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Sénégal three fans released from moroccan prison return to Dakar Three Senegalese football fans, previously detained in Morocco following incidents during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), have returned to Dakar after serving their sentences. The trio—Abdoulaye Dieng, Ibrahima Diop, and Aziz Wade—landed at the Blaise Diagne International Airport (AIBD) in Diass on Thursday evening, […]
The Mali U17 national team kicked off their preparation for the upcoming CAN U17 2026 in Morocco with a narrow 0-1 defeat against Uganda in a friendly match. Under the guidance of head coach Demba Mamadou Traoré, the young Eagles showed promising spells but struggled to convert chances, a setback they will analyze closely as […]
The head coach of the Sénégal national football team, Pape Thiaw, has announced the upcoming release of a video where he will discuss his debut experience leading the Lions during the Africa Cup of Nations. In a message shared across his social media platforms, the Senegalese strategist described the continental tournament as an “exceptional adventure.” […]
The Senegalese U17 national team secured a narrow 1-0 victory in a friendly match against Tunisia on Thursday at the Hammam Lif Municipal Stadium. The winning goal was scored by Cheikh Omar Sy, providing a crucial boost ahead of the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Following the triumph, the “Lionceaux” (Lion Cubs) will […]
The Sénégal U17 national team secured a victory this Thursday during a friendly encounter against Tunisie. The young Lionceaux, led by coach Lamine Sané, finished the match with a 1-0 win at the Stade municipal de Hammam Lif, marking a key step in their training for the CAN U17 Maroc 2026. Tactical setup and starting […]
CAN 2025 final dispute: Senegal and Morocco face new phase at CAS On March 25, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne, challenging the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to award the CAN 2025 final to Morocco on a walkover after a chaotic […]
Arthur Zagré, a left-back with a rich footballing history, has made a life-changing decision by switching his international allegiance to Burkina Faso. The 24-year-old, who grew up in the Paris Saint-Germain academy and represented France at youth levels, now aims to don the national colors of his ancestors’ homeland. With 23 caps and 2 goals […]
As citizens across Togo anxiously await relief from escalating living costs and persistent power outages, President of the Council Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé opted for a journey to the snow-capped peaks of Kirghizistan. This expedition, beyond its exotic appeal, has sparked widespread national bewilderment. Amidst shadowy diplomatic maneuvers and a noticeable absence of concrete outcomes, this […]
Commentary Mali Attacks: Aggravating the Sahel Security Crisis Coordinated Mali attacks expose state vulnerabilities, insurgent adaptation, and shifting regional alliances across the Sahel North Africa By Salem A. Salem May 7, 2026 Share: The April 25 coordinated attacks in Mali mark a dangerous inflection point in the Sahel’s security crisis, revealing both the growing sophistication […]
Senegal U15 Lionceaux: FSF clarifies 100,000 FCFA payments after victory The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has addressed queries surrounding the 100,000 FCFA payments made to the U15 Lionceaux team following their triumph at the African School Football Championship in Zimbabwe. The young champions, who clinched the title in early May, received the sum as part […]
A pronounced tension currently grips Togo’s political landscape and its judicial system. At the heart of this contentious dispute lies the alleged failure to implement a ruling by the Lomé Court of Appeal, which mandated the release of thirteen individuals. Caught between accusations of arbitrary detention and claims of national security imperatives, the nation finds […]
Despite official pronouncements celebrating the National Development Plan and robust macroeconomic growth, a recent Afrobarometer survey delivers a sharp critique of Faure Gnassingbé’s administration. The comprehensive report paints a picture of a nation under immense strain, revealing that a striking 62% of Togolese citizens believe their country is on a deeply troubling path. This widespread […]