Tag: Senegal

  • D’TIGERS READY TO GO AGAINST SENEGAL

    D’TIGERS READY TO GO AGAINST SENEGAL

    Nigeria’s D’Tigers, after an undefeated 3–0 run in the group stage, are preparing for a crucial AfroBasket 2025 quarterfinal against Senegal in Luanda, Angola. Nigeria dominated Group B with wins over Madagascar, Tunisia, and Cameroon, and aims to continue their strong performance. Senegal, a five-time champion, advanced with a 2–1 group record and defeated South…

  • FRANCE WITHDRAWS LAST MILITARY BASE IN SENEGAL AFTER 65 YEARS

    FRANCE WITHDRAWS LAST MILITARY BASE IN SENEGAL AFTER 65 YEARS

    France has officially returned its last two military bases to Senegalese authorities, marking the end of a 65-year military presence in the country.   The handover ceremony in Dakar was overseen by General Mbaye Cissé and French military officials, symbolizing a significant shift in the security partnership between the two nations.   General Cissé however,…

  • SENEGAL PUTS AN END TO AKON’s $6bn WAKANDA INSPIRED CITY PROJECT

    SENEGAL PUTS AN END TO AKON’s $6bn WAKANDA INSPIRED CITY PROJECT

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    Senegal has canceled Akon’s $6 billion plan to build “Akon City” on its Atlantic coast due to years of inaction and missed payments. Launched in 2020, the project aimed to create a tech-driven, solar-powered smart city but failed to progress, leading the government to reclaim most of the land.   Instead, Senegal plans to develop…