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Senegal: 50 years of independence
05/04/2010 - TOP STORY

Senegal: 50 years of independence

Senegal celebrated 50 years of independence from France this weekend. The party had the usual trappings of a state celebration: leaders from around the world, parades and a giant new statue to show off. And it was marked by an announcement that Senegal would take back French military bases. But how independent could Senegal be, as its currency is controlled from Paris?
Senegal 'takes back' French military bases on independence day
05/04/2010 - SENEGAL

Senegal 'takes back' French military bases on independence day

In an Independence Day address to the nation late Saturday, Senegalese President Abdoulaye Wade said his country would “take back” French military bases in Senegal.
Independence monument unveiled amid pomp and protests
04/04/2010 - SENEGAL

Independence monument unveiled amid pomp and protests

Senegal inaugurated a colossal multi-million dollar statue marking 50 years of independence at a lavish ceremony Saturday amid mass protests by opposition groups calling for President Abdoulaye Wade’s resignation.
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Protests cloud opening of Wade's 'African Renaissance' statue
03/04/2010 - SENEGAL

Protests cloud opening of Wade's 'African Renaissance' statue

Protesters called for the resignation of Senegal’s President Abdoulaye Wade on Saturday as the country prepared to inaugurate a multi-million-dollar monument to “African Renaissance” on the 50th anniversary of its independence.
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President Wade marks 10 years in power
25/03/2010 - THE WEEK IN AFRICA

President Wade marks 10 years in power

In this edition: Senegalese President Wade celebrates a decade in power; tensions rise in Sudan ahead of next month's elections as President Omar Al-Bashir threatens to expel foreign election monitors; South Africa marks 50 years since the Sharpeville massacre; and Senegalese singer Youssou Ndour releases a new album celebrating the relationship between reggae and Africa.
Youssou N'Dour pays tribute to Bob Marley
22/03/2010 - CULTURE

Youssou N'Dour pays tribute to Bob Marley

In today’s culture show, Eve Jackson speaks to one of the most celebrated African musicians in history : the Senegalese singer, songwriter and composer Youssou N'Dour for his latest album ‘Dakar-Kingston’.
Mend rebels strike again in Nigeria
19/03/2010 - THE WEEK IN AFRICA

Mend rebels strike again in Nigeria

In this edition: more unrest in Nigeria as bombers target an amnesty programme for the troubled Niger Delta; Jacob Zuma's polygamous lifestyle provokes protest in South Africa; and when modern slide guitar meets the Malian harp-lute...a taste of the West African blues.
French military bases in Dakar to close doors
20/02/2010 - SENEGAL

French military bases in Dakar to close doors

The Senegalese presidency has announced that it is to sign an accord with France by early April that will close French military bases in the capital city of Dakar. The two countries have been bound by a defence agreement since 1974.
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Senegal: the football academy
15/01/2010 - REPORTERS

Senegal: the football academy

Who is the next Didier Drogba, or Samuel Eto’o? And where is he playing right now? Perhaps at Senegal’s elite football academy: Diambars, one of the best in Africa. For years, boarders practice every day. In the end, only a handful of them will sign with a professional club in Europe.
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President Wade apologises for Jesus remark
31/12/2009 - SENEGAL

President Wade apologises for Jesus remark

Senegal's Muslim President Abdoulaye Wade has issued an apology to Christians after his claim on Monday that the country's Muslim majority did not view Jesus Christ as "God" triggered protests in the streets of Dakar.
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