Aigles de la Médina beat Determine Girls to reach semi-finals
Aigles de la Médina defeated Determine Girls 1-0 in the Women’s Champions League qualifying tournament. The victory secured their place in the semi-finals.
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France seeks to tie part of its aid to the fight against illegal immigration to Mayotte
Paris plans to make development aid to seven African countries conditional on their participation in efforts to combat illegal immigration to Mayotte, according to TV5MONDE.
Deauville: Court Rebukes Town Hall Over Removal of Gaza Photograph
Deauville’s municipal authorities have been rebuked by the courts after removing a Gaza-related photograph from a festival dedicated to the values of sport. The image was due to be displayed in a public space for three months.
Floods in Nepal and Tibet: 939 dead, search continues
Five days after floods struck Nepal and Tibet, rescue teams are continuing their operations in the hope of finding survivors. The death toll has now reached 939.
France: Former Prime Minister Édouard Balladur dies aged 97
Édouard Balladur, the former French prime minister, has died at the age of 97. A leading figure of the Fifth Republic, he notably headed the government in 1993 and ran in the 1995 presidential election.
Controversy in Touba: Modou Bara Dolly points to Serigne Sidy Abdou Lahat Mbacké’s entourage
Sokhna Aïda Diallo’s visit to Touba continues to draw reactions. Serigne Modou Bara Dolly Mbacké has defended Serigne Sidy Abdou Lahat Mbacké, attributing the controversy to people in his entourage.
“100% AI” explores a social network for healthcare professionals
The programme “100% AI” looks at a social network designed to connect doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. It also examines the challenges of artificial intelligence and Big Data in Africa, as well as the Claude Code tool.
Dormant accounts: Cheikh Ahmed Tidiane Ba calls for preventing confusion
Cheikh Ahmed Tidiane Ba spoke out on the issue of dormant accounts. He stressed the importance of trust in order to avoid future difficulties.
Vélingara: Dispute Over a Chicken Ends in Family Tragedy in Dialakha
A family tragedy was reported in Dialakha, in the Vélingara area, following a dispute over a chicken. Available information does not specify the exact circumstances or the outcome of the case.
In the DRC, opposition rejects consultations announced by Félix Tshisekedi
Félix Tshisekedi’s plan for a national dialogue is already causing a clear political divide in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The C64 opposition coalition and supporters of Joseph Kabila oppose the announced consultations, while the presidential majority backs the initiative.
Niger: Calm returns to Niamey after foiled mutiny
Calm has returned to Niamey after a night from Friday to Saturday marked by a mutiny foiled by the military regime. Paramilitaries from Africa Corps, described as Russian allies, toured the capital.
Makhtar Cissé calls for greater efficiency at the Directorate for File Autonomy
During a working visit to the Directorate for File Autonomy on 31 August 2026, Interior and Public Security Minister Mouhamadou Makhtar Cissé stressed operational efficiency and service quality. He also spoke with staff about their working conditions and concerns.
In Ziguinchor, union members call for an incinerator and renovation of Hôpital de la Paix
Health union members have made demands concerning Ziguinchor’s Hôpital de la Paix. They are calling in particular for an incinerator to be installed and for the facility to be renovated.
Rennes: Boulaye Dia talks progressing, according to Seneweb
Seneweb reports positive developments in the matter linking Boulaye Dia with Stade Rennais. The available information does not specify the nature of the discussions or their outcome.
Seydi Gassama warns of a “debt crisis” in Senegal
Seydi Gassama believes Senegal is not facing an institutional crisis. Instead, he highlights the seriousness of a debt-related crisis.
Washington sanctions Senegalese magistrate Abdoulaye Seye, Dakar voices concern
The United States has added Abdoulaye Seye, a Senegalese legal officer at the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, to its sanctions list. The Senegalese government expressed deep concern and reaffirmed its commitment to the ICC’s independence.
Territorial elections: possible new postponement fuels debate
The possibility of postponing Senegal’s territorial elections is being discussed. According to Leral, the country has already seen five postponements of this vote since 1984, while a sixth is currently under discussion.
Keur Massar: Three JPS Officials Announce Departure from Pastef
Abdoul Aziz Sow, Cheikh Gning and Modou Mar, presented as officials of the Patriotic Youth of Senegal in Keur Massar, have announced their departure from Pastef. They are joining the presidential movement, according to Leral.
Assembly returns first supplementary budget bill of the year to government
The first supplementary budget bill of the year has been returned to the government by the Assembly. According to Leral, the move was prompted by a procedural issue.
Special Funds: Constitutional Council strikes down law governing them
Referred to by the President of the Republic, the Constitutional Council struck down the law governing special funds. According to information reported by Leral, the ruling found two violations of Article 82.
National Assembly: Dissolution Raised Following Ousmane Sonko’s Election
According to SeneNews, the election of Ousmane Sonko as President of the National Assembly, with 132 votes out of 165, may have heightened institutional tensions. The outlet considers a dissolution of the institution more plausible, while reporting no official decision.
Chérif Ndiaye ends international career with the Lions
Chérif Ndiaye has announced his retirement from international football with the Senegal national team. The decision comes after his participation in the 2026 AFCON, won by the Lions, and the 2026 World Cup.
Nicolas Jackson starts for Aston Villa against Arsenal
Nicolas Jackson starts against Arsenal in his first appearance for Aston Villa, according to Wiwsport. The Senegalese forward wears the No. 11 shirt.
Financing Senegal: Reflections on Mobilising Public Assets After Moody’s Rating Action
Following Moody’s downgrade of Senegal’s sovereign rating, an analysis relayed by EMedia calls for reducing reliance on borrowing. It highlights the value of public assets, national savings and long-term capital.