Senegal prime minister Ousmane Sonko to remain in role despite speculation
Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, announced on Monday that he would continue in his role rather than take on the...
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Senegal marks 80th anniversary of French colonial massacre, seeks answers
Senegal commemorated the 80th anniversary of the 1944 Thiaroye massacre on Sunday, honoring the African soldiers who fought for France...
Senegal, Russia forge stronger ties in pursuit of Sahel stability, global peace
In a powerful step toward reinforcing international alliances, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye shared details of his "very rich and...
Senegal: Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef party secures historic election victory
Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef party won a landslide victory in Senegal’s November 17 legislative elections, securing 130 out of 165 parliamentary...
ECOWAS, AU commend Senegal’s preparedness for peaceful legislative elections
In the lead-up to Senegal’s November 17, 2024, legislative elections, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the...
ECOWAS deploys observer mission to Senegal for November 17 legislative elections
Dakar, Senegal – Ambassador Francis Alex Tsegah, a seasoned Ghanaian diplomat, has arrived in Dakar to lead the 90-member ECOWAS...
Campaigns heat up in Senegal ahead of snap legislative elections
With less than a week to go before Senegal snap legislative elections, the opposition and the government are battling for...
Financial audit forces Senegal to reassess IMF program strategy
The $1.8 billion IMF aid program secured in 2023 is currently frozen. A restructuring of the agreement is now required,...
Senegal Elhadj As Sy appointed as Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine’s first chancellor
Elhadj As Sy, a globally recognized humanitarian leader, has been named the inaugural Chancellor of the Liverpool School of Tropical...
Senegal’s first AFCON 2025 qualifier without Cisse
On Friday, Senegal's held a training session ahead of their first leg match against Malawi in the 2025 Africa Cup...
Senegal’s opposition names former President Macky Sall as lead candidate for legislative elections
Senegal's opposition coalition, Takku Wallu Senegal, has named former President Macky Sall as its lead candidate for the upcoming legislative...
Senegal mourns Professor Amadou Mahtar Mbow
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has expressed his deep sorrow at the passing of Professor Amadou Mahtar Mbow, the former Director-General...
EU strengthens efforts to manage migration from Gambia, Senegal through enhanced cooperation
The European Union has pledged to intensify its efforts in managing migration from West Africa, focusing on preventing irregular arrivals...
Sénégal plan to introduce English, new educational reform for primary schools
Senegal has disclosed a plan to introduce English language instruction for primary schools, specifically targeting the CM1 and CM2 levels,...
Senegal focuses on growth stabilization, electoral preparedness ahead of November elections
Despite concerns over economic challenges, Senegal remains focused on stabilizing growth and preparing for the upcoming parliamentary elections on November...
20 top facts about West Africa
West Africa is a culturally rich and diverse region comprising 16 countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire. Known...
Senegal’s president dissolves national assembly to pave way for new governance
In a decisive move aimed at enhancing Senegal’s political landscape, President Bassirou Diomaye has dissolved the National Assembly, setting the...
Senegal to hold early elections on November 17 as President Faye seeks parliamentary majority
Six months into his presidency, Bassirou Diomaye Faye has called for early elections to be held on November 17th after...
Senegal empowers youth to preserve coastal environments through educational initiative
In a remarkable effort to protect Senegal’s coastline and engage the youth, the Senegal Youth Consortium (CJS) has launched a...
Senegal Revised Constitution: Opposition Mps reject proposed dissolution bid, block revision of Constitution
On Monday, the Senegal Revised Constitution has been rejected by lawmakers, expressing their opposition to the new constitution put forward...
President Faye on diplomatic mission to Praia, Conakry to strengthen regional ties
In a bid to foster stronger regional relationships and bolster bilateral cooperation, the President of the Republic, His Excellency Mr....
“We must partner to make our people the focus of our democratic commitment” — Tinubu tells Senegalese President Faye
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday received President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal and called for an alignment of purpose and...