As climate changes, some African countries that rely on grain imports, like Senegal, are looking to indigenous grains like fonio that thrive in drier soil
Arrest comes after journalist published articles about rape charges facing main opposition leader Ousmane Sonko
Lawsuit against Touba Proteine Marine fishmeal factory accused it of polluting town of Cayar’s air, soil and water
Eighth annual conference is focused on redefining role international partners play in promoting stability in Africa
Some hope new ecotourism sector will allow the country to profit from its natural resources without harming them
Eleven former security officials are accused of orchestrating a 2009 attack on protesters in which at least 100 were raped and 150 killed
U.S. special envoy for climate John Kerry reiterated the importance of partnerships in the battle against the climate crisis while in Senegal
Political analysts say that when it comes to corruption in Liberia, the three officials are just the tip of the iceberg
Critics, rights groups say move threatens Guinea’s return to democratic rule
One of Africa’s longest-running separatist conflicts takes a step toward resolution
Conservationists are skeptical latest ban on trafficking will be enforced, but they see glimmer of hope from recent international agreement
Senegal suffers from rampant plastic pollution, coastal erosion and plummeting fish stocks
Tensions reached a tipping point Friday over the government decision to keep the opposition off the ballot in the coming legislative elections
The latest incident involved the death of at least 11 babies after a fire broke out in a neonatal ward
The 14th edition of the Dakar Biennale features the work of hundreds of artists from around the world, ranging from immersive installations to costumed performances
The attacks have included widespread killings, rapes and IEDs along main roads
Conde and 26 of his former officials are accused of murder, rape, kidnapping and other crimes
Africa attracted a record $7.4 billion in private capital in 2021, more than double the year before
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