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Bassirou Diomaye Faye is accelerating the structuring of his own political camp. According to the Senegalese press, the President of the Republic has entrusted Aminata Touré with the mission of leading the creation of his future political party. The former Prime Minister would thus take the lead of a task force responsible for defining the […]
In the aftermath of Senegal’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup against Belgium, Pape Gueye surprised everyone by announcing his decision to suspend his international career as long as coach Pape Thiaw remains in charge. The disappointment is immense on the Senegalese side. Having been eliminated early from the 2026 World Cup after a cruel […]
Upset by Belgium (3-2 after extra time) after leading by two goals with just a few minutes left, the Lions of Teranga left the 2026 World Cup in pain. In the aftermath of this disappointment, the Senegalese press points fingers at Pape Thiaw’s tactical choices. Senegal’s exit in the Round of 16 of the 2026 […]
The defeat of Senegal against Belgium (3-2) in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup has sparked numerous reactions. Among them is that of Moroccan international Mohamed Chibi, whose post on social media didn’t go unnoticed. Senegal’s elimination in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup continues to provoke reactions. After […]
With the cruel elimination of Senegal, who was overturned by Belgium (3-2) in the round of 16, Africa now only has five representatives at the 2026 World Cup. Senegal came very close to a stunning achievement. Facing Belgium in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, the Lions of Teranga squandered a two-goal […]
Belgium and Senegal meet this Wednesday at Lumen Field in Seattle for a Round of 16 match in the 2026 World Cup. The Red Devils, full of confidence, face the Teranga Lions without their goalkeeper Édouard Mendy. Discover the official line-ups of both teams. Belgium and Senegal clash this Wednesday evening at Lumen Field in […]
On June 29, the National Assembly of Senegal, presided over by Ousmane Sonko, took a decisive step by adopting the constitutional revision bill. While this text, which will be submitted to a referendum, was presented as a pillar of transparency and balance of power, the heated debates in the plenary session revealed deep fissures within […]
For their round of 16 match in the 2026 World Cup against Belgium, Senegal will have to manage without Édouard Mendy, who is injured in the knee. Pape Thiaw confirmed the absence of his starting goalkeeper and announced the starting position for Mory Diaw. Senegal will have to do without their usual last line of […]
The examination of the bill for the revision of the Constitution turned into an incident this Monday, June 29, 2026, at the National Assembly of Senegal. A heated altercation occurred between opposition deputy Abdou Mbow and the majority before he was removed by parliamentary security forces. The examination of the bill for the revision of […]
In Senegal, the constitutional reform led by Pastef opens up much more than a legal debate. Behind the announced overhaul of institutions lies a power struggle between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko, former allies who have become rival poles within the same regime. With a weakened presidency, a conquering Parliament, and the horizon of […]
Cape Verde, Senegal, and Ghana have secured their qualification for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. They join Egypt, Morocco, South Africa, and Ivory Coast among the African representatives qualified for the knockout phase. Seven of the ten African teams participating in the 2026 World Cup have now confirmed their qualification for the […]
Beaten by Norway (3-2), Senegal finds itself in serious difficulty in the race for qualification for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. Scoring twice, Ismaïla Sarr nonetheless calls for mobilization ahead of the crucial final match against Iraq. The Senegalese winger, Ismaïla Sarr, expressed his frustration after the loss suffered by the Lions […]
Beaten in their first two outings, Senegal and Iraq are playing for survival in the competition. Their direct confrontation, scheduled in Toronto, will determine which of the two will remain in the hunt for a possible qualification among the best third-placed teams. Senegal and Iraq have not yet said goodbye to the 2026 World Cup, […]
Senegal is having a World Cup 2026 start that is far from expectations. After losing to France in their opening match and then being overturned by Norway in a spectacular game, the Lions of Teranga have yet to score a single point in Group I. Before their last match against Iraq on June 26 in […]
El Malick Ndiaye has been elected the first vice-president of the Senegalese National Assembly after stepping down from the presidency to allow Ousmane Sonko to take the lead of the institution. This return to the top of the parliamentary bureau comes amid an internal reshuffle within Pastef, following a political break between Sonko and President […]
At the end of May 2026, the Senegalese political scene was marked by a significant reshuffling at the top of the state. The dismissal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye ended a political sequence built around a duo that had long been presented as inseparable. The appointment of Ousmane Sonko to […]
Beaten by France in their opener at the 2026 World Cup, Senegal missed a chance to start strong in the competition. After the match, Kalidou Koulibaly provided a clear analysis of the Lions’ performance, filled with regrets, frustration, and a call for remobilization ahead of the next match against Norway. Senegal hoped to kick off […]
Two years after bringing Bassirou Diomaye Faye to power, the phrase “Sonko is Diomaye” now belongs to the past. The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko from the Prime Minister’s office on May 22, 2026, marked the break between the two former struggle companions and opened a new political chapter in Senegal. The night of March 14, […]
Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed Abdoul Madjib Guèye as the head of the Court of Auditors of Senegal. A career financial magistrate, he has been with the institution since 1999, taking control of a strategic jurisdiction in a context marked by revelations about undisclosed debt and strong expectations for transparency in public finances. The Senegalese […]
Prestigious poster for the Blues’ debut at the 2026 World Cup. France challenges Senegal in a highly anticipated clash in Group I, featuring an ambitious Tricolore team and the Lions of Teranga backed by an experienced attacking trio. Discover the official lineups of both teams. The 2026 World Cup continues this Tuesday with the much-anticipated […]
Images of players from the Senegal national team undergoing security checks on the tarmac of an American airport sparked numerous reactions on social media. Some users presented it as an embarrassment inflicted on the Lions of Teranga upon their arrival in Texas, but the Senegalese Football Federation ultimately provided context for the scene. The viral […]
When asked about the France-Senegal match in the 2026 World Cup, Ousmane Sonko provided an answer that goes far beyond football. For the president of the Senegalese National Assembly, “regardless of the winner, it’s Africa that will have beaten Africa.” This expression carries dual significance, both sporting and political, through which the leader of Pastef […]
For the first time, Ousmane Sonko publicly spoke about the possibility of excluding President Bassirou Diomaye Faye from Pastef. While not completely ruling out this scenario, the party president assures that no procedure is currently being considered and that only the party’s leadership can decide. The possibility of excluding Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye from […]
In an interview with France 24 and RFI in Dakar, Ousmane Sonko assures that there will be no break with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, despite the differences that have arisen since his dismissal from the position of Prime Minister. Now President of the National Assembly, the leader of Pastef claims he wants to fully play […]
