Completed Dakar Rally despite three fractures: The only Japanese rider, Shinya Fujiwara
Shinya Fujiwara, the only Japanese participant in the recent Dakar Rally, completed the race despite suffering three fractures during the challenging event.
Dacia Duster Celebrates Dakar Victory with Special Edition
The Dacia Duster marks its Dakar victory with the launch of a special edition vehicle.
Senegal: Symbolic March in Dakar Against Police Violence
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.
B. Vanago's 'Black Hawk' – What is the verdict of the technicians after the Dakar 'flight'?
The main frame of the 'Black Hawk' vehicle has remained completely intact despite its visually damaged appearance after a thorough inspection.
From Milano Cortina to Dakar 2026: Olympic mascots Tina and Ayo share the stage
Olympic mascots Tina and Ayo come together in a celebratory appearance ahead of the upcoming Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.
Senegal: the prosecutor's account of the death of a UCAD student struggles to convince
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 wave of student protests shakes Senegal: university dormitories in flames and young people jumping out of windows
Student protests in Senegal have escalated into violence, with university dormitories set ablaze and a death reported in Dakar amid police repression and ongoing scholarship payment issues.
Senegal: the three student leaders maintained in detention by the return of the parquet
Three student leaders in Senegal remain in detention pending judicial proceedings after their arrest related to violent events at the University Cheikh Anta Diop in Dakar.
Senegal: UCAD students worry about the transparency of the investigation into Abdoulaye Ba's death
Students at the University of Dakar (UCAD) are expressing concern over the transparency of the investigation following the death of fellow student Abdoulaye Ba.
Death of a student on the campus of Dakar: an autopsy report leaks to the press and reignites the debate
An autopsy report concerning the death of a student during a police intervention at the University of Dakar has leaked, reigniting discussions about the circumstances of his death.
Senegal faces the troubling reality of femicides
In 2025, Senegal recorded 18 femicides, a figure widely believed to be underestimated as it includes only known and publicized cases, amidst increasing government recognition of the issue.
Students turn on Senegalese government over Dakar university violence
Students in Dakar are protesting against the government following the death of a fellow student during clashes over grant arrears.
Senegal: Detention Extended for Three Student Organization Leaders After Violence at UCAD
The detention of three student leaders in Senegal has been extended following recent violence at the Cheikh Anta Diop University, causing concern among their peers who feel threatened.
Trip to Africa: Man locates stolen phone in Senegal - and retrieves it
A young man from Germany travels to Dakar, Senegal, to reclaim his stolen iPhone after tracking its location.
The Dakar ended a month ago, but B. Vanagas' equipment just returned: why?
After the Dakar Rally, Benediktas Vanagas' equipment has finally returned to Lithuania for maintenance and preparation ahead of upcoming races.
Main News: The divide widens between the government and students in Senegal
Violence between law enforcement and students at the University of Dakar has led to one death and many injuries, intensifying the rift between students and the government.
Senegal: after the violence at Cheikh Anta Diop University, authorities seek to calm tensions
Senegalese authorities are responding to violence at Cheikh Anta Diop University that resulted in the death of a student, aiming to de-escalate tensions.
VIDEO: Students fall from burning building at university in Senegal
Students fell from a burning building during protests at Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar, Senegal, amid unrest over delayed student aid.
Senegal orders university closure following student death during protests
Senegal has closed its universities following the death of a student during protests in Dakar.
Senegal students protest scholarship delays amid rising youth discontent
Students at Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar are protesting against delayed scholarship payments following the death of a fellow student during clashes with police.
Senegal university student dies after protest clashes with police
A university student in Senegal died following violent clashes with police during protests over delayed stipend payments.
Senegal: death of a medical student after clashes with police
A medical student died following violent clashes between security forces and students protesting payment delays of their scholarships at a university in Dakar.
Senegal: Students Demanding Their Scholarships Shocked by Police Intervention on a Dakar Campus
Students at the Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar express their outrage following police intervention during protests over delayed scholarship payments, where a second-year dental student died.
Senegal: Calm returns to the universities of Dakar and Saint-Louis, but the 'restos U' remain closed
Calm has returned to the universities of Dakar and Saint-Louis following violent clashes, but the student dining facilities remain shut amid ongoing tensions over student grants in Senegal.
2026 Youth Olympics preparation heats up
Preparations for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games are now in an advanced phase as the Organising Committee reports significant progress in venue works and operational readiness just 270 days before the Opening Ceremony.
Senegal: Deadly Attacks Stall Trade in Key Corridor Between Senegal and Mali
Insecurity along the main trade route between Senegal and Mali has left over 4,000 empty shipping containers stranded in Mali, threatening supplies and potentially increasing prices in Mali where most imports pass through Dakar.
2026 edition of Africa Eco Race comes to an end in Dakar
The 2026 Africa Eco Race concluded in Dakar after a scenic final stage that highlighted the cultural and emotional significance of the rally.
Dakar universities rocked by renewed clashes between students and police
Clashes have erupted between students and police at Dakar's Cheikh-Anta-Diop university due to ongoing protests over delayed financial aid from the government.
