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Aïssatou Doumbia, president of Kolda’s committee of women with disabilities, is calling on the NGO FAWE to provide scholarships to learners with disabilities in vocational training centres.
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has made a series of appointments in the public administration, according to a decree reported by SeneNews. The Ministries of Youth and Sports, Culture, Crafts and Tourism, and National Education are affected.
In Diamniadio, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye received the Olympic Village and the Equestrian Centre, according to Afrique7. Meanwhile, the National Police are stepping up their security preparations ahead of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, Leral reports.
The Press Support and Development Fund says applications remain limited with two weeks to go before the campaign closes on September 15, 2026. As of August 31, no applications had been registered from television and print media outlets.
On the programme Sitoe, Mimi Touré spoke about the prejudice associated with certain occupations traditionally regarded as male-dominated. The available information does not specify the detailed content of her remarks or the context of the programme.
SeneNews reports that Moody’s set Senegal’s sovereign rating at Caa2 as of 28 August. The outlet links the decision to mounting budgetary pressures and the absence of an IMF programme.
ANACIM’s bulletin forecasts generally fair weather, with some cloudy spells, until midday Tuesday. However, thunderstorms are expected in several southern regions, while temperatures could reach 40°C elsewhere.
Justice Minister and Keeper of the Seals Me Moussa Sarr met with stakeholders involved in the statutory reclassification of court clerks on Monday, 31 August. On that occasion, he reiterated his commitment to reaching an agreement.
In a strongly worded post, Aldiouma Sow takes aim at Ousmane Sonko over the economic and financial difficulties he attributes to Senegal. He notably refers to the Amending Finance Act, debt and relations between the executive and the National Assembly.
Senegalese and German parliamentarians have strengthened their dialogue on defence and regional stability issues. MP Ibou Gueye was identified as chair of the Assembly’s Defence and Security Committee.
KIIRAAY leader Papa Ibrahima Senghor travelled to Kaolack over the weekend to meet local residents and hear their concerns. He announced that the initiative would continue as early as next weekend.
In a report on transfer market developments, Wiwsport mentions Ismaïla Sarr as waiting for Liverpool. The outlet also reports interest from Manchester City and Arsenal in Iliman Ndiaye.
The Management Board of the Press Support and Development Fund (FADP) has noted a low number of applications. Media outlets are being urged to speed up their procedures before the September 15 deadline.
Donald Trump said on Friday that he had reached an agreement with Venezuela to obtain 65 billion barrels of oil. Washington is expected to rely on Alejandro Betancourt, a businessman whose fortune is linked to Chavismo, as an intermediary.
A mutiny in Niger is a new test for the military authorities in power, according to an analysis published by BBC Afrique. The information provided does not specify the circumstances or consequences of the episode.
Khadre spokesperson Khalifa Kounta explained that his name refers to Serigne Babacar Sy, a former general khalife of the Tidianes. Born in Tivaouane, he says he owes the name to his grandmother, Sokha Marième Kounta, the wife of Serigne Babacar Sy.
The Thiès District Court acquitted a driver prosecuted over the alleged theft of two mobile phones from a private residence. The court gave him the benefit of the doubt, despite reports that the devices were found in his pockets.
The Senegalese government has called for sustainable funding for marine protected areas. The call was reported by PressAfrik on August 31, 2026.
Karim Benzema is no longer under contract with Al-Hilal. His departure was announced as official by Seneweb, while SO FOOT reports that the striker is now a free agent.
Participants in Ethiopia’s national dialogue have broadly backed a constitutional reform that would merge the roles of prime minister and president. The proposal would pave the way for an executive presidency with enhanced powers.
A video shared on social media suggested that President Bassirou Diomaye Faye had refused to greet Dakar Mayor Abass Fall. The mayor says this was not the case and calls for political rivalry not to be confused with courtesy and respect.
Rain accompanied by thunderstorms is forecast in the evening and overnight in southern Senegal, with possible extension to several localities in central parts of the country. Bakel could record the highest maximum temperature, at 40°C.
Amid rising living costs, the citizen-led ‘30 Days for Fair Prices’ initiative is gaining traction on social media. Its organisers are planning targeted boycotts, public denunciations and a peaceful march to defend consumers’ purchasing power.
Liverpool have reportedly had two bids for Ismaïla Sarr rejected by Crystal Palace. According to information reported by Senego, the London club are now asking for £75 million, or around €88 million, for the Senegalese winger.