Africa
Senegal lands Sh284bn IMF deal after hidden debt crisis
The agreement marks a new phase in relations between Senegal and the IMF after the lender suspended an earlier $1.8 billion programme in 2024.
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Africa
Faye-Sonko rivalry deepens as Senegal local election date remains unclear
Senegal's five-year mandates of municipal and departmental authorities expire in January, but Faye has yet to issue the decrees required to launch the electoral process, including setting the date of the vote and opening voter registration
Global Affairs
Senegal’s President Faye unveils new party amid split with former ally Sonko
The creation of Bassirou Diomaye Faye ‘s Republican Patriots party makes official a split that had been building for months between the two men. They rose to power together in 2024 under the Pastef banner, an acronym for its French name, Patriotes Africains du Sénégal pour le Travail, l’Éthique et la Fraternité.
Sports
Row erupts over Senegal team doctor's qualifications at World Cup
Fall said feedback from players suggested they were not fully reassured about the medical support available.
Sports
Senegal sack coach Pape Thiaw after World Cup exit
The decision comes after the Lions of Teranga were eliminated in the Round of 32, ending Thiaw's tenure after less than two years in charge.
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Africa’s hopes fading after exits of Ivory Coast, DRC and Senegal
Habib Diarra gave the Lions of Teranga the lead in the 24th minute before Ismaila Sarr doubled the advantage in the 54th minute in a match that appeared firmly in Senegal’s control.
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Sonko secures Speaker post as political tensions deepen in Senegal
Analysts say the role could give him considerable influence and make it harder for the president to advance policies if he does not secure enough backing in parliament.
Global Affairs
Senegal parliament speaker steps down in political crisis
The move by speaker El Malick Ndiaye clears the way for sacked premier Ousmane Sonko to run for the post of head of parliament, where his Pastef party holds a strong majority, in a challenge to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.
Global Affairs
Senegal bans ministers’ foreign travel as oil prices surge
Speaking at a youth rally, Sonko said the cost of oil had surged to levels far beyond government projections, placing significant strain on public finances.
Global Affairs
Senegal enacts law doubling jail time for same-sex relations
Several human rights groups had voiced concerns about the bill, including warning that it would dissuade people at risk from illnesses like HIV/AIDS from seeking help.
Sports
Senegal parade Afcon trophy despite title controversy
Morocco were declared the winners of the 2025 Afcon tournament when the Confederation of African Football (Caf) overturned the result of January's final.
Sports
It's going nowhere! Senegal vows to keep Afcon trophy after CAF strip off
Speaking on Wednesday from Dakar, the Secretary General of the Senegalese FA, Abdoulaye Seydou Sow, told the public broadcaster Radiodiffusion Télévision Sénégalaise that the ruling was a shame for Africa. He insisted that Senegal would not back down and that the trophy is going nowhere.
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Senegal stripped of Afcon title as Morocco declared winners
Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 in the final on 18 January in a match which was overshadowed when the Senegalese players refused to play after the hosts were awarded a stoppage-time penalty with the match goalless.
Sports
Moroccan court sentences 19 fans to jail for AFCON hooliganism
After a hearing that lasted more than five hours, the presiding judge ruled that the fans -18 Senegalese and a French national --were guilty of more than half a dozen charges, including damaging sporting facilities and committing violence during a sporting event.
Sports
AFCON 2025: Senegal will not appeal against CAF fines
The FSF confirmed it will assume full financial responsibility in accordance with Article 91.4 of the CAF Disciplinary Code, covering fines related to the federation, technical staff, and players.
Sports
CAF suspends Senegal coach Pape, fines two federations over AFCON final drama
In a statement released by CAF’s Disciplinary Board, the governing body said the sanctions were handed down after multiple incidents were found to have violated provisions of the CAF Disciplinary Code, particularly those relating to fair play, integrity, and respect for match officials.
Sports
Morocco to file complaint after Senegal walkout at AFCON final
The federation said the Senegal team walked off the pitch just before Morocco’s appearance, setting off a chain of events that disrupted the match and affected the players. According to the RMFF, the situation escalated after the referee awarded a penalty kick, which the federation insists was correctly given.
Sports
AFCON 2026: Coach Thiaw apologises after Rabat chaos
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has apologised after ordering his players off during a late VAR penalty row in Rabat, as debate grows over potential CAF sanctions and VAR protocols.
Sports
Senegal beat Morocco to win AFCON 2025
The win means that Senegal has now beaten Morocco for a second time in the African Cup of Nations - but only after the final was overshadowed when they temporarily refused to play when the hosts were awarded a controversial stoppage time penalty with the match goalless.
Sports
Kenya's Harambee Starlets land tough WAFCON group
The tournament will run from March 17 to April 3, 2026, and will also serve as part of the qualification pathway to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Sports
How AFCON quarter-final tactics could decide Senegal, Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt ties
A tactical guide to the AFCON quarter-finals, breaking down Mali v Senegal, Morocco v Cameroon, Nigeria v Algeria and Egypt v Ivory Coast, with low-scoring games expected and four favourites tipped to edge through.
Sports
Benni McCarthy absent as Stars return after humiliating Turkey trip
The defeat to Senegal was catastrophic by any measure. Kenya staggered out of the blocks and found themselves 4-0 down inside 17 minutes, then went into the break trailing 6-0.
Football
2026 World Cup: South Africa, Senegal book Africa's final tickets
In Group C, South Africa took advantage of Benin's loss to Nigeria to leapfrog into first, with the Super Eagles soaring into second. Côte d'Ivoire left no doubt in downing Kenya to clinch Group F, while Senegal ran rampant at home against Mauritania to sew up Group B.
Global Affairs
Spain arrests 19 after deadly violence on migrant boat from Senegal
Authorities said the wooden vessel, which had set sail with about 300 people, was intercepted south of Gran Canaria on 24 August with 248 survivors on board.
Sports
England 1-3 Senegal: Pressure rises early for 'new' coach Tuchel as England collapse
England slumped to a 3-1 home friendly defeat by Senegal on Tuesday to ramp up the scrutiny on boss Thomas Tuchel one year before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.