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Young West Africans held captive in Ghana in Canadian visa scams

Several families in Senegal say that a number of young people from the north of the country have been held captive in Ghana for several weeks. Lured by the prospect of work visas for Canada, they allegedly fell into the hands of a criminal network. RFI spoke to one of…

Radio France Internationale

Apongo was a rebel leader in Jamaica – a diary entry sheds light on his west African origins

For over three centuries, between 1526 and 1866, at least 10.5 million Africans were forcibly trafficked to the Americas in the transatlantic slave trade. Over half of them (with known places of departure) left from a 3,000km stretch of the west African coast between what are today Senegal and Gabon.

The Conversation

We can be heroes: the inspiring people we met around the world in 2025 – part two

From the ‘warrior’ midwife saving lives in Senegal to the outed Kenyan pop star speaking up against prejudice, these are some of the people who gave us hope

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AFCON 2025: DR Congo, Senegal, Nigeria and Tunisia make early statements in Morocco

AFCON 2025 burst into life in Morocco as Group C and D action delivered goals, atmosphere and early statements of intent from several tournament favourites.

Euronews

Wednesday’s briefing: Nightmare for Lacroix while Slot and Frank clash

Martha Stewart invested in Swansea and Nicolas Jackson was on form at the Africa Cup of Nations.

The Independent UK

Five things we learned on Day 3: Big cats growl as a birthday boy creaks

Tunisia and Senegal cruised past Uganda and Botswana while Nigeria teetered past Tanzania, whose birthday boy skipper says the 2027 Cup of Nations might be one too far.

Radio France Internationale

Senegal open Afcon title bid with 3-0 victory as Nigeria labour to win over Tanzania

Senegal looked the stronger of the two title contenders, with Nicolas Jackson scoring a brace for the 2021 champions

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Afcon 2025: Jackson double seals Senegal’s win against Botswana – as it happened

Nicolas Jackson scored twice as Senegal strolled to victory over Botswana, while DR Congo also won their Group D opener

The Guardian - UK

How to watch AFCON 2025 FOR FREE in UK: TV channel and live stream for every game

35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations takes centre stage in Morocco this winter

Evening Standard

How to watch AFCON 2025 Final on Channel 4 — it's *FREE*

Here's how to watch AFCON 2025 final for free on Channel 4 as Sadio Mane's Senegal take on Achraf Hakimi's Morocco.

Tom’s Guide

Afcon 2025: How to watch every match for free on TV and online

Morocco host the tournament and are also the favourites, ahead of Senegal and Egypt

The Independent UK

The Favorites to Win 2025 AFCON—Ranked

The continent’s best promised to deliver thrills, spills and excitement.

Sports Illustrated

Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Everything you need to know, from the team in crisis to the best games to watch

Will Mohamed Salah lift his first Africa Cup of Nations title with Egypt? Or can Nigeria bounce back from their World Cup disappointment?

The Independent UK

Fans of Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire may be excluded from World Cup due to Trump’s travel ban

The countries join Haiti and Iran as tournament participants facing restrictions

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Trump's New Travel Ban Could Have Fans from Senegal and Ivory Coast Watching FIFA World Cup from Home

A new travel ban imposed by the US could exclude fans from Senegal and Ivory Coast from watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup live.

The Independent UK

In Senegal, climate change is adding to historic tension between farmers and herders

Tension between farmers and herders has long been a fact of life in West Africa, but climate change is ramping it up

The Guardian - US

World Cup countries Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire among additions to Trump travel ban

The two African nations join Haiti and Iran on the travel ban list, meaning fans may face issues when trying to enter the US for the tournament

Evening Standard

AFCON 2025 final result as Senegal clinch second title after beating Morocco

Africa Cup of Nations final descends into chaos

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The Independent UK

USA confirms pre-World Cup friendly opponents including team they’ve never played before

USA now know who they will be facing in their final matches before the 2026 World Cup

The Conversation

Thiaroye massacre: report on the French killing of Senegalese troops in 1944 exposes a painful history

The Thiaroye camp near Dakar was a Senegalese army barracks housing African soldiers called “tirailleurs sénégalais” (Senegalese riflemen). It welcomed men returning from the European front of the second world war, where the riflemen had been held as German prisoners of war while serving on the side of France. They…

Euronews

Dakar Fashion Week makes the ocean its catwalk

Dakar Fashion Week transformed fishing boats into a runway, showcasing new designs off Senegal's coast.

Radio France Internationale

France eyes 'great duel' against Norway, Senegal at 2026 World Cup

France coach Didier Deschamps says he is looking forward to a showdown between star players after his side were drawn in the same group as Norway and Senegal for the 2026 World Cup. The 48 contenders discovered their tournament fate at a ceremony in Washington on Friday.

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Senegal World Cup 2026 squad: Pape Thiaw's latest selection ahead of the World Cup draw

The Senegal World Cup 2026 squad is shaping up, as the Lions of Teranga prepare for two tournaments in a year

Evening Standard

Ismaila Sarr injury update after Oliver Glasner issues latest Crystal Palace team news

The Senegalese forward has been ruled out of Crystal Palace’s next two Premier League fixtures

Radio France Internationale

Guinea-Bissau’s deposed president flees to Senegal as UN condemns latest coup

Guinea-Bissau’s ousted president has found refuge in neighbouring Senegal following a military power grab, drawing condemnation from the United Nations, Ecowas and the African Union.

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