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Senegal opposition politician handed light sentence, still viable for presidency

Senegal's leading opposition politician and presidential aspirant Ousmane Sonko on Thursday received a two-month suspended prison sentence for libel in a case involving the tourism minister, the minister's lawyer El Hadji Diouf said.

Reuters

Senegal’s Ousmane Sonko given two-month suspended term for libel

Opposition leader found guilty of defaming Tourism Minister Mame Mbaye Niang, his lawyer says.

Al Jazeera

Senegal opposition leader trial kickstarts rocky election season

Sonko’s trial could mark the start of a new era of political unrest or strengthen the president’s grip, analysts say.

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Opposition protesters in Senegal barricaded by police

In tonight's edition: Senegal’s state prosecutor claimed on Tuesday that a small but organised cell of opposition supporters have plotted to use violence to stop the trial of the country’s opposition leader, Ousmane Sonko. Also, a UN-backed fact-finding mission in Libya has released its final report on human rights in…

France 24

Shops and banks close as Senegal's capital braces for more protests

Shops and banks closed early on Wednesday as Senegal braced for fresh protests called by the opposition coalition over a court case involving one of its leaders that has already fuelled violence ahead of presidential elections next year.

Reuters

Senegal braces for fresh protests ahead of opposition leader's trial

Senegal’s opposition coalition maintained its call for demonstrations on Wednesday and Thursday during leader Ousmane Sonko’s defamation trial despite a ban on protests by police authorities.

Radio France Internationale

Defending champions Senegal book their ticket for 2024 Cup of Nations

Senegal secured their slot to defend their Africa Cup of Nations trophy following a 1-0 victory over Mozambique.

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Senegal’s opposition says protests will continue as leader Sonko’s trial set to resume

The Senegalese opposition announced on Tuesday that it would push ahead with demonstrations in Dakar on Wednesday and Thursday despite a ban, while authorities said they had arrested four members of a group seeking to prevent the resumption of the trial of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko by "sowing chaos and…

France 24

Where was this video filmed of a mob chasing down police?

Police turn on their heels and run, pursued by a stone-throwing mob. That’s the tense scene captured in a video that has been circulating online since March 20. One caption claims the video was filmed during recent protests in Kenya, another in Senegal. However, this isn’t a recent video. It…

France 24

A vanishing coast and the search for solutions in Senegal

Senegalese communities battle with climate-driven rising sea levels that disrupt habitats and threaten livelihoods.

Al Jazeera

President Sall calls on Senegalese government to halt unrest

Senegal's President Macky Sall has told the government to take measures to preserve public order after protests over the trial of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko left at least one person dead.

Radio France Internationale

Female driver overtakes competition at Dakar race

Cheered on by her family, driver Fatumata Bah raised her arms in triumph after winning an amateur motor drag race in Dakar that saw four men and four women competing for first place.

Reuters

Sadio Mane reaches new low at Bayern Munich as he fails to live up to expectations

Senegal forward Sadio Mane joined Bayern Munich from Liverpool over the summer, but has failed to hit the same heights he hit during his six-year spell at Anfield

Daily Mirror

A solo trip to Senegal, Sierra Leone and beyond

Tom Ford gets a West African welcome on a four-month solo trip

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Senegal opposition leader alleges assassination attempt as protests flare

Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko claimed Monday to have survived an assassination attempt during his appearance at a politically charged trial that has sparked unrest. Meanwhile, President Macky Sall has rejected claims that it would be unconstitutional for him to seek a controversial third mandate.

Nottingham Post

Nottingham Forest given big boost as player spotted training after long injury lay-off

Latest Nottingham Forest news from NottinghamshireLive as Cheikhou Kouyaté is spotted training with Senegal

Evening Standard

Senegal make Edouard Mendy call-up decision after Chelsea goalkeeper returns to training

African champions opt against calling up Chelsea goalkeeper

France 24

'Not enough' places for African countries at World Cup, says Senegal's federation

In tonight's edition: Protests break out in Dakar as Senegal's main opposition leader faces trial. Also, the Congolese city of Goma struggles economically as roads are closed due to continued fighting between the army and M23 rebels. Finally, racism in sport, workers' rights and slots for countries at the World…

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Senegalese opposition leader's trial postponed following clashes

Police fired tear gas at protesters demonstrating in Dakar, Senegal, Thursday, ahead of the trial of opposition leader and presidential contender Ousmane Sonko. This lead to a postponement of the hearing until 30 March. His supporters say President Macky Sall is using the judiciary as a means to sideline him…

The Independent UK

Sonko court appearance sparks unrest in Senegal's capital

Authorities have forcibly removed Senegal's opposition leader Ousmane Sonko from his vehicle as he made his way to a court appearance

Al Jazeera

Unrest in Senegal as police clash with opposition supporters

Ousmane Sonko, widely supported by many Senegalese youth, is facing trial this week in a civil libel case.

Radio France Internationale

Protesters rally in support of Senegalese opposition leader ahead of trial

Supporters of Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko are staging three days of protests ahead of a defamation trial that could stop the 48-year-old from contesting next year’s presidential election.

Al Jazeera

Thousands of Senegal opposition supporters begin 3-day protest

Tensions are growing in Senegal as President Macky Sall could vie for a controversial third term in the 2024 election.

The Independent UK

Protestors back Senegal's opposition leader ahead of trial

Hundreds of protestors have taken to the streets in Senegal’s capital in a peaceful show of support for the country’s opposition leader who’s facing trial later this week

France 24

Civilians continue to flee fighting in eastern DR Congo

In tonight's edition: Vigils continue for the dozens missing in a ferry accident off the coast of Gabon's capital. Also, delegates for the UN Security Council meet some of the thousands displaced by ongoing clashes in eastern DR Congo. Finally, a new exhibition is set up in Senegal to bear…

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