Keywords: Senegal


Senegal reports 248 confirmed diphtheria cases and 11 deaths

Senegal has recorded 248 confirmed cases of diphtheria and 11 deaths since the beginning of an outbreak, according to the latest figures released by the country’s Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene. The data covers the period through October 4, 2026. The cases have been identified across 51......

Air Cairo prepares Dakar route revival as Egypt and Senegal explore wider aviation ties

Air Cairo is preparing to restore a direct connection between Cairo and Dakar, while exploring broader cooperation with Air Senegal in areas ranging from aviation training to cargo transport. The initiative could add new momentum to economic and transport links between Egypt and Senegal. The proposed......

French professor to chair CAS panel hearing Morocco-Senegal AFCON final dispute

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has appointed a three-member panel to examine the appeal filed by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) against the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) over the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations......

CAS sets October 8 hearing for Senegal’s appeal over AFCON 2025 final

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will hear Senegal’s appeal against the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) over the disputed outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. The hearing is scheduled for October 8 at the CAS headquarters......

International sports tribunal overturns Senegal football federation decision on presidential election

The international sports tribunal has overturned a decision by the Senegalese Football Federation’s appeal committee concerning the disputed presidential election held in August 2025, reopening a case that could have further implications for the federation’s leadership. The ruling follows......

IMF mission in Senegal to discuss a new financial cooperation program

A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is visiting Senegal to resume discussions with the country's authorities on economic conditions and the possibility of establishing a new financial cooperation program. The mission, led by Mercedes Vera Martin, the IMF's mission chief for......

Patrick Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal: a new era for the Lions of Teranga

The Senegal national team is undergoing a transformation on its bench. The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) announced on Tuesday the appointment of Patrick Vieira as the head coach of the Lions of Teranga. The former French international succeeds Pape Thiaw, whose contract was terminated last July......

Court of Arbitration for Sport Sets October 8 Hearing for 2025 AFCON Final Dispute

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has officially scheduled a hearing for October 8, 2026, to address the high-profile legal dispute surrounding the controversial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. The case pits the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) against the Confederation of African......

CAS dismisses rumors over Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final appeal

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed widespread online speculation regarding the legal dispute related to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, confirming that no decision has been issued and that the case remains under review. The clarification comes after numerous posts circulated......