Senegal banned single-use plastics a year ago, but the regulation has been poorly enforced and plastic waste still litters the coastline and threatens health
Déby was regarded as an essential ally by the West in the fight against terrorism. His death leaves security experts worried about what comes next.
Critics say Benin’s reputation as a stable democracy has eroded under President Patrice Talon, who is likely to be re-elected
The protests follow the arrest of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko for rape; he says the charge is politically motivated
ElleSolaire has installed solar-powered lights, fans, and mobile phone chargers at 23 remote clinics since the start of the coronavirus pandemic
ElleSolaire has installed solar-powered lights, fans, and mobile phone chargers at 23 remote clinics since COVID-19
The president has not provided any explanation or indication as to when a new government would be formed
In a country where only half the population is literate, art is helping to spread the word about best hygiene practices and social distancing
The patient is a Frenchman living in Senegal who returned from a vacation to France on February 26.
Secretary of State will visit country this weekend to highlight US investment in West Africa’s security and economy sectors
FGM is practiced in 30 countries throughout Africa, the Middle East and Asia, as well as among migrants from those regions
Government officials in West Africa are on alert after a suspected case was reported in Ivory Coast
Streets and city squares are aglow with holiday lights and storefronts filled with tinsel and Christmas trees
Senegal, home to the largest mosque in West Africa and with a 95 % Muslim population, is widely recognized for its strict adherence to Islam. And yet each year at Christmas, streets and city squares are aglow with holiday lights and storefronts filled with tinsel and Christmas trees
Despite repeated promises by government officials to stop exploitation, Human Rights Watch reports thousands of children studying at Senegal's Quranic schools subjected to abuse, neglect, and forced begging
Berlin, Paris and London are common destinations for African artists seeking to establish their careers and build name recognition
Terrorist activity expands across Sahel, threat of extremism has grown in the country – so much so that United States government is ramping up efforts to help Senegal secure its borders
Lack of infrastructure and education surrounding proper waste disposal in Senegalese capital has resulted in piles of litter that plague city's streets and beaches
The partnership has resulted in the construction of several schools that have improved access to education for thousands of students
