Senegal's President Faye has announced the formation of a new political party, formalizing his split from the anti-establishment movement PASTEF, which he once co-led with Mr. Sonko.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to discuss Türkiye-Senegal relations, trade, defense, and regional issues.

Senegal's President Faye has launched a new political party, a move that further deepens the political split with his former ally Sonko.

Senegal's famous Pink Lake is slowly regaining its vibrant color and supporting its crucial salt trade, four years after severe flooding nearly destroyed its delicate ecosystem and the local economy.

Senegal's new President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has announced his country's support for former president Macky Sall's candidacy for the position of United Nations Secretary-General.

Present and former female parliamentarians, ministers, civil society leaders, and regional stakeholders from across West Africa have issued a declaration demanding urgent action against violence targeting women and girls.

West African nations have approved a $25 billion plan for a 6,000km gas pipeline, set to run along the Atlantic coast of 14 countries and begin construction in 2028.

Senegal's President Diomaye Faye has been elected as the new chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). He will now lead the regional bloc in its efforts to promote economic integration and cooperation.

The World Cup has underscored why Manchester City is prepared to invest heavily in strengthening its midfield, with the club reportedly taking a close interest in PSG and Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye. Meanwhile, Harry Kane expressed uncertainty about his participation in the 2030 World Cup for England.

West African women parliamentarians are pushing for stronger action against gender-based violence, urging parliaments to prioritize gender-responsive budgets. A Kenyan advocate emphasized the importance of these budgets in the fight against violence targeting women and girls.

A report indicates that by 2030, half of all Latin American cocaine consumed in Europe will pass through West Africa, with Dakar, Senegal, identified as a crucial port. The region is also seeing a rise in the use of more dangerous synthetic drugs.

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has launched a new political party, formalizing his split with former ally Ousmane Sonko, a move expected to reshape the country's political landscape after months of tension.

The Italian Ambassador to Senegal spoke at the first meeting of the National Steering Committee for the Parel/F project, an Italian-funded initiative to strengthen women's and girls' leadership.

The Senegalese capital of Dakar is set to host the 2026 Youth Olympics, marking a "monumental" and historic moment as the first African city to host an Olympic event.

Senegal's iconic Pink Lake is reportedly regaining its vibrant color, a development expected to further boost its appeal to tourists, with the site already attracting thousands of visitors annually.

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has taken over the leadership of ECOWAS, the Economic Community of West African States.

Scientists have rediscovered a vibrant coral reef off West Africa, thriving with diverse fish and coral species, after it was presumed extinct and marked as dead in the 1960s. Underwater drones found this remarkable mesophotic coral ecosystem.

Dakar, Senegal, is experiencing a surge in surfing popularity, with its Atlantic coast producing a new generation of young champions who view the sport as both a path to success and a way of life, attracting surfers globally.

Modou Fall, known as 'plastic man,' is using an unusual approach to highlight the major environmental challenge of plastic waste in Senegal, walking through cities wearing an eye-catching costume.

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has launched a new political party named Kiiraay, following a public disagreement with his former mentor and ex-prime minister, Ousmane Sonko.

Dakar 2026 chief organiser Ibrahima Wade stated that Senegal is ready to host the Youth Olympic Games, with venues nearing completion and public enthusiasm growing for the event starting October 31.

Former Senegalese president Macky Sall has vowed to restore trust in the United Nations and enhance its responsiveness as he campaigns to become the first African to lead the global body in nearly three decades.

Reports indicate that Hervé Renard's future as a football coach is being discussed among four national teams, including Senegal and Algeria.

The Italian Ambassador to Senegal, Michele Tommasi, attended the opening ceremony of the Gorée School 2026, an initiative focused on training, dignity, inclusion, and innovation in Senegal, funded by Italian Cooperation.

The Senegalese government has reversed its stance, announcing it will now support former president Macky Sall's candidacy to succeed UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres when his term concludes.

West African leaders have appointed Senegal's former defence minister, General Birame Diop, to head the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, bringing a military figure with extensive UN peacekeeping experience to the role.

Senegal's former president Macky Sall returned home for the first time since leaving office, a visit linked to his campaign to become the next UN secretary-general, though opponents criticize the violence that marked his final months in power.

Scientists have determined that climate change has made extreme rainfall in West Africa five times more likely, following recent floods that killed nearly 100 people.