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Senegal Challenges AFCON Final Decision at CAS, Seeks Overturn of Morocco Victory

The Senegalese Football Federation has filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), contesting the decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to award Morocco a…

Africa News Now March 25, 2026

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Over 70 Dead, Dozens Missing After Migrant Boat Capsizes Off Mauritania

The Gambian government has confirmed that at least 70 bodies have been recovered after a wooden fishing vessel carrying around 150 West African migrants capsized off the coast of Mauritania…

Africa News Now September 1, 2025

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Trump Hosts West African Leaders for First Post-Reelection U.S.-Africa Mini-Summit

In a bid to revitalize U.S.-Africa relations, President Donald Trump is hosting a high-level mini-summit in Washington, D.C., this week with leaders from Senegal, Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, and Gabon. The…

Africa News Now July 9, 2025

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Trump to Host Five African Leaders in July to Deepen Trade Ties Amid Shift in U.S. Africa Policy

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to host the leaders of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal from July 9 to 11, as part of a renewed push to strengthen…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

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Ghana Demands Swift Action on Long-Delayed ECO Currency at West Africa Summit

Ghana has renewed calls for urgent and time-bound steps to implement the long-delayed ECO single currency project, as frustrations mount over stalled progress on regional monetary integration. Speaking at the…

Africa News Now June 23, 2025

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Côte d’Ivoire Grants $126 Million Loan to Senegal in Rare Regional Bailout

In an unprecedented show of financial solidarity within West Africa’s Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), Côte d’Ivoire has extended a loan of nearly 77 billion CFA francs (approximately $126 million)…

Africa News Now June 16, 2025

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China Reaffirms Support for Africa at Hunan Cooperation Forum

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to deepening ties with Africa, pledging continued support for infrastructure, trade, and modernization projects across the continent. The announcement came during…

Africa News Now June 11, 2025

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Congo and Senegal Deepen Economic and Diplomatic Ties During PM Makosso’s Official Visit

The Republic of Congo and Senegal have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic cooperation as Congolese Prime Minister Anatole Collinet Makosso begins a five-day official visit to Dakar.…

Africa News Now June 11, 2025

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Senegal to Launch Major Phosphate Hub in Matam to Boost Agriculture, Industry, and Jobs

Senegal is preparing to launch a major phosphate processing complex in the northeastern region of Matam, a move aimed at accelerating agricultural self-sufficiency, industrialization, and youth employment. The announcement was…

Africa News Now May 19, 2025

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Senegal’s Extractive Revenues Top $391 Million in H1 2024, With Strong Mining and Hydrocarbon Growth

Senegal’s Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (CN-ITIE) has reported revenues of 236.59 billion CFA francs (~$391.49 million USD) from the country’s extractive sector during the first half of 2024, with 225.49…

Africa News Now May 6, 2025

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Senegal and Gabon Forge Strategic Alliance to Redefine Regional Cooperation in Africa

In a significant shift toward pan-African diplomacy, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Gabonese transitional leader General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema have launched a strategic partnership aimed at overhauling traditional…

Africa News Now May 5, 2025