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Protesters in Dakar marched in support of 18 Senegalese fans imprisoned in Morocco after incidents during the Africa Cup of Nations final.

Protests erupted in Dakar against the imprisonment of 18 Senegalese football fans in Morocco.

A former minister of Senegal, Moussa Bocar Thiam, has been charged with embezzlement and other serious offenses, leading to his referral to the High Court of Justice.

World Cup supporters from Senegal fear being denied entry to the USA due to Donald Trump's travel ban affecting fans from several countries participating in the upcoming football tournament.

Mali is planning to gain direct access to the Atlantic Ocean through a significant $800 million project to develop the Senegal River into a commercial shipping corridor.

Senegal's parliament has voted to refer former minister Moussa Bocar Thiam to court for alleged embezzlement related to a digital technology park contract.

Jeffrey Epstein's files reveal connections to political elites in Senegal and Cote d'Ivoire, including Karim Wade and Nina Keita.

A collective of Senegalese citizens is calling for the release of 18 supporters sentenced to prison in Morocco following disturbances at the CAN 2025 final.

The article discusses the urgent need for development in eastern Senegal to counter the threat of jihadism in the border regions with Mali and Mauritania.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed a stricter anti-LGBT law that could further criminalize homosexuality in the country.

Documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein's connections with influential figures in Senegal and Ivory Coast, including Karim Wade and Nina Keita.

This article discusses the local vigilance in eastern Senegal to guard against the rising threat of jihadism in the region, particularly due to recent attacks in neighboring Mali.

Senegal's Prime Minister vows to increase the penalty for same-sex relations from five to ten years in prison, reflecting the government's stance on LGBTQ+ rights.

Senegal's Prime Minister has introduced legislation proposing increased penalties for same-sex relations, including longer jail sentences and substantial fines.

A colloquium titled "Sovereignties and Restitution of Cultural Works" has commenced in Senegal, bringing together experts to discuss cultural repatriation issues.

The Senegalese Prime Minister is advocating for a 10-year prison sentence for individuals engaging in same-sex relations amid ongoing debates about LGBTQ+ rights in the country.

Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed the installation of a police station at the Cheikh Anta Diop University amidst ongoing tensions surrounding university crises.

The residents of Kidira, a frontier town in eastern Senegal, are increasingly worried about jihadist threats following attacks just across the border in Mali.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is advocating for harsher penalties for same-sex relationships, proposing to increase prison sentences from five years to a maximum of ten.

Senegal's Prime Minister criticizes Morocco's sentencing of Senegalese football fans over a pitch invasion incident.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed a new law that would increase prison sentences for same-sex relations to up to ten years and impose additional penalties for advocacy of such relations.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has defended a proposed law that increases the maximum prison sentence for same-sex relations from five to ten years, reflecting a broader crackdown on LGBT rights in the country.

Senegal's prime minister has announced new legislation that will double the maximum prison penalty for same-sex relations to 10 years amid rising crackdowns on LGBTQ+ individuals in the country.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed a bill that increases prison sentences for same-sex relations to five to 10 years amid rising homophobia in the country.

The Senegalese government plans to introduce a law that would increase prison sentences for homosexual acts from 1-5 years to 5-10 years.

Youssou Diouf, a young footballer from Senegal, tragically died after collapsing on the pitch during his debut match for AS Saloum.

In eastern Senegal, truck drivers are increasingly concerned about jihadist threats following recent attacks near the Malian border.

Senegalese musician Sahad Sarr has released his new album, 'African West,' showcasing a decade of musical evolution influenced by diverse cultures.

The Senegalese government has intensified its crackdown on homosexuality, resulting in the arrest of approximately twenty people, including notable figures from media and culture.

This article profiles a Malian truck driver who survived a jihadist attack in eastern Senegal amid rising threats to truck convoys crossing from Mali.

Senegalese activists have launched widespread calls on social media to boycott Moroccan goods in response to the imprisonment of Senegalese soccer fans in Morocco.

The article explores Jean-Pierre Ostende's culinary passion through humor and poignant observations in his book about slow-cooked dishes.

A symbolic march took place in Dakar, Senegal, to protest police violence following the death of a student during clashes at the University Cheikh Anta Diop.

Senegal's Football Federation has condemned Morocco's court ruling that sentenced 18 Senegalese fans to prison terms following disturbances at the AFCON final.

In Senegal, civil society has formed a collective to critique police brutality following the death of a 21-year-old student, Abdoulaye Ba, during a law enforcement operation.

A ruling by Spain's Supreme Court supports the presumption of minority age for young migrants, overturning a previous decision that treated a 16-year-old Senegalese youth as an adult.

Senegal's government has approved a draft law that establishes harsher penalties for homosexual acts, proposing to double prison terms and increase fines significantly.

International rights groups are urging Senegal to enhance protections for the LGBT community amid rising homophobia, marked by notable arrests of several men under anti-gay laws.

A Moroccan court sentenced 19 soccer fans to up to one year in prison for hooliganism during the AFCON final chaos, sparking plans for legal appeals.

The Senegalese government has approved a bill that seeks to increase penalties for homosexual acts and extend punishment to organizations promoting homosexual relationships.

A Moroccan court sentenced 18 Senegalese football fans to prison terms ranging from three to twelve months for vandalism during the Africa Cup of Nations final.

Eighteen Senegalese supporters have been sentenced to prison terms ranging from three months to one year by a Moroccan court following violent incidents during the Africa Cup of Nations final.

Eighteen Senegalese supporters and one Frenchman were sentenced to prison terms ranging from three months to one year following their arrest during clashes at the Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco.

A Moroccan prosecutor has called for up to two years of imprisonment for 18 Senegalese fans charged with inciting riots during the controversial Africa Cup of Nations final.

CAF official Samir Subha's comments alleging unfair treatment of Morocco in the AFCON final against Senegal have sparked widespread debate on social media.

The trial of 18 Senegalese supporters and one French national accused of hooliganism for their involvement in post-match violence during the AFCON 2025 final opens in Rabat.

The bodies of three Senegalese sailors missing since February 12 were found after their boat capsized near the Senegal River estuary due to adverse weather conditions.

The prosecutor's explanation for the death of Abdoulaye Ba, a student at the University Cheikh Anta Diop of Dakar, is met with skepticism from his family and student representatives.

A CAF official criticized the officiating in the African Cup final, claiming that Morocco was unfairly treated during the match.

The university crisis in Senegal escalates following the death of a student, leading to widespread protests and a nationwide mobilization for justice.