In the seaside town of Saint-Louis, Senegal, officials and residents say bodies of migrants from capsized boats attempting the dangerous trip from West Africa to Spain are buried in unmarked beach graves. But there is no clarity on whether these tragic deaths are investigated according to international law. More importantly, do families of the dead have any idea of whether their loves ones are dead or alive?

Undocumented lives, unmarked beach graves | World of Africa

At least two people have been killed in Senegal's capital, Dakar. The city is witnessing clashes after the country's key opposition leader's arrest.

Senegal: Political tussle with President Macky Sall

Sporadic demonstrations broke out on Monday (July 31) across Senegal’s capital after opposition leader Ousmane Sonko was charged with fomenting insurrection and detained.

Clashes erupt in Senegal after opposition leader Ousmane Sonko charged and detained

Senegal is one of the more stable countries in Africa. But this is only economically and politically. Climate change poses a threat to Senegal as well, just like the rest of the world. Rising temperature is poised to put increasing pressure on dwindling water supplies.

Senegal's crowdfunded wells quench thirst

Putting an end to all speculations, Senegal President Macky Sall announced Monday in a televised speech that he will not seek re-election in the upcoming elections scheduled for February next year.

Senegal President Macky Sall ends speculation, rules out re-election bid after unrest

At least 16 people died in the deadliest unrest in Senegal in a decade. The unrest was sparked off by a prison sentence handed down to the firebrand opposition leader, Ousmane Sonko. Protesters, who took to the streets in thousands, claim the charges against Sonko are politically motivated. Supermarkets and gas stations were ransacked and vehicles set ablaze. Riot police responded with tear gas & what rights groups claimed "excessive force". Cracking the whip, the government arrested over five hundred people. Mohammed Saleh brings you this report.

Senegal: 16 deaths in protests over opposition leader's sentencing

Russian President Vladimir Putin and the head of Mali's junta, Colonel Assimi Goita, discussed security and economic relations between their two countries, both sides reported on Wednesday.

Mali junta leader discusses security, economy with Putin

While Dakar, the capital city, appeared calmer on Saturday, clashes persisted throughout the evening. Protesters in residential areas threw rocks at police, erected road barricades, and set tires ablaze.

In Pics | Senegal gripped by unrest, death toll mounts

Police and protesters in Senegal clashed for a second day which resulted in death of one more person on Friday (June 2). The protests and clashes have erupted after sentencing of opposition politician Ousmane Sonko.

Senegal: Death toll rises to 10 as clashes continue

Clashes erupted in Senegalese capital of Dakar shortly after Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko was sentenced to two years in prison on Thursday, on the charges of corruption. The youth protesters set a car alight and threw rocks at the police who responded with tear gas on the supporters.

Senegal: Riots break out in Dakar, violence erupts at central university campus

Senegal Violence: Nine killed as riots break out in Senegal's capital Dakar

A Senegal court, on Thursday (June 1), sentenced opposition leader Ousmane Sonko to two years in prison for “corrupting youth.” Meanwhile, he was acquitted of rape and death threat charges in the same case, which may affect the presidential aspirant’s chances of running in the elections next year.

Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko sentenced to two years in prison, verdict sparks protests

Brazil will play friendlies against two African nations as part of an anti-racism campaign in support of their Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr, who has been racially abused in Spanish League games this season, the Brazilian FA (CBF) said on Friday.

Brazil to play Guinea, Senegal as part of anti-racism campaign in support of Vinicius Jr

Researchers in Senegal have begun the harvest of home-grown experimental wheat which will help reduce the country's reliance on imports.

Experiments to reduce reliance on imports

'It's never enough' - that's what most gold miners who survive from one nugget to the next, always say, when they are asked why they take the risk. There is a huge gold rush in Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where thousands are lured by dreams of riches hidden underground. But, there's a catch, this precious metal could spell doom for those in search of wealth.

Gold mining spells doom for miners | World of Africa

Africa, Tunisia, Senegal, South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya are seeing widespread protests over mismanaging governments. Is this wave of discontent similar to the 2010 #ArabSpring? Watch #WIONWideangle

WION Wideangle | Africa protests: Another Arab spring?

Florence, a west African lioness, has given birth to three cubs, raising hopes that the critically endangered lions can be saved from extinction. In the Niokolo-Koba national park in Senegal, just 29 west African lions remain in the forests that surround the tributary to the Gambia River, where they are threatened by poaching and habitat loss caused by farming, according to a report by the Guardian.

West African lions can be saved from extinction. Here's how

As many as 38 people died and 87 were injured in one of the deadliest road accidents when two buses collided near Kaffrine in central Senegal on Sunday (January 8), a fire brigade official in Senegal told the news agency AFP.

Senegal: 38 killed, more than 85 injured in bus accident, govt declares national mourning of 3 days

Two Senegal lawmakers have been sentenced to six months each in prison for physically assaulting a female colleague in the nation's parliament last month. In a December 1 bust-up, videos of which went viral on social media, opposition MPs Mamadou Niang and Massata Samb slapped and then kicked pro-government legislator Amy Ndiaye during a chaotic session of the parliament.

Two Senegal MPs sentenced to six months in jail for kicking pregnant colleague in the stomach

Parliament building is generally considered to be temple of democracy where government and the Opposition members discuss issues which affect the people of their country. But, disagreements can also lead to some disastrous action like in Senegal Parliament. Watch the video to know more.

Senegal MP slaps female politician; lawmakers exchange blows, hurl chair

Eyeing for a place in the quarter finals of the FIFA World Cup, the 1966 champions England will take on African champions Senegal on Sunday. This will be the first time these teams meet at a competitive match. England qualified for the knockout stages as winners of Group B.

FIFA World Cup: England to take on Senegal in Round of 16 at Al Bayt Stadium

In Senegal's parliament, a male opposition lawmaker slapped a female colleague in the face, footage that later surfaced on social media showed, sparking global debate about violence against women even at the heart of a country's power center.

WATCH | Senegal lawmaker hits female colleague, sparks debate on gender violence

Cody Gakpo scored again as the Netherlands booked their place in the World Cup last 16 as group winners with a straightforward 2-0 victory over hosts Qatar on Tuesday.

FIFA WC: Netherlands beat Qatar, Senegal go past Ecuador as both sides reach last 16

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