Diass Communal Sports Assemblies Launch with New Ambition
Senegal's Diass commune launches sports assemblies to redefine local sports policy
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Senegal's Diass commune launches sports assemblies to redefine local sports policy
Senegal prepares to host the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, marking the first time Africa has hosted an Olympic event of this magnitude.
Mobile money services in Senegal and the UEMOA region are set to change on November 2, 2026, with new regulations from the BCEAO.
Sonatel's net profit rises to 354 billion FCFA, driven by growth in data, Orange Money, and fiber services.
Senegal's Saly Beach to host six sports disciplines during the Youth Olympics
President of Kaolack's Departmental Council, Ahmed Youssouph Bengelloune, inaugurates new school infrastructures in Ndiobène Tallène and Ndiédieng.
Alioune Badara Gaye, the primary suspect in the murder of Astou Pierre Ndiaye, has been arrested in Mauritania following an international manhunt.
Les frappes de drones en Éthiopie ont tué au moins 25 civils, dont des enfants, dans les régions du nord du pays.
Thousands of young athletes gather in Senegal for the Youth Olympic Games, a first for Africa
The 2026 Youth Olympic Games kicks off in Dakar, Senegal, with 2700 athletes from 207 delegations participating in 35 sports.
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye addresses citizens through a video selfie
Senegal's Interior Minister has called on security forces to ensure the safety of the Youth Olympic Games (JOJ) Dakar 2026, citing their professionalism and sense of duty.