Diplomatic circles in Dakar recently converged to dissect twelve pivotal years of Senegalese foreign policy under former President Macky Sall. The occasion was the launch of a memoir by Oumar…
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Senegal latest news august 9 2026
Senegal: top stories for Sunday, August 9, 2026 Thousands gathered in Linguère as Ousmane Sonko delivered a scathing critique of the current administration’s policies. Meanwhile, heavy downpours are expected tonight…
Ousmane Sonko’s powerful address in Linguère criticizes current leadership
Ousmane Sonko energized thousands of supporters at a rally in Linguère, where he delivered a scathing critique of the current presidential administration. He condemned what he described as a significant…
Yaoundé’s quiet anticipation: what lies beyond the horizon
In the heart of Yaoundé, a distinct sense of anticipation permeates the political corridors. With President Paul Biya at the helm, alongside influential figures such as Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh, Secretary…
Senegal’s ruling party issues firm warning against election postponement
The prospect of a potential election postponement in Senegal has once again ignited intense political debate within Dakar. Following an initial strong statement from Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, El Malick…
FK Crvena Zvezda and hapoel beer sheva clash in uefa champions league playoff
by Bruno Itoua FK Crvena Zvezda and hapoel beer sheva clash in uefa champions league playoff The air of high-stakes European football is already thick at Stadion Rajko Mitić in…
Security challenges in Nigeria amid rising kidnappings and state police reform
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent remarks on the origins of insecurity in northern Nigeria have sparked intense debate at a time when the country faces a surge in kidnappings. Speaking…
Gabon raises civil service recruitment age to 40, sparks debate on retirement age
Gabon’s bold move to expand civil service recruitment The government of Gabon has taken a decisive step to reshape its civil service recruitment policy by raising the maximum age for…
Bénin’s sovereign rating upgraded by Moody’s to Ba3 with stable outlook
The sovereign debt rating of Bénin has climbed another rung on the ladder. With the upgrade of its long-term debt assessment from B1 to Ba3, Moody’s has now placed Cotonou…