Tag: Senegal
Senegal’s opposition leader released as election looms
Senegal's opposition leader Ousmane Sonko and the presidential candidate he supports in this month's postponed election, Bassirou Diomaye…
Senegal kicks off election campaign
Presidential aspirants in Senegal inaugurated their election campaigns on Saturday, following weeks of tumultuous protests across the African…
Senegalese security operatives killed three protesters – Amnesty Int’l
Amnesty International disclosed on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, that security forces in Senegal have been implicated in the…
Senegal to shutdown internet access ahead of protest over vote delay
Senegal's Ministry of Communications issued a directive on Tuesday instructing mobile operators to suspend internet access, coinciding with…
Senegal secures AFCON Soccer Quarter-final spot in thrilling clash with Cameroon
IN a highly anticipated showdown, Senegal emerged victorious in a Lions' clash against Cameroon, sealing a 3-1…
AFCON: Senegal defends title with 3-0 win over Gambia
Lamine Camara showcased a standout performance, scoring twice as the reigning champions, Senegal, commenced their Africa Cup of…
Senegal: Sall inaugurates Dakar’s electric bus fleet
In a significant development for the city of Dakar, residents will soon experience enhanced urban mobility through the…
Senegalese opposition figure Sonko faces setbacks in his presidential bid
The 49-year-old, who secured the third position in the 2019 presidential election, has found himself embroiled in a…
Court orders reinstatement of Senegalese presidential candidate Sonko
Senegal's electoral dynamics experienced a significant twist as Ousmane Sonko, embroiled in a prolonged legal battle, was initially…
Senegal election 2024: Ousmane Sonko’s candidacy rejected by Senegalese officials
On Thursday, November 30, 2023, the State of Senegal officially rejected the candidacy deposit submitted by opposition figure…
Senegal: Karim Wade steps out towards his presidential candidacy
Despite ongoing doubts about his candidacy, Senegalese rival Karim Wade made a significant move on Monday, November 27,…
Senegal’s electoral commission calls for Sonko’s reinstatement of voting rights
On Tuesday, October 31, 2023, the electoral commission of Senegal requested that sponsorship forms be sent to Ousmane…