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Known in Senegal by the nickname “White Lion”, Juan Francisco Espino Dieppa made his mark in traditional wrestling before continuing his career in MMA all the way to the UFC. The former Canarian fighter now works in real estate while remaining involved in wrestling in his country.
In an analysis reported by PressAfrik, Khaly Adama Ndour examines the crisis of values in education and society. He calls for the role of social issues to be reconsidered in the age of “superintelligences”.
Ahead of the annual Ndiassane Gamou, the Minister of Water and Sanitation, Cheikh Tidiane Dièye, met with the General Khalife, Cheikh Bouh Sidy Moctar Kounta. Discussions focused on the needs of the religious town, with additional resources announced to support the event.
Fires described as unprecedentedly violent have hit mountainous and coastal areas of Jijel and Béjaïa in Algeria. Le Monde reports hundreds of victims and a highly restrained response from the authorities.
A week after the deadly landslide in Conakry, Mamadi Doumbouya visited the scene of the disaster. Guinean authorities report at least 34 deaths and have announced measures to prevent such a catastrophe from happening again.
Lionel Messi announced on 31 August 2026 that he was ending his international career with Argentina. A finalist at the 2026 World Cup, the forward said he made the decision after long consideration.
According to Seneweb, Mimi Touré spoke about the male and family support figures who may have contributed to her political success. The available information does not specify the context or detailed content of her remarks.
Nobel Mendy experienced fatigue, according to his Hull City coach Sergej Jakirović. The manager attributed it in particular to the player’s lack of a pre-season with the club.
UGB and Disso will meet in the women’s Senegal Handball Cup final. In the men’s draw, Stade de Mbour will face US Rail for the trophy.
The Minister of Employment, Vocational and Technical Training, Idrissa Samb, presented the Daara-Atelier project to the General Khalife of Fayda Tidjania, Cheikh Mouhamadou Mahi Niass. The programme provides training in several trades for young talibés.
The Mawade Wade Stadium in Saint-Louis hosted the regional football championship finals this weekend. SAF and Almamy were crowned champions, according to Leral.
A United Nations committee is advocating comprehensive reparations for victims of the transatlantic slave trade. France is among the countries concerned by this call for reparative justice.
Jordan Bardella raised the possibility of penalising the wearing of the veil in public spaces with a fine. However, the president of the National Rally said the measure would be put to a referendum on what he calls “Islamist ideology”, should Marine Le Pen become president.
Jean-François Leroy, who founded the international photojournalism festival Visa pour l’image, died of cancer on Monday morning. His death comes during the event’s 38th edition.
Algeria sent combat aircraft to Niger on Sunday, a day after a mutiny against the ruling junta was thwarted in Niamey. According to a defence and security specialist cited by France 24, the deployment is intended in particular to prevent potential attacks and demonstrate support for the Nigerien authorities.
The municipality of Bignona has provided an in-kind grant to ASCs qualified for the 2026 departmental stages. The assistance is intended to ease expenses related to team gatherings.
Karim Benzema is no longer under contract with Al Hilal, the Saudi club announced on 31 August 2026. At 38, the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner is now free to join the team of his choice.
According to Leral, 15 Senegalese migrants spent seven days at sea following an engine failure. The case has been raised in connection with efforts to combat irregular migration in Rosso.
Following Moody’s downgrade of Senegal’s sovereign rating, Seydi Gassama has blamed the management of public finances under the previous administration. He is calling on institutions to act jointly in response to the debt crisis.
Estonia is joining the European push for a safer digital environment for young people. The country is betting on prevention rather than a blanket ban on social media.
Senegal and Mauritania devoted an inter-state workshop in Dakar on 27 and 28 August to the Cross-Border Marine Conservation Area project. The work resulted in a one-year roadmap and envisages a joint technical committee.
Pathé Ciss is expected to play in Monday night’s match between Rayo Vallecano and FC Barcelona, according to Wiwsport. The game is part of the third La Liga matchday and will be played at Camp Nou, Benin Web TV reports.
Prof. Moussa Seydi has announced the end of plans to establish the Health and Research Organization (HeRO) foundation, which was intended in particular to support the Infectious and Tropical Diseases Department at Fann Hospital. The head physician of the SMIT cites bureaucratic inertia, while saying he intends to continue concrete actions in support of the department.
The price of local onions is rising in Thiès, according to information reported by PressAfrik. Producers cite storage costs as the cause.