Senegalese president Bassirou Diomaye Faye has unveiled a new political party, formalising his break with former ally Ousmane Sonko and reshaping the country's political landscape ahead of key elections, slated for 2029.


Senegal’s Faye launches a new party, formalising his split with Sonko

Former senegalese president macky sall returned to Dakar for his first visit since leaving office in April 2024, to rally domestic backing for his campaign to become the next UN secretary-general. His visit ended up causing ripples with president Faye's team

Senegal ex-president Macky Sall's return causes friction, anger and backlash

Next up, we have a special economic segment called pitch & portfolio, a series where we analyze the beautiful game of football through the lens of global markets.
We put world cup rivals against each other, but to see who wins the economic match.
As Belgium and Senegal prepare to face off on the world cup stage, this is more than just a football clash.

World cup of economies: Belgium vs Senegal

Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to secure a place in the World Cup 2026 knockout stage. The Manchester City striker continued his red-hot form, breaking Norway records and putting his side through with a game to spare.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Haaland Fires Norway Into World Cup Last 32

In this special economic segment called pitch & portfolio, a series where we analyse the beautiful game of football through the lens of global markets. We pit World Cup rivals against each other, but to see who wins the economic match. As France and Senegal prepare to face off on the World Cup stage, this is more than just a football clash.

Pitch & Portfolio: France vs Senegal | Who Is The Match Day Favourite

In this special economic segment called pitch & portfolio, a series where we analyse the beautiful game of football through the lens of global markets. We pit World Cup rivals against each other, but to see who wins the economic match. As France and Senegal prepare to face off on the World Cup stage, this is more than just a football clash.


World Cup of Economies: France vs Senegal 

The speaker of Senegal's parliament, Ousmane Sonko, a powerful mentor-turned-rival to president Bassirou Diomaye Faye, won re-election as head of their party amid a political crisis sparked by their falling-out.


Senegal's Political Impasse Deepens as Ousted PM is Re-elected Pastef Party Head

Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed a new prime minister,  Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as Senegal faces mounting fiscal and economic challenges.
The leadership change comes amid concerns over rising debt, budget pressures, and the need for urgent financial reforms.

Senegal Appoints Economist as New Prime Minister After Sonko’s Removal

The whole drama is related to Senegal players leaving the final played in january earler this year mid-match in protest. The Senegal players eventually returned after a 15-minute protest and went to win the match as well, but all for nothing.

'Senegal forfeited final': Morocco new winner of Africa Cup of Nations, decalres Confederation of African Football

CAF hands Senegal manager Pape Thiaw a five-game ban and $100,000 fine for unsporting conduct after he ordered players off the pitch during the chaotic AFCON final against Morocco.


Senegal Coach Thiaw Banned 5 Games, Fined $100K Post-AFCON Chaos

Senegal erupted in celebration after their Afcon triumph as players and coaches paraded the trophy on an open-top bus through the capital, drawing massive crowds and ending the historic victory march at the presidential palace.


Senegal Honours Afcon Champions with Jubilant City Bus Parade

Sadio Mane's Senegal, African champions in 2022, defeated Benin 3-0 in Tangier to top Group D on goal difference ahead of the Leopards, who won by the same margin against Botswana in Rabat.

AFCON: Senegal top group ahead of DR Congo as Tanzania make history

Senegal is grappling with a growing financial crisis as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye raises alarms over the nation's rising debt and economic instability. With public finances under pressure and borrowing costs climbing, the President has warned citizens to brace for a challenging economic future.

Senegal president raises warning over African nation's finances

Senegal's Parliament has approved the revision of the law granting amnesty for deadly political violence in the country. Former President Macky Sall has passed the amnesty to calm the protests that were sparked when he postponed the March 2024 elections.

Senegal law passes revision of amnesty law on political violence

Senegal's ruling PASTEF party claimed a decisive victory in legislative elections, securing a mandate for its reform agenda. Voting was peaceful, with 90-95% of ballots counted. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's party reportedly outperformed opposition groups in early results, solidifying its dominance eight months after assuming power.

Senegal's Ruling PASTEF Party Claims Victory in Legislative Polls

As Senegal heads to the polls, voters are increasingly focused on the country's soaring cost of living and rising unemployment, demanding solutions from candidates in the upcoming elections.

Senegal Elections: Senegalese Focus On High Cost Of Living, Unemployment Crisis

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has urged supporters of the ruling Pastef party to take revenge for alleged violence against them during the campaign for a parliamentary election this Sunday. Watch this report for more details!

Senegal PM Calls For 'Vengeance' Against Attack on Supporters

The sport of kickboxing is gaining popularity in the West African country and attracting more and more young people, including women.

Senegalese Develop New Love for Kickboxing

Senegal's navy has recovered at least 30 bodies from a boat discovered adrift around 70 kilometres (43.5 miles) off the coast of the capital Dakar, the army said Monday.

Senegal navy recovers at least 30 decomposing bodies from drifting migrant boat near Dakar

Senegal’s ruling party is in a strong position ahead of the elections on 17th of November called by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, it faces a rejuvenated opposition that has only two months to regroup. President Faye announced the news that everyone had been waiting for: the dissolution of the national assembly and the calling of early parliamentary elections on mid-November. While the decision came as no surprise, the pace will now accelerate for Senegal’s political class, which has 60 days to prepare for legislative elections that could reshuffle the parliamentary deck.

Senegal: President Faye dissolves parliament, sets snap polls

Denmark on Monday (August 26) announced plans to establish new embassies in Senegal, Tunisia, and Rwanda, as well as to enhance its diplomatic presence in other African nations.

'Africa strategy': Denmark to open embassies in Senegal, Tunisia and Rwanda

Senegal's Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, delivered a fiery speech, where he took shots at France. He questioned why, after more than 60 years of Senegal's independence from France, the former colonizer was still benefiting from military bases in the country. France has between 350 and 400 troops stationed in Senegal. Senegal's coup-hit neighbours Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have already removed French bases from their country. Could Senegal be next?

Senegal hints at trooping out the French

A Boeing 737-300 crashed during takeoff in Senegal on Thursday (May 9), injuring 11 passengers. Four of the 11 had serious injuries. Six additional passengers were escorted inside the airport for medical checks.

Watch: 'Another day, another Boeing disaster': Boeing 737 plane crashes in Senegal, 11 injured

Senegal tapestry production has found a new lease of life. Tapestry was a flagship cultural policy of Senegal's first president, poet Leopold Sedar Senghor, with production now revitalised thanks to a broadening of operations and new partnerships, including with fashion giant Chanel.

Senegal tapestry production finds new lease of life

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