Senegal: unpaid scholarship backlogs increase tension at Cheikh Anta Diop University
Tension flared at Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar as students clashed with law enforcement over the indefinite closure of university cafeterias amid ongoing unpaid scholarship backlogs.
A surf academy is enticing Senegalese girls back to school
A new Surf Academy in Dakar encourages girls to return to school by combining surfing with education, benefiting the local fishing community of Xataxely.
Senegal surf school in Dakar brings girls back to class
A new Surf Academy in Dakar encourages girls from the fishing village of Xataxely to return to school as part of their surfing program.
Mali-Senegal: towards a new container crisis?
Over 4,000 empty containers are stranded in Mali waiting to be returned to the port of Dakar, highlighting ongoing tensions between Mali and Senegal following previous delays with full containers.
Dakar Classic Winner K. Raišys - About the Rumors of Stolen Mechanics: "Someone Said I Took Them Away in Bags"
Karolis Raišys discusses competing with historic vehicles in the Dakar Classic and addresses rumors regarding the theft of mechanics during the event.
Laia Sanz: "The Dakar is different because your life can be in the hands of another participant"
Catalan racer Laia Sanz discusses her experiences after successfully completing the Dakar Rally, highlighting the unique dangers and surprises of each edition.
African cotton growers demand subsidies for pesticides
About forty West African cotton growers gathered in Dakar to share best practices and discuss challenges facing the industry, including climate change and pest management.
The Dakar Rally and the Temptation of the Past
The potential departure of the Dakar Rally from Saudi Arabia in 2029 has reignited nostalgia in Argentina for the event, which was hosted there for a decade and remains a significant part of the country's motorsport history.
Senegal: a wrestler punches his opponent before a match and sparks outrage
In Senegal, a wrestler named Petit Baye Fall punched his opponent Boy Dakar during a live television promotion for their upcoming fight, provoking widespread condemnation.
Mali agrees with Guinea to develop an alternative route for the transit of its goods
Mali has announced a series of measures to secure a new transit route through Guinea, aiming to reduce its dependency on traditional corridors like Dakar and Abidjan, following a recent cabinet meeting.
Spanish miracle in tears: how Nani Roma saved his podium chances in the Dakar
Catalan driver Nani Roma ran out of fuel but was towed by Laia Sanz to the camp just in time to avoid a penalty.
Tribute to the essence of Dakar: Laia Sanz and several colleagues save Nani Roma's podium in the penultimate stage of the Dakar
In a dramatic turn of events, Laia Sanz and fellow competitors helped Nani Roma secure a podium finish after a near-accident just 500 meters from the finish line on the penultimate stage of the Dakar rally.
Prokop went through purgatory. The stones had no end, he described
Aleš Loprais secured fifth place among trucks in the 12th stage of the Dakar Rally, increasing his deficit to leader Vaidotas Žala to 21 minutes before the final stage.
Stage 12 of the Dakar: Nasser Al-Attiyah and Ricky Brabec steer the race in a big way
Qatari driver Nasser Al-Attiyah and American racer Ricky Brabec clinched the penultimate stage of the Dakar Rally, significantly distancing themselves from their competitors.
Brabec puts the Dakar within reach in motorcycles and Schareina secures the podium
In the penultimate stage of the Dakar Rally 2026, Brabec closes in on the leaders while Schareina guarantees a spot on the podium after a challenging race.
José Luis Criado, the Guardian of the Essences of Rally Dakar with 35 Participations and Countless Anecdotes
José Luis Criado, a 68-year-old Spanish co-driver, has participated in the Dakar Rally 35 times and continues to share his passion and stories from the race.
Rebecca 'followed' by mom and dad
Rebecca Busi announces her return to the Dakar 2026 with team X-raid, marking a new chapter in her racing career.
A year after losing his leg, a Frenchman returns to Dakar. He is racing with a prosthesis
Navigator Mathieu Baumel competes in the toughest rally in the world with a prosthesis, driven by his passion for long-distance competitions after losing his leg in an accident.
Loprais recorded a winning stage hat-trick, again reduced part of the leader's lead
Aleš Loprais won the 11th stage of the Dakar Rally and remains second among trucks while slightly narrowing the gap to the leading Lithuanian Vaidotas Žala.
Stage 11 of the Dakar: Nani Roma Reduces the Gap with Leader Nasser Al-Attiyah
In Stage 11 of the Dakar, Ford's Nani Roma climbs to second place overall, closing the gap on leader Nasser Al-Attiyah, while Ricky Brabec relinquishes the lead in the motorcycle category.
Schareina clings to third place in the Dakar
Valencian driver Schareina finished the eleventh stage of the Dakar Rally in fifth place but remains in the provisional podium position.
Fans celebrate in Dakar as Senegal beat Egypt to clinch a place in AFCON final
Senegalese fans celebrated in Dakar as their team secured a spot in the AFCON final by defeating Egypt 1-0, thanks to a late goal from Sadio Mané.