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Senegal
Senegal, officially the Republic of Senegal, is a country in West Africa. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Mauritania to the north-northeast, Mali to the east-southeast, Guinea to the southeast, and Guinea-Bissau to the south-southwest.
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Senegal: Sonko threatens to bring down the government “as many times as necessary.”
In Senegal, the President of the National Assembly Ousmane Sonko has threatened to bring down the government with motions of censure, “as many times as necessary,” accusing the… -
Senegal: rice imports suspended to support local production
The Senegalese government has decided to suspend, for a month, the issuance of Food Import Declarations for rice. This measure aims to facilitate the sale of local rice… -
Senegal: Sadio Mané retires from international football
After more than a decade serving the Senegalese national team, Sadio Mané has announced the end of his international career. At 34 years old, the forward leaves behind… -
Senegal: major setback for Sonko, his constitutional revision invalidated
The Senegalese Constitutional Council invalidated the constitutional revision proposed by Pastef and adopted by the National Assembly, due to a procedural flaw. This decision vindicates Bassirou Diomaye Faye… -
Constitutional revision in Senegal: the president appeals to the Constitutional Council, supported by videos and bailiff reports.
The dispute between the executive and the National Assembly is taking a judicial turn. The President of the Republic has referred the matter to the Constitutional Council to… -
The constitutional referendum in Senegal rekindles tensions at the top of the state.
The adoption of the constitutional reform project by the National Assembly of Senegal on June 29 opens a new political chapter. Shortly after, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced… -
Senegal: Aminata Touré tasked with preparing the future party of Bassirou Diomaye Faye
Bassirou Diomaye Faye is accelerating the structuring of his own political camp. According to the Senegalese press, the President of the Republic has entrusted Aminata Touré with the… -
World Cup 2026: “I will not play for Senegal again as long as Thiaw is in charge,” Pape Gueye
In the aftermath of Senegal’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup against Belgium, Pape Gueye surprised everyone by announcing his decision to suspend his international career as long… -
World Cup 2026: the Senegalese press tears apart Pape Thiaw
Upset by Belgium (3-2 after extra time) after leading by two goals with just a few minutes left, the Lions of Teranga left the 2026 World Cup in… -
CDM 2026: “go over there and cry,” Morocco mocks Pape Thiaw after Senegal’s elimination
The defeat of Senegal against Belgium (3-2) in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup has sparked numerous reactions. Among them is that of Moroccan international… -
2026 World Cup: Senegal eliminated, Africa only has five representatives left.
With the cruel elimination of Senegal, who was overturned by Belgium (3-2) in the round of 16, Africa now only has five representatives at the 2026 World Cup.… -
Belgium – Senegal: the official line-ups, Mendy absent, Mané and De Bruyne starters
Belgium and Senegal meet this Wednesday at Lumen Field in Seattle for a Round of 16 match in the 2026 World Cup. The Red Devils, full of confidence,… -
Transparency or maintaining power? The ins and outs of the constitutional revision in Senegal.
On June 29, the National Assembly of Senegal, presided over by Ousmane Sonko, took a decisive step by adopting the constitutional revision bill. While this text, which will… -
Senegal – Belgium: Édouard Mendy ruled out
For their round of 16 match in the 2026 World Cup against Belgium, Senegal will have to manage without Édouard Mendy, who is injured in the knee. Pape… -
Senegal: Tension rises in the Assembly, an opposition deputy forcibly evacuated
The examination of the bill for the revision of the Constitution turned into an incident this Monday, June 29, 2026, at the National Assembly of Senegal. A heated… -
In Senegal, the new revision of the Constitution is at the heart of a fratricidal duel.
In Senegal, the constitutional reform led by Pastef opens up much more than a legal debate. Behind the announced overhaul of institutions lies a power struggle between Bassirou… -
2026 World Cup: 7 African teams (out of 10) already qualified for the Round of 16
Cape Verde, Senegal, and Ghana have secured their qualification for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. They join Egypt, Morocco, South Africa, and Ivory Coast among… -
World Cup 2026: Ismaïla Sarr sounds the revolt ahead of Senegal – Iraq
Beaten by Norway (3-2), Senegal finds itself in serious difficulty in the race for qualification for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. Scoring twice, Ismaïla Sarr… -
2026 World Cup, Senegal: a nearly impossible scenario for qualification for the round of 16
Beaten in their first two outings, Senegal and Iraq are playing for survival in the competition. Their direct confrontation, scheduled in Toronto, will determine which of the two… -
World Cup 2026: Senegal on the brink of the abyss
Senegal is having a World Cup 2026 start that is far from expectations. After losing to France in their opening match and then being overturned by Norway in… -
Senegal: El Malick Ndiaye elected first vice-president after handing the chair to Sonko.
El Malick Ndiaye has been elected the first vice-president of the Senegalese National Assembly after stepping down from the presidency to allow Ousmane Sonko to take the lead… -
Sonko-Diomaye Break: Senegalese People Question the Future of the Sovereign Project
At the end of May 2026, the Senegalese political scene was marked by a significant reshuffling at the top of the state. The dismissal of Prime Minister Ousmane… -
“We’re angry”: Kalidou Koulibaly opens up after France 3-0 Senegal
Beaten by France in their opener at the 2026 World Cup, Senegal missed a chance to start strong in the competition. After the match, Kalidou Koulibaly provided a… -
In Senegal, what remains of the campaign slogan “Sonko, it’s Diomaye”?
Two years after bringing Bassirou Diomaye Faye to power, the phrase “Sonko is Diomaye” now belongs to the past. The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko from the Prime Minister’s… -
In Senegal, the Court of Auditors is changing leadership in a context of debt under scrutiny.
Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed Abdoul Madjib Guèye as the head of the Court of Auditors of Senegal. A career financial magistrate, he has been with the institution… -
World Cup 2026: France – Senegal’s eleven entrants
Prestigious poster for the Blues’ debut at the 2026 World Cup. France challenges Senegal in a highly anticipated clash in Group I, featuring an ambitious Tricolore team and… -
World Cup 2026: why Senegalese players were checked on an American tarmac
Images of players from the Senegal national team undergoing security checks on the tarmac of an American airport sparked numerous reactions on social media. Some users presented it… -
Sonko on France-Senegal: “Whoever wins, it’s Africa that will have defeated Africa.”
When asked about the France-Senegal match in the 2026 World Cup, Ousmane Sonko provided an answer that goes far beyond football. For the president of the Senegalese National… -
Senegal: Can Diomaye Faye be excluded from Pastef? Sonko’s response
For the first time, Ousmane Sonko publicly spoke about the possibility of excluding President Bassirou Diomaye Faye from Pastef. While not completely ruling out this scenario, the party… -
Senegal: Ousmane Sonko promises there will be “no rift” with Diomaye Faye.
In an interview with France 24 and RFI in Dakar, Ousmane Sonko assures that there will be no break with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, despite the differences that…