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Detention of a French national in Dakar A French engineer in his thirties, residing in Sénégal, was recently taken into custody during a series of arrests in the capital city …
French citizen arrested in Dakar as Sénégal tightens anti-homosexuality legislation Read More
A French citizen has been held in detention in Senegal since February, facing multiple serious charges, notably including “unnatural acts.” French diplomatic channels confirm they are closely monitoring the evolving …
French national held in Senegal: Paris closely monitors detention case Read More
West Africa unites to integrate gender into climate resilience strategies The Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) has convened a pivotal two-day regional workshop in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, focusing …
CEDEAO advances gender-responsive climate action in Abidjan Read More
Lyon vs Lens: a must-win clash for Champions League football In their last meeting, Lens knocked Lyon out of the French Cup in a penalty shootout A season-defining showdown at …
Lyon lens crucial clash for champions league spot Read More
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 …
Ligue 1: final day drama for european spots and relegation battle Read More
French national detained in Senegal over alleged homosexuality A French engineer, arrested on February 14, faces charges including « acts against nature » and « attempted transmission of HIV ». …
French national detained in Senegal over alleged homosexuality Read More
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 …
French national detained in Senegal under anti-lgbtq+ law Read More
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 …
UN Security Council denounces violent jihadist strikes across Mali Read More
While Brussels prepares to mark three decades of progress with its annual Pride Parade, the situation in Dakar tells a starkly different story. A newly enacted law in Senegal has …
Escalating anti-lgbtq+ crackdown in Senegal as new law takes effect Read More
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 …
Arsenal’s crucial home finale: a premier league title push against burnley Read More
Algeria and Chad advance trans-Saharan road and power plant projects The strategic partnership between Algeria and Chad has reached a new milestone this week, marked by the signing of two …
Algeria and Chad advance trans-Saharan road and power plant projects Read More
Sénégal: protests erupt over green city project at Lac Rose RFI fri. 15 may 2026 at 11:56 pm utc Residents and environmental advocates in the Sénégal are voicing sharp opposition …
Sénégal: protests erupt over green city project at lac rose Read More