The Latest Breaking News from Senegal

Presidential candidates in Senegal have denounced a number of arrests of supporters as they collected political sponsorship, a crucial step in the run up to the February 2024 polls. Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko is also still facing legal challenges.

The Senegalese-French writer’s fictionalised account of a real 18th-century naturalist’s experiences in Senegal serves as a compelling critique of colonial violence

The action gets underway in January as Senegal look to defend their crown

There's a special reason to celebrate in Senegal as millions of Mouride pilgrims come together for the Grand Magal. This year also features an exhibition of rare photos of the order's founder. Also, relatives of the 73 Gambian children killed by toxic cough syrups sue Indian drugmaker Maiden Pharmaceuticals. Finally,…

Forward pulled out of Senegal squad to fix ongoing problem

Senegal has begun choosing the candidates for next year's presidential elections, with more than 70 people declaring their intention to run. The list will be narrowed down, though, through a public endorsement process in which hopeful candidates must secure a minimum level of support.

The West African nation’s navy is stopping refugee boats at record rates. But who does that help — other than Europe?

In tonight’s edition: The 2030 World Cup is set to be hosted on three different continents by Morocco, Portugal and Spain as well as three South American countries. Also, we discuss African innovation as the continent sees its biggest increase in venture capital deals, with growth of 46.6% in 2022.…

The Senegalese duo’s A Soul of Small Places draws on Diallo’s experiences of gender-based violence, set against a backdrop of African cosmology in which spirits and humans coexist