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Dakar: Final Clap for "Bant Ya", the Truth Behind Its Closing Act by the Prefect

The prefect of Dakar took the decision to close "Bant Ya", an emblematic site of Sandaga, citing its state of advanced age and the prevailing conditions of unsanitaryness. This measure, aimed at remediation, puts an end to decades of activity in a place considered to be a true institution for the inhabitants of the Senegalese capital. Located in the heart of Dakar, close to the Sandaga market, "Bant Ya" represented much more than just a dining s…Dakar · Dakar Read Article

Senegal's Layene Sufi Muslims celebrate Prophet Muhammad's birthday

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Thousands gathered in Dakar's Yoff neighbourhood to mark the day with chanting and prayers.Africa · Dakar Read Article

Serigne Moustapha Attacks some Ustaz and Treats Them as "Al Oustate"

During the ceremony of the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PSL), Serigne Mustapha Sy, spiritual guide of the Mostarchidine community, gave a strong speech addressing directly to some religious whom he called "Outates", a critical term merging "Oustaz" and "Dirty".Dakar · Dakar Read Article

Senegal’s Layene Sufi brotherhood celebrates Mawlid in Dakar

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Thousands of members of Senegal’s Layene Sufi brotherhood gathered overnight Thursday in Dakar to mark the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, known as Mawlid, with prayers.Islam · Dakar See the Story

The Note of the Autonomous Port of Dakar Lowered, Light on a Complex Situation for Waly Diouf Bodiang

On 29 August 2025, the GCR Ratings agency lowered the long-term and short-term ratings of the Port of Dakar as well as that of its 60 billion CFAF bond. This decision highlights the port's vulnerability to country risk and underlines the urgent need to strengthen its financial flexibility. For its managing director, Waly Diouf Bodiang, this revision is a warning signal in a context where modernisation ambitions remain a priority. Indeed, despite…Dakar · Dakar Read Article

Africa’s youth, tech, and green innovators reshape the continent’s business future

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Africa’s Youth Take the Lead in Transforming Agriculture. Dakar Forum Highlights Innovation, Jobs, and Climate-Smart Solutions while Africa’s tech scene is reaching a new stage of maturity, with startups expanding overseas and exporting their solutionsAgriculture · Dakar Read Article

Marvel Ndoye Reframes Fadilou Keita: "You Owe a Lot to Former Political Prisoners"

The media release of Fadilou Keita, general manager of the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC), on the status of former political prisoners continues to arouse strong reactions. In a public contribution, activist Marvel Ndoye did not chew his words, accusing the political leader of minimizing the suffering of those who paid a heavy toll in the fight against the old regime. "Dear Fadilou Keita, a famous quote tells us: you must suffer to und…Dakar · Dakar Read Article

Kenya, Nigeria Scientists Win 2025 Africa Food Prize at African Food Systems Forum 2025 in Dakar - Farmers Review Africa

Two scientists have been honoured with the 2025 Africa Food Prize, sharing the continent’s most prestigious award for agricultural innovation during the African Food Systems Forum 2025 in Dakar, Senegal. Professor Mary Abukutsa-Onyango of Kenya and Dr. Mercy Diebiru-Ojo of Nigeria were jointly named laureates on September 3, 2025, in recognition of their pioneering work […] The post Kenya, Nigeria Scientists Win 2025 Africa Food Prize at African…Innovation · Dakar Read Article

Kenyan Women Shine at 2025 WAYA Awards, Lead Africa’s Agricultural Innovation

Kenyan women entrepreneurs Mathildah Amollo and Joyce Waithira Rugano won top awards at the 2025 Women Agripreneurs WAYA ceremony held in Dakar, Senegal.Entrepreneurs · Dakar See the Story

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Kenyan Women Shine at 2025 WAYA Awards, Lead Africa’s Agricultural Innovation

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