Supplementary Finance Bill: File Returned to Government, Leral Says
The supplementary finance bill submitted to the National Assembly was not examined as planned, Leral reports. The outlet says the file was returned to the government.
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Dieyna Baldé says she wants to speak out about her dispute with Mia Guissé
In a story post, Dieyna Baldé said her friendship with Mia Guissé had ended. The singer announced that she would speak on her platforms about what she describes as the source of the dispute.
After Moody’s downgrade, FPRS And Liggey calls for financial talks
FPRS And Liggey is calling for inclusive financial talks following Moody’s downgrade of Senegal’s sovereign rating from Caa1 to Caa2, with a negative outlook. The party also calls for greater budget transparency and a national recovery plan.
Madagascar: Sakalava celebrate fitampoha with King Toera’s skull
The Sakalava people are holding the fitampoha in Madagascar this week, a ritual bathing ceremony for royal relics. The 2026 edition marks the return of King Toera’s skull among these relics, 128 years after its absence.
Pikine Technopole double murder: Nabou Lèye maintains denials before judge
Requestioned in the investigation into the deaths of Aziz Dabala and Waly Gano, Nabou Lèye again denied any involvement. According to information reported by Les Échos, her phone’s geolocation data and DNA analysis would not place her at the crime scene.
PressAfrik announces live coverage on rising prices, the Health Ministry and Sokhna Aïda
PressAfrik has posted content presented as live coverage, with a headline referring to soaring prices, an issue involving the Ministry of Health and Sokhna Aïda’s visit. However, the available excerpt provides no details on these various points.
Off Dakhla, 201 migration candidates intercepted, including 18 Senegalese
A boat that left Gambia and was heading for the Canary Islands was intercepted 185 kilometres southwest of Dakhla by the Royal Moroccan Navy. Authorities reported that 201 people were on board, including 18 Senegalese nationals.
Amended Finance Bill: Assembly reportedly sends file back to government
The file on the first amended finance bill was reportedly returned to the government by the National Assembly, according to information reported by Dakaractu, citing Les Échos. The return was reportedly linked to an issue concerning parliamentary referral, with no review date known at this stage.
AEE Power EPC refuses further questioning in Dakar, cites Spanish investigation
AEE Power EPC’s defence says some company executives will not comply with further summonses in Senegal over matters it believes are already being examined by the Spanish courts. The case notably concerns an ASER rural electrification project and is the subject of proceedings in both countries.
Kenya: Strike disrupts traffic at several airports
Industrial action involving air traffic controllers and other sector employees disrupted operations at several Kenyan airports. In Nairobi and Mombasa, flights were delayed or rescheduled, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded.
In Lesotho, more men are training as midwives
In Lesotho, a growing number of men are choosing to train as midwives. Their presence is helping provide care in rural clinics facing staff shortages and reduce perinatal mortality.
Chinese national dies in Dakar after armed attack near Kéniéba
A Chinese national injured in an attack on a gold-panning site in Mali’s Kéniéba region has died at Dakar’s Hôpital Principal, according to information reported by Dakaractu. Other victims were evacuated to the Senegalese capital after a journey of more than 13 hours.
Lansar Auto case: Mahamadane Sarr files 12th request for provisional release
Held in pretrial detention for 20 months in proceedings involving, among other allegations, financial offences, Mahamadane Sarr is awaiting a decision on a new request for provisional release. His defence challenges the pace of the investigation and is seeking details about seized vehicles.
Russia says it helped repel attempted coup in Niger
Russia says it helped repel an attempted coup in Niger, according to a BBC Afrique report. The information provided does not specify the circumstances of the attack or the nature of the assistance mentioned.
Moody’s: Babacar Ba criticises downgrade amid IMF negotiations
In an op-ed carried by Leral, Babacar Ba of the Forum du justiciable responds to a downgrade attributed to Moody’s. He places it in the context of Senegal’s negotiations for a new programme with the IMF.
Weather: Risk of rain and thunderstorms in 29 localities across Senegal on Monday
Rain is possible before 8 p.m. on Monday, August 31, 2026, in 29 Senegalese localities, including Dakar. The South and South-East show the most favourable conditions, with locally heavy rainfall possible.
Ligue 1: Monaco beat Marseille 2-0 to take the lead
AS Monaco beat Olympique de Marseille 2-0 on the second matchday of Ligue 1. Led by Paris Brunner, the Monaco club have six points and move top of the table.
Fatma Diouf Samoura appointed chair of Seed Project’s board of directors
Former FIFA Secretary General Fatma Diouf Samoura has taken over as chair of Seed Project’s board of directors. The sports and education academy based in Thiès plans to draw on her experience to strengthen its governance and expand its work for African youth.
Ceuta: Pedro Sánchez accuses Russia and Israel of spreading false information
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said that Russia and Israel had spread and amplified false information about the mass arrival of migrants in Ceuta the previous month. The accusation concerns the Spanish enclave in North Africa.
Death of Cheikhna Cheikh Saadbou Aïdara: Bassirou Diomaye Faye offers condolences
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has reacted to the death of Cheikhna Cheikh Saadbou Aïdara, described as a leading figure in the Khadre community. He extended his condolences to the deceased’s family and to followers of the community in Senegal and Mauritania.
Dakar 2026: First Olympic sports event to be held in Africa
Senegal will host the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games from October 31 to November 13. The event will mark the first time an Olympic sports competition is held on the African continent.
Ceuta crisis: Pedro Sánchez rules out involvement by Moroccan authorities
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has ruled out any involvement by Moroccan authorities in the Ceuta crisis. The crossing has left at least 91 people dead according to official figures, while Moroccan NGOs put the death toll higher.
Death of Cheikh Saad Bouh Ould Cheikh Mouhamed Takhiyoullah, former Khalif of the Khadres
Cheikh Saad Bouh Ould Cheikh Mouhamed Takhiyoullah, the ninth Khalif of the family of Cheikhna Cheikh Saad Bouh, has died in Dakar at the age of 96. He is to be buried in Nimzatt, Mauritania.
Transfer market: Juventus and Tottenham agree deal for Pape Matar Sarr
Juventus and Tottenham have reached an agreement for the transfer of Pape Matar Sarr, according to a report by Senego attributed to journalist Fabrizio Romano. The Senegalese midfielder is set to join the Italian club on loan with a conditional purchase option.