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Senegal National Orchestra to Headline First Africa Diaspora Festival
The Senegal National Orchestra will be central to the first Africa Diaspora Festival, a two-day event (December 27-28, 2024) at the Douta Seck Cultural Center in Senegal, celebrating cultural ties with the African diaspora through performances and discussions, showcasing Senegal's musical diversity ...
Senegal National Orchestra to Headline First Africa Diaspora Festival
The Senegal National Orchestra will be central to the first Africa Diaspora Festival, a two-day event (December 27-28, 2024) at the Douta Seck Cultural Center in Senegal, celebrating cultural ties with the African diaspora through performances and discussions, showcasing Senegal's musical diversity ...
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VaxSen Receives $45 Million to Expand Vaccine Production in Senegal
VaxSen, Institut Pasteur de Dakar's vaccine entity, secured $45 million from the DFC, AfDB, and IFC to expand vaccine production at its Madiba facility in Diamniadio, Senegal, addressing global shortages and boosting Africa's health security.
VaxSen Receives $45 Million to Expand Vaccine Production in Senegal
VaxSen, Institut Pasteur de Dakar's vaccine entity, secured $45 million from the DFC, AfDB, and IFC to expand vaccine production at its Madiba facility in Diamniadio, Senegal, addressing global shortages and boosting Africa's health security.
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Nine-Year-Old Pregnant After Rape by Quranic Teacher in Senegal
Nine-year-old Awa Barry from Joal-Fadiouth, Senegal, is pregnant after being repeatedly raped by her Quranic teacher, Aliou S., who has confessed and faces life imprisonment. This case highlights the widespread problem of child sexual abuse within religious communities and the political obstacles to...
Nine-Year-Old Pregnant After Rape by Quranic Teacher in Senegal
Nine-year-old Awa Barry from Joal-Fadiouth, Senegal, is pregnant after being repeatedly raped by her Quranic teacher, Aliou S., who has confessed and faces life imprisonment. This case highlights the widespread problem of child sexual abuse within religious communities and the political obstacles to...
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Senegal: Renewed Efforts to Close Lead Recycling Plant Amidst Health Concerns
In Ndiakhate, Senegal, the CRADESC and Ford Foundation are restarting efforts to close a lead recycling plant blamed for health issues in nearby communities; following a meeting with residents, they are engaging with new government authorities to seek a solution.
Senegal: Renewed Efforts to Close Lead Recycling Plant Amidst Health Concerns
In Ndiakhate, Senegal, the CRADESC and Ford Foundation are restarting efforts to close a lead recycling plant blamed for health issues in nearby communities; following a meeting with residents, they are engaging with new government authorities to seek a solution.
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UASZ in Senegal Closed After Violent Student Protests
Following violent clashes between students and police on November 27th, 2023, resulting in injuries and damage to property, the Assane Seck University of Ziguinchor (UASZ) in Senegal was closed by its academic council, with a decision on reopening pending a Thursday meeting.
UASZ in Senegal Closed After Violent Student Protests
Following violent clashes between students and police on November 27th, 2023, resulting in injuries and damage to property, the Assane Seck University of Ziguinchor (UASZ) in Senegal was closed by its academic council, with a decision on reopening pending a Thursday meeting.
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48% Bias Score
Senegal Advances to Handball Semifinals
Senegal's women's handball team secured a semi-final berth against Tunisia in the African Nations Championship in Kinshasa after defeating Cameroon; a win would be their first continental title in 13 participations.
Senegal Advances to Handball Semifinals
Senegal's women's handball team secured a semi-final berth against Tunisia in the African Nations Championship in Kinshasa after defeating Cameroon; a win would be their first continental title in 13 participations.
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48% Bias Score
Alba Housing Crisis Intensifies After Migrant Deaths
Two young African migrants died from carbon monoxide poisoning in an abandoned building in Alba, Italy, prompting local associations to launch a housing initiative offering guarantees to landlords to address the city's housing shortage affecting vulnerable individuals.
Alba Housing Crisis Intensifies After Migrant Deaths
Two young African migrants died from carbon monoxide poisoning in an abandoned building in Alba, Italy, prompting local associations to launch a housing initiative offering guarantees to landlords to address the city's housing shortage affecting vulnerable individuals.
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German Court Acquits Police in Fatal Shooting of Refugee
A German court acquitted five police officers in the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old Senegalese refugee in Dortmund on August 8, 2022, who had a knife. The court found the officers' actions, though resulting in death, not criminal.
German Court Acquits Police in Fatal Shooting of Refugee
A German court acquitted five police officers in the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old Senegalese refugee in Dortmund on August 8, 2022, who had a knife. The court found the officers' actions, though resulting in death, not criminal.
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Senegal's "Y'en a marre" movement cautiously optimistic after Sonko's party electoral victory
Following legislative elections where Ousmane Sonko's party secured a supermajority, Senegal's "Y'en a marre" movement expresses cautious optimism about promised reforms and improved governance, emphasizing the crucial role of citizen engagement and accountability.
Senegal's "Y'en a marre" movement cautiously optimistic after Sonko's party electoral victory
Following legislative elections where Ousmane Sonko's party secured a supermajority, Senegal's "Y'en a marre" movement expresses cautious optimism about promised reforms and improved governance, emphasizing the crucial role of citizen engagement and accountability.
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Record Crowds at Dak'Art Biennale Lead to Artwork Damage
The 15th Dak'Art Biennale in Dakar, Senegal (November 7th-December 7th), attracted record crowds due to viral TikTok videos, but this popularity also led to significant damage and theft of several artworks, prompting a review of security and logistics.
Record Crowds at Dak'Art Biennale Lead to Artwork Damage
The 15th Dak'Art Biennale in Dakar, Senegal (November 7th-December 7th), attracted record crowds due to viral TikTok videos, but this popularity also led to significant damage and theft of several artworks, prompting a review of security and logistics.
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Senegal to Reorganize Urban Markets Based on Detailed Urban Planning
Senegal's Minister of Urban Planning, Balla Moussa Fofana, announced a plan to reorganize urban markets in major cities to improve urban spaces and address issues of informal commerce and traffic flow. This plan will be implemented through detailed urban planning and community engagement.
Senegal to Reorganize Urban Markets Based on Detailed Urban Planning
Senegal's Minister of Urban Planning, Balla Moussa Fofana, announced a plan to reorganize urban markets in major cities to improve urban spaces and address issues of informal commerce and traffic flow. This plan will be implemented through detailed urban planning and community engagement.
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France Officially Recognizes 1944 Senegalese Massacre
On December 1, 1944, French troops massacred hundreds of unarmed Senegalese soldiers near Dakar, Senegal, who demanded unpaid wages; the 80th anniversary is marked by official French recognition and major Senegalese commemorations.
France Officially Recognizes 1944 Senegalese Massacre
On December 1, 1944, French troops massacred hundreds of unarmed Senegalese soldiers near Dakar, Senegal, who demanded unpaid wages; the 80th anniversary is marked by official French recognition and major Senegalese commemorations.
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36% Bias Score
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