Football : places européennes, barrage… les enjeux avant la dernière journée de Ligue 1 The 34th and final matchday of Ligue 1 football arrives this Sunday, May 17, 2026. From securing a coveted Champions League spot to battling to avoid the relegation playoff, the stakes are incredibly high across the league.Continue Reading
Unexpected appearance sparks calls for unity in Senegal’s political landscape An unusual moment unfolded at the Keur Gorgui residence in Dakar, where a high-stakes meeting of the PASTEF political bureau was underway at the home of its leader, Ousmane Sonko. As journalists gathered outside, Mamadou Goumbala arrived unannounced, stepping intoContinue Reading
With its inaugural national congress approaching in less than three weeks, the high command of Pastef convened a crucial meeting on Friday, May 15, at Cité Keur Gorgui, the residence of their leader, Ousmane Sonko. The objective was to initiate the party’s most significant structural transformation. Gathered around the tableContinue Reading
Tougher penalties for LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal A French citizen has been held in a Senegalese detention center since February 14, facing charges including acts against nature, criminal association, money laundering, and attempted transmission of HIV. The arrest occurred amid a broader crackdown on presumed homosexuality in the country, whereContinue Reading
The UN Security Council has issued a stern condemnation regarding the “heinous terrorist” offensives launched by Al-Qaeda-linked militants in Mali since April 25. In a formal statement, the council emphasized the urgent need to hold the perpetrators, organizers, and financiers of these violent acts accountable before the law. Mali isContinue Reading
Facing restricted access to Eurobond markets since the disclosure of its 2024 budget revisions, Senegal has strategically repositioned the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) public securities market as its primary funding conduit. Over the initial four months of the fiscal year, the Senegalese Public Treasury successfully mobilized anContinue Reading
As Arsenal inches closer to a long-awaited Premier League title, every remaining fixture holds immense weight. While their narrow 1-0 victory over West Ham last Sunday undoubtedly cleared a significant hurdle, the Gunners cannot afford to underestimate any opponent. This Monday evening marks their final home game of the season,Continue Reading
In the ever-evolving political landscape of Sénégal, tensions have flared following claims about a potential resignation, sparking reactions from key figures within the PASTEF party. Journalist Madiambal Diagne recently ignited debate by suggesting that Ousmane Sonko, Prime Minister of Sénégal, might step down from his position. This announcement was swiftlyContinue Reading
Political figure linked to Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko detained in northern Senegal A prominent political associate of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, Matar Ndiaga Seck, aged 51, has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC) under suspicion of committing « acts against nature ». The arrest followsContinue Reading
News Politics How Mauritania shifted from ally to critic of Mali’s Assimi Goïta Report May 15, 2026 0 68 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp The recent wave of truck burnings along the Sahelian border isn’t just another isolated security incident—it signals a deeper fracture in relations between Mauritania, Morocco, and northern Mali. These once-stableContinue Reading
Senegal: a fierce political duel as Waly Diouf Bodiang challenges Serigne Gueye Diop The political landscape in Senegal has been shaken by a sharp verbal exchange between Waly Diouf Bodiang, Director-General of the Port of Dakar, and Minister Serigne Gueye Diop. The confrontation erupted following a scathing social media statementContinue Reading
Mali terror attacks draw strong UN security council condemnation The United Nations Security Council has issued a strong condemnation of the recent terror attacks in Mali, labeling them as heinous and despicable acts that pose severe threats to international peace and security. During a formal statement released on Friday, theContinue Reading