Ousmane Sonko outlines pastef’s strategic future at keur gorgui meeting
With less than three weeks remaining until its inaugural national congress, the leadership of Pastef convened on Friday, May 15, at their leader Ousmane Sonko’s residence in Cité Keur Gorgui. The pivotal meeting aimed to steer the party towards its most significant structural evolution. Gathered around the table were prominent figures and crucial lieutenants of […]
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Macron à Nairobi, l’Africa CEO Forum à Kigali, réformes au Cameroun et au Sénégal… Les 5 infos qu’il ne fallait pas manquer
Publié le 16 mai 2026 Lecture : 5 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Bonjour à toutes et tous, Bienvenue dans cette nouvelle édition du Brief de Jeune Afrique, LA newsletter qui revient sur l’essentiel de l’actualité politique et économique du continent. Voici le menu de la semaine : On revient sur le sommet Africa Forward […]
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French national detained in Senegal under strict anti-LGBT law
A French national has been held in detention in Senegal since February 14, facing charges including “acts against nature.” Senegal significantly strengthened its legislation in March, making same-sex relations punishable by up to ten years in prison. The French Embassy in Dakar is closely monitoring the evolving situation regarding its citizen. A French citizen has […]
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Un security council condemns escalating Mali terrorist attacks
The United Nations Security Council has issued a strong condemnation of the heinous terrorist assaults carried out by jihadist groups linked to Al-Qaeda in Mali. These attacks, which have plagued the nation since April 25, demand that all individuals responsible be brought to justice. In a formal statement released on Friday, the Council emphasized the […]
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Senegal secures significant funding from the UEMOA market amidst international access challenges
Following revelations of its 2024 budget revisions, which curtailed access to Eurobond markets, Senegal has strategically positioned the public securities market of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) as its primary funding source. Over the initial four months of the fiscal year, the Senegalese Public Treasury successfully raised 1311.3 billion FCFA. This substantial […]
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Protests intensify over ‘green city’ development at Sénégal’s Lac Rose
Protests intensify over ‘green city’ development at Sénégal’s Lac Rose Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. In Sénégal, a significant signal has been sent with the groundbreaking ceremony for a new development: high-end studios and villas at Lac Rose are now available for off-plan purchase. Despite fierce local opposition, construction […]
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Senegal detains political figure linked to Ousmane Sonko over alleged unnatural acts
At the age of 51, Matar Ndiaga Seck—a prominent political figure often described as a close ally of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko—has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC) amid allegations of « acts against public decency ». The arrest follows a search warrant issued by police in Linguère, a town in […]
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Senegal arrests of alleged same-sex acts continue under tougher laws
Matar Ndiaga Seck, aged 51 and widely described as a political ally of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, has been taken into custody by the Division of Criminal Investigations (DIC) following allegations of « acts against nature ». The arrest follows a warrant issued by police in Linguère, a town in the Louga region of northern […]
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Mauritania shifts stance against Mali’s transitional government
Recent truck burnings along the Sahel’s border regions are far more than isolated security incidents. They signal a deepening crisis in the trade arteries linking Mauritania, Morocco, and northern Mali. Once relatively stable corridors, these routes now face persistent insecurity, worsening supply shortages for populations in the north who depend on food and essential goods. […]
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Saint-Étienne secures Ligue 1 playoff spot after dramatic penalty shootout win
The Green Army is back in the promotion hunt. Le Havre, Auxerre and Nice, take note. While the identity of the Ligue 1 side facing relegation will remain unknown until Sunday, the team that inherits the unenviable role of playoff opponent will have to conquer the electric atmosphere of Geoffroy-Guichard. Saint-Étienne ended Rodez’s charge, despite […]
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Grâce à son gardien remplaçant Brice Maubleu, Saint-Étienne s’impose aux tirs au but contre Rodez et défiera le 16e de Ligue 1
Foot, Ligue 2, Play-offs Grâce à son gardien remplaçant Brice Maubleu, Saint-Étienne s’impose aux tirs au but contre Rodez et défiera le 16e de Ligue 1 Après un match terne, Saint-Étienne l’a emporté aux tirs au but (0-0, 7-6 aux t.a.b.) face à Rodez vendredi soir lors du play-off 2. Les Verts seront opposés au 16e […]
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Un condemns brutal Mali terror attacks, demands justice
United Nations Security Council condemns Mali terror attacks The United Nations Security Council has issued a strong condemnation of the recent terrorist assaults that struck several regions of Mali, labeling these acts as heinous and cowardly breaches of international peace and security. In a formal statement released on Friday, the 15-member council denounced the brutal […]
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