News as at
April 11, 2026, 8:01 am
A Decade of Unresolved Climate Displacement
- [HRW] Dakar -- Develop National Planned Relocation Policy
Black Starlets Draw Senegal, Algeria in 2026 U17 Afcon
- [Ghanaian Times] The Black Starlets have been drawn in a challenging Group D for the 21st edition of the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations following the official draw held at the headquarters of the Confederation of African Football in Cairo yesterday.
CAF Appeals Committee Vice President Contests Sanction Against Senegal
- [The Point] Vice-president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Appeals Committee, Faustino Varela Monteiro, has spoken and contested the sanction imposed by his own body against Senegal.
Nigeria Opposes Macky Sall's Bid for UN Top Job, Gives Reasons
- [Premium Times] Nigeria clarified that its objection is not directed at Mr Sall personally or at Senegal.
All of Africa Today - April 6, 2026
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Mckinstry Switches Attention to Afcon Qualifiers After Senegal Clash
- [The Point] Head coach of The Gambia senior national team, Jonathan Mckinstry, will now shift his attention to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after the Scorpions international friendly match against Senegal.
Senegal Embassy in Banjul Celebrates 66 Years of Nationhood
- [The Point] The Senegalese Embassy in Banjul celebrated Senegal's 66 years of nationhood on April 4, 2026, with cabinet ministers from The Gambia and other dignitaries in attendance. This celebration marks Senegal's Independence Day, commemorating its independence from France in 1960
Morocco-Senegal - the Scandal Behind the Scenes Revealed
- [Liberian Observer] The article explains that although Senegal physically won the Cup on the pitch, the title has not yet been officially validated by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Morocco continues to challenge the events, and new information suggests that the Senegalese version of the facts could be questioned.
Senegal Bans Ministers From Foreign Travel
- [Leadership] Government ministers in Senegal have been banned from all non-essential foreign travel following the rise in the price of oil resulting from the conflict in Iran, the prime minister has announced.
All of Africa Today - April 1, 2026
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Senegal Doubles Jail Terms for Same-Sex Relations Amid Crackdown
- [RFI] Senegal has enacted a new law that doubles prison sentences for same-sex relations and extends penalties to those accused of promoting homosexuality. The move has drawn strong international criticism while reflecting broad political support at home.
New Media Regulator Law Raises Press Freedom Concerns
- [MFWA] Senegal's National Assembly on March 3, 2026, adopted a new law establishing the National Media Regulatory Council (CNRM), marking a significant shift in the country's media governance framework. The reform seeks to update regulation in response to the rapid expansion of digital platforms, social media, and emerging challenges such as disinformation and artificial intelligence.
France Held Responsible for Concealing 1944 African Colonial Soldier's Death
- [RFI] A French administrative court has ruled that the state was at fault for failing to properly investigate the death of an African rifleman killed in the 1944 Thiaroye massacre in Senegal, when the French army opened fire on its colonial troops who were demanding their pay.
Motsepe Will Respect Court's Ruling On Senegal's Afcon Title
- [Scrolla] Senegal beat hosts Morocco 1-0 in the Afcon final but lost their title after Morocco appealed the result to CAF. CAF president Patrice Motsepe says he will follow whatever the Court of Arbitration for Sport decides on Senegal's title appeal.
CAF's Senegal Decision Exposes a Deeper Crisis in African Football
- [allAfrica] By any reasonable standard, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) decision to penalize Senegal for their walkout is not just controversial--it is emblematic of a deeper institutional failure that African football can no longer afford to ignore.
S&P Downgrades Senegal Deeper Into Junk As Debt Risks Rise
- [Daba Finance] S&P Global Ratings downgraded Senegal's local currency rating to CCC+/C from B-/B and affirmed its foreign currency rating at CCC+/C, with a negative outlook, citing rising risks linked to debt financing.
15 Young Journalists to Particpate in IOC Young Reporters Programme in Dakar
- [The Point] Fifteen (15) aspiring sports journalists across the world have been selected to participate in the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Young Reporters Programme during the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
Lawmaker Urges President Barrow to Act On Casamance Conflict As Shells Land in Gambia
- [Foroyaa] Almameh Gibba, the National Assembly member for Foni Kansala in the West Coast Region has called for urgent government intervention to halt escalating cross-border violence from Senegal's Casamance region, warning that civilians in border communities are being displaced and exposed to gunfire.
The CAF Decision On Senegal
- [This Day] CAF's decision to award Morocco the 2025 AFCON trophy is unfortunate
Gambian Man Reportedly Wounded, Horse Shot Dead By Senegalese Officer
- [The Point] Ngum Bajan, a native of Njoben village in the Lower Fulladou West District of the Central River Region, was reportedly injured after a Senegalese forestry officer allegedly opened fire on him, killing his horse instantly.
CAF Faces Pressure As Guinea Contests Morocco's 1976 Afcon Win
- [Vanguard] The Guinea Football Federation has urged the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to review the 1976 AFCON outcome, citing Morocco's walkout and a recent ruling against Senegal.
Bank of Africa Senegal Net Profit Rises 10% to 21.9b Xof in 2025
- [Daba Finance] Bank of Africa Senegal, a unit of Morocco's BMCE Group, posted a net profit of 21.9 billion XOF ($38.5 million) for the year ended December 31, 2025, up 10% from 19.98 billion XOF ($35.1 million) in 2024, according to audited financial statements certified by Forvis Mazars and Eureka Audit & Conseils.
Oil Price Surge Is Hurting African Economies - Scholars in Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal and South Africa Take Stock
- [The Conversation Africa] The attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, which started on 28 February 2026, upended key supply chains, driving oil prices above US$100 a barrel. The spike followed Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz in response to the US and Israeli action. About 20% of the world's oil supplies are transported through the strait.
Senegal - TV Host Jailed for Reposting Caricature of President On Facebook
- [MFWA] Daouda Ndiaye, also known as Daouda Wally, a journalist with Feeling Dakar TV, was sentenced on March 16, 2026, to two months' imprisonment and a fine of 100,000 CFA francs (about USD 170) for offending the President of the Republic. His conviction follows the publication of a caricature of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, which authorities deemed disrespectful.
George Weah Faults CAF On Decision to Strip Senegal
- [This Day] Former Ballon d'Or winner and three-time African Player of the Year, George Manneh Weah, Sr, has faulted CAF's decision to strip Senegal the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations the Teranga Lions won in Rabat last January.
Mukazayire Meets Senegal President On Tour to Rally Support for Mushikiwabo's Francophonie Bid
- [New Times] The Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, on Monday, March 18, met with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, delivering a message from President Paul Kagame.
Mané Blasts Corruption in African Football
- [Nile Post] Senegal forward Sadio Mané has criticised African football leadership after the Confederation of African Football (Caf) stripped Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) title.
Senegal Stripped of Title - Afcon Ruling Is Lawful, but It Puts CAF's Reputation At Risk
- [The Conversation Africa] The appeals board of African football's ruling body, the Confederation of African Football (Caf), on 17 March overturned the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) final. Afcon is the continent's biggest tournament.
AFCON 2025 - Motsepe 'Deeply Disappointed' As Senegal Stripped of Title
- [Leadership] CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe has issued a "concise but firm" response following the dramatic verdict on the AFCON Morocco 2025 final between Morocco and Senegal.
