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Seneweb has announced an opening plenary as part of an extraordinary session devoted to the DPG. The available information does not specify the detailed agenda, participants or the full timetable for the proceedings.
Christian Gomis is leaving Schalke to join Tenerife on loan, according to a report published by Wiwsport. No details on the duration or terms of the deal have been specified in the available information.
Seneweb reports that Yankhoba Diémé issued clarifications following remarks described as controversial concerning Ousmane Sonko. The information available does not establish what he said or the circumstances of the controversy.
Ahead of the Gamou and Gamou-waat celebrations in Médina Baye, Akhlou Brick dedicates ‘Tidjani Barhama’ to Baye Niass. The track combines rap, the ‘Faydou Saani’ rhythm, a Hausa melody, zikr and choral vocals.
A Seneweb publication attributes a statement to Cheikh Tidiane Gadio saying that “the country is blocked by...”. However, the information provided does not make it possible to identify what he is referring to or the context in which he spoke.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in on 1 September 2026 after winning the 13 August presidential election. Official results gave him 60% of the vote, against 38% for his opponent Brian Mundubile, who is currently detained and charged with treason.
A Cameroonian woman was found dead at her home in Médina, according to SeneNews. Neighbours reportedly raised the alarm after a strong smell persisted in the building.
Former Lambaye mayor and former CICES director-general Cheikh Ndiaye has announced that he is joining Birima Mangara’s UDP-Kiiraay. During the political event, Birima Mangara also voiced concerns over the economic situation and put forward several reform proposals.
Gunfire was reported overnight from 28 to 29 August 2026 around the presidential palace and Niamey Air Base 101. A statement from Niger’s Defence Ministry, reproduced by Africa24 TV, described the events as a “show of discontent”. But no official casualty toll or complete public details about those involved appear in the available information.
The 143rd edition of the Ndiassane Gamou is being held on Tuesday in the holy city, where many worshippers are expected. A traditional ceremony is set to precede the religious celebration scheduled for the night.
Two reports published on September 1 point to a move involving Iliman Ndiaye and Manchester City. Seneweb says the Senegal international has completed his medical, while SO FOOT refers to a major deal without specifying the amount.
Around 60 Senegalese nationals, including children, arrived in Dakar after leaving South Africa. The operation has been described as a voluntary repatriation amid fears over violence targeting foreigners.
Seneweb reports the arrest of a man described as a businessman during Gamou. The outlet also refers to several complaints, although the information provided does not specify their nature, number or procedural status.
Ousmane Sonko said there were “no tensions or strains” with the executive, according to PressAfrik. The statement comes as the Senegalese Parliament opened its session on 1 September at the request of President Diomaye Faye.
An Ebola vaccination campaign has begun in Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo. The vaccine being used targets the Zaire strain, while the current outbreak has been attributed to the Bundibugyo strain.
In Médina Baye, water supply difficulties were reported during the gamou, according to Ascosen regional coordinator Abdou Badio. Ahead of Gamouwatt, which brings together large numbers of worshippers, he is calling for measures to prevent another shortage.
The second extraordinary session of the National Assembly for 2026 opened on 1 September with 106 MPs present, according to Senego. During the sitting, Ousmane Sonko disputed the existence of institutional tensions and said the Assembly intended to exercise its prerogatives.
On 1 September 2026, Wiwsport published a report describing Ibrahim Mbaye’s signing for Aston Villa as official. The available information does not specify the length of the deal or any other terms of the move.
According to an article published by Wiwsport, Chelsea have reportedly made a €45 million offer for Lamine Camara. The information provided does not specify the player's position or his club's stance on the proposal.
Media outlet Leral reports that Ousmane Sonko dismissed the existence of “discord” and “tension” surrounding the General Policy Statement (DPG). The information provided does not make it possible to specify the context of this statement or the timetable for the DPG.
The Autonomous Union of Doctors, Pharmacists and Dental Surgeons of Senegal plans a work stoppage on September 8 and 9. Minimum services and emergency care are to be maintained during the action.
On 1 September 2026, Dakaractu reported the opening of the year’s second extraordinary session at the National Assembly. Available information does not specify the agenda or the bills that may be considered.
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has offered his condolences following the death of Cheikh Mouhamadou Macky Ibrahima Niass, the younger brother of the Khalife General of Médina Baye. The religious leader died in Morocco, where he had been receiving medical treatment, according to Le Soleil.
From 1 September 2026, Ghana is enforcing a ban on exports of unrefined artisanal gold. The measure is part of a local processing strategy, but the profitability of existing refineries remains an issue raised by an expert cited by RFI.