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Senegalese leader visits French army locations following handover
MENAFN
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July 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye visited several military sites on Saturday that were recently handed over by France, marking what the presidency called “a major step” in redefining the military partnership between the two...
ITALY: Another NGO ship detained in Sicily ― 60-day detention for NGO ship impounded in August ― Supreme Court questions constitutionality of detention without validation ― Senior official under investigation in Libyan warlord affair ― Local…
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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September 11, 2025
Another NGO search and rescue (SAR) ship has been detained by authorities in Sicily. The SAR ship that was impounded in late August has been issued with a 60-day detention order. The Supreme Court of Cassation has ruled that asylum applicants must...
Senegal’s President Announces Cabinet Overhaul
MENAFN
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September 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye revealed a revamped cabinet on Saturday, featuring 26 ministers and six state secretaries. The announcement confirmed Ousmane Sonko’s continuation as prime minister, while bringing changes to key...
International Observers Raise Concerns Over Judicial Irregularities in Senegal; Rights Advocates Stress Importance for Governance and Investment
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 28, 2025
Khadim Ba, a Non-Executive Director at DerMond Oil & Gas LOS ANGELES, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Independent legal experts and rights monitors are raising concerns over the ongoing detention and judicial treatment of Senegalese businessman...
Dynacor Provides Corporate Update Including Expansion Progress
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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September 4, 2025
MONTREAL, Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX: DNG) (“Dynacor” or the "Corporation") is pleased to provide a corporate update covering operations and progress on its expansion plan within West Africa and Latin America....
Chan Centre for the Performing Arts expands its biggest season to date with even more cultural and musical artists
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 19, 2025
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts' largest programming season has expanded even further. New performances and events have been added today, including two new concert dates for...
The 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation wants applications from Engineers and Innovators in Senegal
EIN Presswire
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August 14, 2025
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Royal Academy of Engineering has launched its 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation with a special call out to engineers and innovators in Senegal. The Africa Prize for...
The 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation wants applications from Engineers and Innovators in Senegal - DELETED
EIN Presswire
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August 14, 2025
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Royal Academy of Engineering has launched its 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation with a special call out to engineers and innovators in Senegal. The Africa Prize for...
France gives back army base to Senegal
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) France has officially returned a military communications base in western Senegal to local authorities after withdrawing its troops, the French embassy announced. This move follows Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s call last...
France Ends Military Presence in Senegal
MENAFN
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) France has officially pulled out its soldiers from its final two military installations in Senegal, concluding a military presence that lasted more than 60 years in the West African country. This development is part of a broader movement...
France eliminates permanent army existence in West Africa
MENAFN
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) France has officially ended its permanent military presence in West Africa by withdrawing troops from its last two bases in Senegal, concluding a presence that spanned over 60 years. This move aligns with a broader trend among former...
Senegal Orders Withdrawal of Foreign Military
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Senegalese Premier Ousmane Sonko has announced that all foreign military personnel stationed in the country must depart by the end of July. Currently, French troops are the only foreign military presence in Senegal, operating under a...
Premier state Senegal to boot all foreign troops
MENAFN
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May 22, 2025
(MENAFN) Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has announced that all foreign military forces must leave the country by the end of July. Currently, French troops are the only foreign military personnel stationed in Senegal, operating under a...
Liberian leader amazes Trump with ‘good English’
MENAFN
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July 13, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his command of the English language during a meeting with several African leaders at the White House. The gathering, held on Wednesday, brought together leaders from...
France Transfers Its Fourth Military Site to Senegal
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) France has officially transferred control of its fourth military site to Senegal, according to a statement issued by the French Embassy in Dakar. The handover, which took place on Tuesday, saw the Inter-Armed Transmission Station in...
France transfers military base to Senegal
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) France has officially handed over a military communications base in western Senegal to the country’s authorities following the withdrawal of its troops, according to an announcement by the French embassy. This transfer marks a significant...
International Black Heritage Month (IBHM) reveals its 2025 Changemaker List featuring Rihanna and Trevor Noah
EIN Presswire
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June 25, 2025
The 2025 Changemaker List also includes: business leader Mellody Hobson, award-winning tv show creator, Shonda Rhimes, actor/producer Kelsey Grammer and more... LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- International...
FLNG Gimi reaches Commercial Operations Date and Golar progresses FLNG growth
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 23, 2025
Golar LNG Limited (“Golar”) is pleased to announce that FLNG Gimi has reached the Commercial Operations Date (“COD”) for its 20-year Lease and Operate Agreement for the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (“GTA”) project offshore Mauritania and Senegal. The...
Senegal’s national football team defeats England for first time
MENAFN
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June 15, 2025
(MENAFN) Senegal’s national football team secured a historic 3-1 victory over England in a friendly match held Tuesday in Nottingham, marking England’s inaugural defeat against an African nation. The West African team extended its unbeaten streak...
Israeli Ambassador Flees Senegal Campus Amid Pro-Palestine Protest
MENAFN
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May 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel’s ambassador to Senegal, Yuval Waks, was compelled to exit Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD) in Dakar on Tuesday after student-led demonstrations erupted in response to his visit, according to video clips circulating widely on...