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At the installation ceremony of the village chief of Saldé, Cheikh Tidiane Gadio spoke out against political projections he considers premature ahead of 2029. The former foreign minister expressed this position during the ceremony.
American artist of Senegalese origin Lucius Ybe has been named ambassador for the Casa Awards 2026. The ceremony is scheduled for September 5, 2026, in Casamance.
Senegal’s Lions took the lead against Mali at half-time in their 2027 World Cup-related match. The score was 46-30 at the break.
Niagha Mayor Dr Idrissa Baldé has called for an end to positioning disputes within the presidential party, according to PressAfrik.
Authorities have reported 52 people injured in Myla, near Kyiv, two days after an ammunition depot was bombed. The announced toll keeps the death toll at 38 and cites around 300 damaged buildings in the area.