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The Latest Breaking News from Senegal

Senegalese PM Ousmane Sonko questions French military presence

In tonight's edition, Ousmane Sonko slams the French military presence in Senegal, saying that the foreign military bases are incompatible with the country's sovereignty.

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Colorado Man Pleads Guilty To Murder In House Fire

Kevin Bui pleads guilty to murder charges in 2020 house fire that killed five Senegalese family members, leading to legal resolution and community impact.

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Senegal's Prime Minister Criticizes French Military Presence

Senegal's new prime minister criticizes French military presence, questions values clash, and emphasizes self-determination in the region.

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Senegal's new prime minister criticizes French military presence in the West African country

Senegal’s new prime minister has criticized the French military presence in the West African country

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Senegal's PM Sonko questions future of French military presence in Dakar

Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has raised the possibility of closing French military bases in the West African country in a wide-ranging speech that also touched on the euro-backed CFA franc currency, oil and gas deals and LGBTQ+ rights.

Radio France Internationale

Senegal's Sonko welcomes hard-left Mélenchon in symbolic visit to Dakar

French hard left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon is on a four-day visit to Senegal, where he became the first French political figure to be received by the new government under the leadership of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko.

Radio France Internationale

Boeing 737-300 Catches Fire And Skids Off Runway In Senegal

Boeing 737-300 incident in Senegal raises safety concerns after the aircraft caught fire and skidded off the runway, injuring ten people.

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Boeing Passenger Plane Exits Runway In Senegal Injuring 11

A Boeing passenger plane came off the runway during takeoff from Dakar international airport early Thursday, injuring 11 people and shutting the hub for almost 12 hours, its operator said.

International Business Times

Boeing 737: Plane skids off runway in Senegal, tyre bursts in Turkey

Accidents involving Air Senegal, Corendon Airlines come as aircraft manufacturer in crisis over its poor safety record.

Al Jazeera

Boeing 737 passenger jet skids off runway and crashes at airport in Senegal

Images show gaping hole in left engine of plane after wing burst into flames

Evening Standard

Senegalese unions voice numerous demands on their first Labour Day march in four years

After four years without a May Day parade because of Covid-19 among other strategic reasons, Senegal has organised a rally for Labour Day this year. This will be President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's first interface with trade unions.

Radio France Internationale

At least 50 people feared drowned after boat from Senegal sinks off Canary island

Nine people rescued from boat sailing perilous Atlantic route that reportedly left Senegal with 60 people onboard nine days ago

The Guardian - UK

Senegal's new leader calls for a rethink of the country's relationship with the EU

Senegal's new leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye has called for a rethink of the country's relationship with the EU during a visit by European Council President Charles Michel.

Radio France Internationale

Moving pictures: travelling cinema takes stories of ‘departures and dreams’ to Senegal

Cinemovel is screening Oscar-nominated Io Capitano to packed houses around the country, highlighting the perils migrants face on the journey to Europe

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Senegal announces record cocaine seizure

In tonight's edition: Senegal announces a record seizure of cocaine; the most ever intercepted on land by authorities. Over a ton of the illicit drug was confiscated from a truck near the border with Mali.

France 24

Sudan's Burhan says no return to pre-war era

In tonight's edition: There's no turning back, says army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, as Sudan approaches the first anniversary of its brutal civil war. Also, Senegal's new leader has sparked hopes for big change and impactful progress, but few women have been given key posts in his government. And it's…

International Business Times

Joy, Relief As Senegal Ferry Link With Isolated South Resumes

A ferry service between Senegal's capital Dakar and the southern city of Ziguinchor has resumed to the joy and relief of many who said its months-long suspension had cost them dearly.

Al Jazeera

European Parliament urges inquiry after Al Jazeera Senegal investigation

Investigation revealed EU-trained Senegalese police tackling cross-border crime worked to quash pro-democracy protests.

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Senegal’s youngest-ever president appoints ‘breakaway’ government

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye named a new government on Friday, appointing a host of fresh faces to top roles following his landslide election win last month. According to Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, Faye’s former mentor, the government “embodies … a systemic transformation voted for by the Senegalese people”.

Radio France Internationale

Senegal's youngest president names 'breakaway' government

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has named a "breakaway" government, appointing a host of fresh faces to top roles following his landslide election win last month.

France 24

Uganda's anti-gay law stands after top court rejects bid to block it

We bring you a week of political and social events from across the African continent. This week, Uganda's constitutional court threw out a challenge to the homophobic law adopted last May. Also, Congolese wordsmiths the Tetra collective use slam poetry to explore their deep love of Congolese and French literature.…

Radio France Internationale

Senegal's new leader announces audit of oil, gas and mining sectors

In his first speech to the nation since his election as president of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye said one of his first policy moves would be to audit the country’s oil, gas and mining sectors to root out corruption.

Radio France Internationale

Senegal's President Faye appoints Ousmane Sonko as prime minister

In Senegal, in his first act as leader, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed by his ally and key backer Ousmane Sonko as prime minister.

Al Jazeera

Senegal’s Faye appoints ally Ousmane Sonko as prime minister

New prime minister is popular politician who was barred from the March 24 elections, prompting him to support Faye.

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Senegal's Ousmane Sonko Appointed Prime Minister In New Government

Senegal appoints Ousmane Sonko as prime minister to address reform demands amidst political tensions.

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