The Fall of a Dangerous Beauty Empire: Senegal’s Crackdown on Illegal Buttock Enhancement Products In a groundbreaking operation, the Senegalese police,with the invaluable support of health professionals,have dismantled a notorious network involved in the illegal trade of cosmetic and medical products. This network, wich specialized in the sale of so-called “dumplings for buttocks,” has been … Read more
Donald Trump’s return to the White House has reignited discussions about his political trajectory, particularly the possibility of a third presidential term. Currently,the 22nd amendment of the U.S.Constitution bars any president from serving more than two terms. However, Tennessee Representative Andy Ogles has introduced a resolution to amend this rule, potentially paving the way for … Read more
Saudi Arabia Introduces Mandatory Meningitis Vaccination for Oumrah and Mosque Visitors In a notable move to safeguard public health, teh Consul General of Saudi Arabia in Geneva, in collaboration with Visa Saudi arabia, has announced a new mandatory vaccination requirement for travelers planning to perform the rites of Oumrah or visit the Mosque of … Read more
Moustapha Diop at the Center of a 700 Million CFA Fraud Scandal: Will Parliamentary Immunity Protect Him? The political landscape of Senegal is once again rocked by a high-profile financial scandal, this time involving Moustapha Diop, the deputy-mayor of Louga and president of the Farlu coalition. At the heart of the controversy is a staggering … Read more
Diop Iseg to Face Judgment in Dieyna Baldé Case Despite Withdrawn Complaint The long-standing legal battle between Diop Iseg, CEO of the Institut Supérieur d’Entrepreneurship et de Gestion (Iseg), and singer Dieyna Baldé is set to reach a critical juncture. Despite the withdrawal of the complaint by baldé’s family, the case has been scheduled for … Read more
Senegal Accelerates Transport modernization and Youth Employment Initiatives Under Presidential Directive In a landmark address, the President of the Republic underscored the critical need to modernize Senegal’s transport sector, emphasizing its role in achieving national advancement goals. The directive, issued following the conclusions of the States General of the sector, outlines a comprehensive roadmap for … Read more
Near Miss: Truck Strikes Pedestrian Bridge in Yoff-Tonghor A potentially catastrophic accident was narrowly averted in Yoff-Tonghor, Senegal, when a truck with its tipper bed raised collided with a pedestrian bridge. While the incident resulted in only minor injuries,the near-miss highlights growing concerns about the safety of Senegal’s aging infrastructure. the driver was promptly arrested … Read more
Senegal Marks a Century of Scientific Excellence with Pasteur Institute Festivity Senegal celebrated a momentous occasion this past Friday: the centenary of the Pasteur Institute in Dakar. The event, graced by the presence of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, highlighted the institute’s unwavering commitment to scientific advancement and public health sence its inception in 1924. The … Read more
In a dramatic development that has stunned the political landscape of Senegal, the mayor of semme, Habibou Thimbo, and his relative, Aïssatou Ngaïdo, have been taken into custody by the investigating judge of the 2nd cabinet at the Pikine-Guédiawaye district court, as reported by Seneweb. This legal saga revolves around a contentious inheritance dispute that … Read more
Renowned for its cultural richness and magnificent mosaics, the city of Saint-Louis in Senegal is preparing to host the 4th edition of the Autour des Cordes festival, one of the largest cultural events in the region. This unmissable event will be held from October 31 to November 2, 2024 and will enliven several localities and … Read more