Democracy’s march has been relentless this year as world leaders confront the will of the people
To keep migrants away, Fortress Europe has extended its walls
into African countries such as Morocco and Mauritania
Artist impression of oil from the Sangomar field
The former rifleman was selected to go to the games in recognition of the forgotten Senegalese Tirailleurs Corps
The timely and constitutional transfer of power also strengthened confidence in democracy, not only for the citizens of Senegal but for many across the continent
Only four of the 25 ministers are women and, by law, men are the supreme heads of the family
How did he come to power and what you need to know about the African Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics and Fraternity (Pastef)
The incoming head of state has promised the country profound change and left-wing pan-Africanism
The country should allow eligible candidates to contest the presidential election and in so doing uphold its democratic status in the region
Senegal’s Macky Sall has said what happens between his leaving office and the presidential election will also be discussed
Decades before today’s migrants boarded small boats to Europe to ‘take their jobs’, European fishing ships were trawling West African waters, taking food and jobs from the locals. And they still are
The president’s official reason for postponing the upcoming election has been met with suspicion. Analysts say: follow the money
The West African country is now in the grip of its worst crisis in decades after President Macky Sall announced a delay to elections
President Macky Sall’s decision is concerning in a region grappling with coups, where interference with the constitution and polls has led to military overthrow
Although the West African country has not experienced a coup, unlike others in the region, the February vote could be marred by violence
The once beautiful stretch of beach near Dakar has become the dumping ground for industry waste and sewage
The African showpiece never fails to entertain and this year’s tournament should be no different
Far too many African assets are still under the control of Western powers
Senegalese President Macky Sall didn’t give anything away until the last moment, when he announced he wouldn’t stand in the elections
The luxury French brand has set a precedent with its first show on the continent held in Dakar
Remembering the legacy and scrutiny of the ‘father of African film’
Senegal boasts an array of fashion, culture and heritage platforms that are drawing international interest
Senegal and The Netherlands should go through but Qatar will not want to find themselves on the wrong side of history
South Africa and Senegal, as AU chair, are attending the important summit of the leaders of the big industrialised nations
Senegalese documentary Mane — about a rapper and a wrestler — provides a fresh, feminist take on the country’s hip-hop generation
As the just transition gathers momentum and renewable energy becomes more affordable, countries around the world taking climate action. South Africa must follow suit
In a country with high levels of poverty, betting is a crucial source of last resort income. It’s also forbidden in Islam
Conflict hotspots, most in the Sahel region, will continue to dominate the news this year, while a number of countries will hold key elections.
The highlights of 2021 in Africa
Here is a recap of disputes over artefacts looted from Europe’s former African colonies.
South Africa, the continent’s largest emitter, is not among several African countries that joined the UK-led coalition committing to phase out the fossil fuel
David Diop won the prestigious annual International Booker prize for translated fiction for his second novel, ‘At Night All Blood is Black’