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President Macky Sall’s decision to postpone Senegal’s elections threatens the country’s democratic identity. The weather in Dakar is forecast to be sunny and warm all week. But Senegal is on very thin ice. A country often celebrated for the vibrancy of its political discourse, the energetic political engagement of its civil society, and the liveliness […]
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(Nairobi) – Senegal’s authorities should immediately open independent investigations into violence during protests on February 9 and 10, 2024, over delayed elections, Human Rights Watch said today. At least two young men and a 16-year-old boy died, while scores have been injured and at least 271 arrested. Demonstrations broke out in Dakar, the country’s capital, […]
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Ensure Fundamental Freedoms, Rein in Security Forces and Restore Internet On February 3, Senegal’s President Macky Sall announced that presidential elections, slated for February 25, would be delayed indefinitely. The decision came one day before the official campaign was to begin and increases the risks of further crackdown against opponents. This marks the first time […]
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African Agriculture, Inc. (Nasdaq: AAGR), a pioneering company operating a commercial-scale alfalfa farm in Senegal and dedicated to food security for the coming century, announced that it teamed up with global sports technology company Sportradar to supply computers to primary and secondary schools in rural communities in northern Senegal. This educational initiative has set up computer study rooms for […]
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Guarantee Fundamental Freedoms, End Arbitrary Detentions and Prosecutions The authorities in Senegal have cracked down on the opposition, media, and civil society. President Macky Sall’s promise to hold free and fair elections is at odds with the reality that the authorities have been filling prisons for the last three years with hundreds of political opponents. […]
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The Corporation’s investment in the Sangomar oil field will be used to drive the first phase of development towards achieving first oil, a key milestone in the advancement of the country’s hydrocarbons sector Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the leading infrastructure solutions provider on the continent, is partnering with the Government of Senegal to fund […]
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Assault on Democracy Ahead of Elections On July 31, Senegal’s interior minister announced the dissolution of the opposition party Patriotes africains du Sénégal pour le travail, l’éthique et la fraternité (Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity, or PASTEF) for rallying its supporters during violent protests in June this year and in March 2021. On the same day, […]
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As all hands continue to mount the deck to stimulate Africa’s creative economy, foremost industry players Social Nation Africa, alongside their sister organisation Mansa Musik Group has struck a strategic partnership with the the All-Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (www.AFRIMA.org) ahead of its much anticipated 8th Edition aka ‘Teranga Edition’ scheduled to hold in Dakar, Senegal […]
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Main Award Ceremonies to be held from January 12 to 15, 2023, in Dakar The Government of Senegal has accepted and undertaken to host the 8th edition of All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA (www.AFRIMA.org) at a joint world media conference – host country unveiling held at the Hotel King Fahd Royal Palace, in Dakar, Senegal on […]
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On the back of its recent and substantial oil and gas discoveries, Senegal is now preparing to ensure that its vast natural gas resources will help meet future electricity demand and put an end to the excessive electricity prices undermining its economy. Senegal’s domestic gas reserves will be mainly used to produce electricity. Authorities expect that domestic […]
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New Satirical Drama Nya Uriri (Pek Chi Liel) – The Widow’s Burden Sparks Conversations On Widowhood And Inheritance In African Culture