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May 10, 2024, 4:06 pm
Senegalese President Raises Eyebrows Over Politicians' Involvement in Land Issues
- [The Point] During his recent visit to Mbour 4, a week ago, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye expressed his annoyance at discovering that certain politicians were associated with a vast expanse of land, an attribution error which actually occurred in the New Town of Thiès-Fandène-Notto-Keur Mousseu, under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Urban Planning and the Directorate of Estates, where land is measured in hectares.
Greenpeace Africa Applauds Senegal's Publication of Fishing Vessel List and Urges the Government to Join FiTI
- [Greenpeace] Greenpeace Africa welcomes the decision of the new Senegalese government to publish the list of vessels authorized to fish in the country's national waters. This decisive action demonstrates the new administration's commitment to transparency and sustainability of marine resources. Notwithstanding, further efforts are needed to ensure the sustainable exploitation of fishery resources.
Senegalese Army Chief Pledges Greater Security Cooperation With RDF
- [New Times] The Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Senegal, Gen Mbaye Cissé, along with his delegation, on May 6, visited Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Headquarters, where he pledged greater security cooperation between the two armies.
Defending Democracy, the Senegalese Way
- [ISS] Senegal's people stood up to protect their democracy rather than wait for the military or external help.
Senegal's New Leader Calls for a Rethink of the Country's Relationship With the EU
- [RFI] Senegal's new leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye has called for a rethink of the country's relationship with the EU during a visit by European Council President Charles Michel.
Will Senegal's New President Shake Up External Relations?
- [ISS] Despite pre-election rhetoric, long-standing principles and regional realities will likely guide international relations.
Good Morning Mr President - Senegal-Gambia Relations, OIC Summit
- [The Point] Mr President, it is gratifying to see the newly elected Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye make its first visit to The Gambia, to discuss pertinent issues including cementing the existing bilateral relations between the two sister countries with you.
Senegal Battles 100 Percent Morbidity Due to Skin Bleaching
- [The Point] Depigmentation in Senegal leads to a high rate of cancer.
Nigeria's Think-Tank Hails Faye's Election, Urges Fair Leadership
- [Leadership] A political think-tank, #FixPolitics Africa, has applauded the election of President Bassirou Faye of Senegal, describing it as the triumph of the democratic spirit and collective will of the Senegalese.
President Diomaye Faye Due in Banjul
- [The Point] An official source has confirmed to The Point that the Senegalese new president, Basirou Diomaye Faye will make his first official visit to The Gambia on Saturday, 20 April 2024 for a day working visit.
Human Rights Agenda for President Faye
- [HRW] Nairobi -- Prioritize Fundamental Rights and Freedoms
