The poor country epitomises the step-by-step realisation of democracy taking place in Africa
Across the continent, musicians are not only a symbolic soundtrack for struggles – they are marching on the frontlines and leading social movements.
Programmes to promote gender equality and counter poverty gain ground
A Senegalese researcher wants to find missing clues of slavery to piece together the history and future of his country
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The elite level of play in Europe renders all but one series of fiercely contested local clashes
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The death of Kurt Cobain shocked photographer Youri Lenquette, but he sees future in African music.
The president of the tiny West African country took the oath of office at his country’s embassy in Dakar, Senegal a week ago.
After the vote, Netanyahu instructed Israel’s ambassadors in New Zealand and Senegal to return to Israel for consultations.
One of the reasons for Francophone Africa’s mass migration to France is leaders who refuse to go.
Despite embracing urbanism, Senegal’s aspiring athletes are returning to traditional belief systems.
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The trial of the Chad dictator in Senegal shows that war and other similar crimes need not be heard in The Hague.
The superpower may expand its bootprint across the continent but it was the Ebola outbreak that sparked this latest move in its ‘war on terror’.
From the colossal ‘renaissance’ statue Dakar resembles a fine Persian rug, but up close it is a riot for the senses.
Senegal’s president, Macky Sall, has what it takes to be considered the serious face of the continent.
Despite having suffered from a separatist conflict in the past, this lush region, slightly cut off from Dakar by Gambia, is home to many attractions.
"There is no way we cannot feel the pressure. But everyone is under pressure, even the opposition," coach Shakes Mashaba said.
Tournament favourite Algeria avoided an unpleasant surprise at the African Cup of Nations on Monday, while four-time champion Ghana did not.
​Senegal’s Prime Minister Aminata Toure has been sacked after she did not win a local election in Grand Yoff.
Over 5.3-million people are expected to vote in elections seen as a key test for Macky Sall and his party, which control only a few local communities.
Côte d’Ivoire has joined Nigeria as the first African teams to reach next year’s World Cup finals.
Senegalese patients with advanced cancer have been suffering with severe pain due to morphine shortages. Human Rights Watch investigates why.
Justice Minister Sidiki Kaba has ruled out legalising homosexuality in Senegal despite being a former leading activist for gay rights, say reports.
In Sedhiou, southern Senegal, Papiss Cissé is very much the local hero.
Thousands of revellers in Dakar have welcomed US President Barack Obama, who aims to focus on the modern-day achievements of the former French colony.
A Senegalese activist blames poverty and underdevelopment for Africa’s instability.
The son of former Senegal president Abdoulaye Wade has been asked to explain why he has assets allegedly worth over $1-billion, say judicial sources.
Senegal’s President Macky Sall kicked out his foreign and interior ministers in a major government reshuffle on Monday.
Senegal have been disqualified from the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations after crowd trouble forced their qualifier with Cote d’Ivoire to be abandoned.
A decade after the worst maritime disaster in recent history, relatives of those killed when a Senegalese ship sank in the Atlantic wait for justice.
Africa’s young people suffer from political apathy, but a group in Senegal bucks the trend. Nicole Beardsworth reports.
Defender Morgan Gould says Bafana Bafana will not take Senegal lightly in their quest for a much-needed win in their international friendly.
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Rank outsiders Equatorial Guinea have reached the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals and eliminated Senegal with a shock 2-1 triumph.