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CHARLES MICHEL · DakarDespite pre-election rhetoric, long-standing principles and regional realities will likely guide international relations. The post New Senegal president likely to take pragmatic approach to shaking up external relations appeared first on Daily Maverick.See the Story
New Senegal president likely to be cautious with external relations
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Dakar · DakarThe news -- Dakar -- Alia was the closest adviser to Senegal's prime minister Osman Soenko, who said, "On the French troops leaving Senegal, because that is an indication of leadership," adding that the presence of French soldiers in the country "is a way to tell us that we are not yet independent." And Alia was asking Senegalese newspaper Bes Bi, "What are they doing here?" In reference to French soldiers, he said, "You will never see Senegales…See the Story
Sonko's Adviser: The French forces have to leave because that's an indication of leadership.
Dakar · DakarRUFISQUE, Senegal — Members of a 200-strong audience struggle to hold back tears as the credits roll on the film “Io Capitano” in a small auditorium in the outskirts of Senegal’s capital Dakar. The crowd has spent two hours following a pair of Senegalese teenagers as they risk their lives to reach Europe, facing a gruelling journey across the Sahara, torture in Libyan jails and Europe’s indifference to their plight. After winning awards at the V…See the Story
Team behind Italian film ‘Io Capitano’ returns to Senegal
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Dakar · DakarThe delayed March presidential vote in Senegal confirmed the country remains a beacon of democracy in a region facing increasing instability. RFI looks at how the peaceful victory of Bassirou Diomaye Faye and mentor Ousmane Sonko stands to influence the politics of neighbouring Sahel nations.See the Story
Spotlight on Africa - After Senegal's success, can Mali and Niger also hope for elections?
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Pikine · PikineCinemovel is screening Oscar-nominated Io Capitano to packed houses around the country, highlighting the perils migrants face on the journey to EuropeAt about 1pm on Monday a 35-seater bus arrived in Pikine, a city east of the Senegalese capital, Dakar. A portable screen, projector, sound system and generator were unpacked to set up a temporary cinema in a lively neighbourhood where the scent of hibiscus and orange blossom fill the air.Pikine’s …See the Story
Moving pictures: travelling cinema takes stories of ‘departures and dreams’ to Senegal
100% Left coverage: 1 sources
Entrepreneurs · DakarIn the Global South, women entrepreneurs face daunting barriers to accessing capital, hindering their businesses and economic potential. However, initiatives like WIC Capital are breaking ground. Founded by Thiaba Camara Sy in Senegal, it’s raised over $5 million, investing in ventures led by women overlooked by traditional finance. But to truly unleash global GDP potential, systemic changes are vital. Leaders must prioritize women’s access to c…See the Story
How empowering women entrepreneurs in the Global South could make the world $6tn richer
100% Right coverage: 1 sources