Ellis says Banyana won’t underestimate Senegal

“They came out of a very difficult group, and it shows the quality that they have," says Ellis. Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis says the African champions will not underestimate Senegal when the two teams meet in a CAF Women’s Africa Cup of...

Abidjan dreams of becoming Africa’s next cinema hub

In the shadow of Nigeria’s prolific Nollywood, Ivory Coast has only 15 cinemas and released just 20 films last year, but local directors and the government want to change that In the lush forests north of Abidjan, technicians were busy filming on...

A Visitors Guide to Saint Louis, Senegal

Introduction Saint Louis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a charming colonial city located on the northwest coast of Senegal. Known for its unique island setting, colorful buildings, and rich history, Saint Louis offers a captivating blend of...

Rugby Africa Cup: Final set for Men’s Rugby World Cup spot as Senegal & Algeria seal wins

Image: Kenya vs Algeria on day three of the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup in Kampala,Uganda. Algeria have finished third in the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup after edging out Kenya 15-5, their second consecutive defeat of the East Africans in this tournament in...

We are the folk: the 48th Vancouver Folk Music Festival returns to Jericho Beach

VFMF weaves community in the age of isolation, bringing global sounds with local roots By: Ashima Shukla, Staff Writer From July 18–20, the salt-kissed shores of ʔəy̓alməxʷ / Iy̓ál̓mexw (Jericho Beach Park) will become a living, breathing...

Banyana Banyana out to tame Senegal’s Lionesses in crunch Wafcon quarterfinal clash

The last time Banyana Banyana lost a match at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) was when they were defeated 1-0 by Ghana during the bronze medal playoff of the 2016 edition. Since then, Desiree Ellis’ team have been nearly impenetrable at...

CHAN: Chelle under fire after Sudan rout

Angry Nigerian football fans have intensified calls for the immediate dismissal of Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle following the team’s humiliating 4-0 defeat to Sudan that ended their African Nations Championship campaign with a game to spare. The...

France Ends Military Presence In Senegal, Marking New Chapter In Bilateral Relations

France on Thursday formally handed over control of its last major military facility in Senegal, bringing an end to its longstanding armed forces presence in the West African nation. The move signals a significant shift in France’s broader military...

France ends military presence in West Africa, hands over bases in Senegal

In a significant step toward its withdrawal from the wider region, France on Thursday turned over control of its final significant military facility in Senegal, ending its long-standing military presence in the West African nation. General Pascal...

Wig ban only lasts a day in Senegal theatre after backlash

A sudden and swiftly reversed ban on wigs, hair extensions, and skin-lightening products at an iconic theatre in Senegal's capital, Dakar, has ignited a widespread public backlash - laying bare deep tensions around identity, gender politics, and...

France ends permanent troop presence in Senegal

By Anait Miridzhanian and Ngouda Dione DAKAR (Reuters) -France handed over control of its last major military facility in Senegal on Thursday, marking the end of its armed forces’ long presence in the West African country and a milestone in a...

World : France Returns Last Military Bases To Senegal, Ends Decades-Long Military Presence: Reports

ISTANBUL, July 17 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- France on Thursday returned its last military bases in Senegal in an official ceremony, marking an end to the former coloniser’s decades-long military presence in the West African country, Anadolu Ajansi (AA)...

Chanel Will Return to New York City with Métiers d’Art Collection

START SPREADING THE NEWS: Chanel is returning to the New York runway for the first time in seven years. The French fashion house will present its first Métiers d’Art collection designed by Matthieu Blazy on Dec. 2, it said on Thursday. The exact...

St. Louis City acquire Senegalese D Fallou Fall

Original article can be found here.St. Louis City SC acquired defender Fallou Fall from Norwegian top-flight side Fredrikstad FK on Tuesday. The 21-year-old Senegalese center-back is signed through 2028 with an option for 2029. He will occupy an...

Sports5 seconds ago Sudan Humiliate Nigeria’s Home-based Super Eagles Out Of CHAN In Zanzibar Nigeria’s Home-based Super Eagles’ journey at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) came to an end on Tuesday after a heavy 4-0 defeat to Sudan in…

Eric Chelle’s side, already reeling from a narrow 1-0 loss to Senegal in their opener, were overpowered by a Sudanese team that mixed physical dominance with sharp, decisive attacking play. The result leaves Nigeria bottom of the group with zero...

Cine Junction returns with bigger line-up, spotlight on Senegalese cinema

Journalist group urges Senegal to release news commentator, protect press freedom

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) called on Senegalese authorities to immediately release news commentator Badara Gadiaga, cease the arrest of journalists, and end retaliation against media outlets critical of the government. CPJ’s...

13th WADSU Games: Nigeria to battle Senegal, B/Faso, others in Abuja

Senegal, Burkina Faso, Ghana, Togo, and Benin Republic top the list of countries that have signified interest in participating in the forthcoming 13th West Africa Deaf Football Competition and the third West Africa Deaf Athletics Championship...

Trump's America co-hosting the biggest global sport event may be an issue. Here's why

The FIFA Club World Cup, called "the undisputed pinnacle of global club football" by the governing body's president, came to a close after weeks of poor ticket sales, empty seats and significant weather delays. Despite Gianni Infantino's claims...

Christie 7s: Stage is set for weekend meet as KRU announces Pool pairing

The 59th edition of the Christie Sevens, the third leg of the 2025 National Sevens Circuit, is scheduled for August 16th and 17th at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. Hosted by Kenya Harlequin, the tournament will feature two days of rugby action and...