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πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Senegalese PM Ousmane Sonko submits tougher anti-LGBT law

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

Feb 26 β€’ 10:10 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Epstein files expose money, women, power ties to Senegal, Ivory Coast

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

Feb 26 β€’ 05:08 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of Senegal: local vigilance to protect against jihadists [4/5]

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.

Feb 25 β€’ 23:03 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Senegal PM vows to double penalty for same-sex relations

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.

Feb 25 β€’ 21:44 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
National & Local

Senegal proposes tougher anti-LGBTQ law

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

Feb 25 β€’ 13:37 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: Opening of a Colloquium on the Restitution of Cultural Works

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

Feb 25 β€’ 10:32 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Senegal PM seeks 10-year prison terms for same-sex relations

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.

Feb 25 β€’ 07:50 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko proposes to establish a police station within UCAD

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.

Feb 25 β€’ 04:54 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of Senegal: Kidira, facing the fear of jihadist contagion from the Malian conflict

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

Feb 24 β€’ 23:01 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
National & Local

Senegal May Double Punishments for Same-Sex Relationships

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.

Feb 24 β€’ 20:00 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal's Prime Minister denounces Morocco's jail term for football fans

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

Feb 24 β€’ 17:20 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal PM pledges to increase penalty for same-sex relations

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.

Feb 24 β€’ 17:10 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Senegal's Prime Minister defends anti-LGBT law that doubles prison sentences

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.

Feb 24 β€’ 15:29 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Senegal PM vows to double penalty for same-sex relations

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.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:39 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Senegal's PM introduces bill doubling prison sentences for same-sex relations

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.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:39 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Between five and ten years in prison: in Senegal, the government wants to double the penalties against homosexuality

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

Feb 24 β€’ 12:19 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Young footballer dies after collapsing on debut as ex-Premier League star leads tributes

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

Feb 24 β€’ 12:11 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Eastern Senegal: Truck Drivers on the Frontline Facing Conflict

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

Feb 23 β€’ 23:09 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal: Sahad Sarr releases new album

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

Feb 23 β€’ 14:17 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: the repression of homosexuality intensifies, about twenty people arrested in a week

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

Feb 23 β€’ 03:30 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

East of Senegal: the portrait of a Malian driver, survivor of a jihadist attack [1/5]

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

Feb 22 β€’ 23:09 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sports crisis turns into economic crisis.. calls in Senegal to boycott Moroccan goods

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

Feb 22 β€’ 07:30 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A Poetics Between Fires and Flavors

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

Feb 22 β€’ 03:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

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.

Feb 21 β€’ 18:26 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

AFCON: Senegal slams Morocco over prison sentences, fines for 18 fans

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

Feb 21 β€’ 15:10 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: a collective criticizes the methods of law enforcement after the death of student Abdoulaye Ba

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.

Feb 21 β€’ 09:27 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

A Supreme Court ruling reinforces the presumption of minority age for young migrants

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.

Feb 21 β€’ 04:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Senegal: Senegal Approves Draft Law to Double Prison Terms for Homosexual Acts

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

Feb 20 β€’ 23:34 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Rights groups urge Senegal authorities to protect LGBT community amid wave of homophobia

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.

Feb 20 β€’ 13:06 UTC
🌍 Africanews
Sports

19 soccer fans jailed for AFCON final chaos in Morocco

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.

Feb 20 β€’ 09:18 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: the government approves a bill aimed at toughening legislation on homosexuality

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

Feb 20 β€’ 04:10 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Long prison sentences for Senegalese fans detained in Morocco

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 19:22 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Africa Cup of Nations: 18 Senegalese supporters sentenced to between three months and one year in prison after incidents in Morocco

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 19:18 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Crime & Justice

CAN 2025: prison sentences ranging from three months to one year imposed on 18 Senegalese supporters arrested in Morocco

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 19:07 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Moroccan public prosecutor demands imprisonment for 18 Senegalese fans

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 14:16 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
Sports

A major debate returns to the platforms after a CAF member's statements about the Morocco and Senegal 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.

Feb 19 β€’ 13:45 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

AFCON 2025: Trial of 18 Senegalese supporters arrested in Morocco opens

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 08:42 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Bodies of 3 Senegalese sailors found after their boat sank north of the country

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 06:56 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 04:13 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
Sports

A member of CAF: "The Moroccan national team was wronged in the African Cup final"

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

Feb 18 β€’ 13:53 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Headlines: Are we heading towards the end of the university crisis in Senegal?

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

Feb 18 β€’ 08:58 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal prosecutor rejects accusations police tortured and killed student

A Senegalese prosecutor has dismissed claims that a student who died during police intervention was tortured, asserting that he died from jumping from a building.

Feb 18 β€’ 07:16 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Senegal: Senegal Arrests 12 Men Using Punitive Anti-LGBT Laws

The arrest of 12 men in Senegal under punitive anti-LGBT laws has raised alarm over the ongoing criminalization of same-sex relations and the implications for people living with HIV.

Feb 18 β€’ 06:24 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

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.

Feb 18 β€’ 04:30 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: According to the public prosecutor, the death of a student from Ucad is not related to police violence

The Senegalese public prosecutor stated that the death of a university student was due to a fall, not police violence.

Feb 18 β€’ 00:01 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: a strike in universities amidst the death of a student, detentions, and scholarship arrears

A strike has begun in Senegalese universities due to demands for justice regarding a deceased student and the release of detained students.

Feb 17 β€’ 13:01 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
Sports

Senegal star calls for the release of 18 fans detained in Morocco

Senegalese football player Pape Matar Sarr calls for the immediate release of 18 Senegalese fans detained in Morocco following the Africa Cup of Nations final.

Feb 17 β€’ 12:32 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
Sports

Senegal coach hails Falconets strength in W’Cup qualifier defeat

Senegal's U-20 women's coach commended Nigeria's Falconets after their team's aggregate defeat in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.

Feb 17 β€’ 01:34 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

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.

Feb 16 β€’ 22:29 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Autopsy shows dead Senegal student suffered multiple traumas

An autopsy report reveals that a Senegalese medical student died from multiple traumas and massive internal bleeding during a police intervention at a university campus.

Feb 16 β€’ 17:00 UTC

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