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Dakar’s patriotic walk: sonko’s early departure sparks calls for discipline A recent “patriotic walk” in Dakar was marred by unforeseen incidents, leading to the early departure of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Mayor Abass Fall has since voiced his disappointment and emphasized the critical need for improved organization and oversight to ensure the smooth execution of […]
For over four years, the conflict has raged with unprecedented ferocity, characterized by relentless daily bombardments from the Russian military across Ukrainian territory. Now, however, the battlefront has begun to extend consistently beyond Ukraine’s national borders. In a strategic countermove to the devastating destruction inflicted upon its populace and economy, Kyiv has developed a sophisticated […]
French national held in Senegal amid escalating legal battle over homosexuality The detention of a French engineer in Senegal has ignited diplomatic tensions between Paris and Dakar, exposing the complexities of a legal case unfolding against a backdrop of tightening anti-homosexuality laws in the country. Since February 2026, a 30-year-old French engineer residing in Dakar […]
Post-match analysis 18/05/2026 10:14 Lille OSC celebrates historic champions league qualification The air was thick with euphoria as Lille OSC secured their coveted spot in the UEFA Champions League. Supporters and players alike erupted in jubilant celebrations following a hard-fought season, marking a truly historic achievement for the club. To commemorate this momentous occasion, an […]
Chaos erupted during Sunday’s Ligue 1 finale between Nantes and Toulouse as home supporters stormed the pitch just 20 minutes into the game, leading to the match’s permanent suspension. Marina Ferrari, the Minister of Sports, Youth, and Associative Life, vehemently condemned these “unacceptable scenes of violence” on Sunday, May 17. Her remarks followed the dramatic […]
The INP-HB, in collaboration with the CEA VALOPRO, officially inaugurated its Master’s program in Circular Economy, Ecological Transition, and Sustainable Development (ECOTEDD). This significant launch took place during an inaugural seminar held in Angré on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The gathering, themed « Sustainable Africa, Resilient Côte d’Ivoire: CSR and Circular Economy as Levers for a […]
Ligue 1: fan unrest, masked supporters… A season’s end in chaos at Nantes and Nice During the final matchday of Ligue 1, supporters stormed the pitches in Nantes and Nice to express their profound dissatisfaction. What began as a poignant occasion quickly devolved into disorder. Already facing relegation to Ligue 2 before their last game […]
Deadly drone strikes hit Mali wedding, toll rises to ten civilians A heartbreaking incident struck the village of Téné, central Mali, on Sunday, where at least ten civilians lost their lives in drone strikes reportedly carried out by the Malian army. Most of the victims were young men gathered for a traditional collective wedding celebration, […]
The Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has lodged an official protest with Saudi authorities over the unauthorized entry of Ibrahim Moustapha, a correspondent for Al Arabiya and Al Hadath, into northern Mali. In a strongly worded statement released this week, Bamako accused the journalist of operating in the region without proper accreditation, […]
Tolisso reflects on Lyon’s Ligue 1 season despite disappointing finale Despite a heavy 3-0 defeat to Lens in the final matchday of Ligue 1, Lyon secured fourth place—a finish that left captain Corentin Tolisso feeling proud of the team’s overall season. Lyon’s final league outing of the season ended in disappointment at Parc Olympique Lyonnais, […]
Paris Saint-Germain concluded its Ligue 1 season with a 2-1 defeat against Paris FC on the final matchday, a fixture devoid of significant implications for the already-crowned champions. Attention now swiftly shifts to the impending UEFA Champions League final. Following the match, PSG captain Marquinhos offered his reflections on the loss and provided an assessment […]
Senegal delays Eid al-Adha as moon sighting fails Local astronomers in Senegal failed to sight the new moon marking the start of Dhul Hijjah 1447 on Sunday, May 17, 2026, prompting an official shift in the Islamic calendar. The delay has been confirmed, and Eid al-Adha will now be observed on Thursday, May 28, 2026, […]