2024 is a Leap Year, but Why?
February 7, 2024
Ring in the Leap Year! That’s right, 2024 will see one additional day added to the month of February to maintain our common calendar over the years to come.
Recent News
Le Temoin – How Macky Sall’s Wife Influenced the Postponement of the Election
February 7, 2024
The CEO of Le Témoin, Mamadou Oumar Ndiaye (MON), has shed light on some hidden details of the institutional crisis in Senegal that led to the postponement of the presidential election. In his article titled ‘What transition after April 2?’, MON reveals a power struggle within the ruling party between President Macky Sall and his supporters and the Prime Minister-candidate and their supporters.
The Gambia Offers Visa-Free Entry to Saudi Nationals to Boost Investment, Trade, and Tourism
February 7, 2024
The government of the Republic of The Gambia has announced that it will grant visa-free entry to nationals of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, effective immediately. This decision aims to strengthen the already strong bilateral relations between the two countries and to facilitate and encourage travel of Saudi nationals to The Gambia for investment, trade, and tourism, in line with the aspirations of their respective leaders.
Senegalese MPs Abass Fall and Guy Marius Sagna Released After Detention
February 7, 2024
Senegalese members of parliament Abass Fall and Guy Marius Sagna have been released from custody, along with Gérard Koïta, according to their lawyer, Sheikh Khoureychi Bâ.
Courtroom Drama Continue to Unfold in Ongoing Trial of Ousainou Bojang
February 7, 2024
During Ousainou Bojang’s trial, Counsel Lamin J. Darboe revealed alleged threats from anti-crime officers, Sub-Inspector Jobe and Musa Bah, demanding the disclosure of the murder weapon’s location.
TRRC Cases – Justices Jaiteh and Jobarteh Assigned to the Special Criminal Division
February 7, 2024
Chief Justice Hassan Jallow has appointed Justices Sidi K. Jobarteh and Ebrima Jaiteh to the newly established Special Criminal Division of the High Court, as per judicial sources speaking with The Standard Newspaper. The division was established on January 26th of this year.
Veteran Politician Alhaji M.C Cham Arrested and Bailed for Alleged Firearm Possession
February 7, 2024
Alhaji Momodou Cadi Cham, an elderly politician and minister during the first republic, was reportedly found in possession of a handgun without a license on Monday, the Standar Newspaper reports. The veteran politician, estimated to be in his seventies, was searched during a police mobile traffic unit operation near the Denton Bridge.
Internet Access in Senegal – Mobile Data Working Again
February 7, 2024
Internet access in Senegal, via mobile data, was restored this Wednesday, February 7. Neither the Ministry of Communications nor the telephone operators have, however, officially made a public statement about the return of mobile data internet.
OFFICIAL – U.S Raises Concern About Postponement of Election in Senegal
February 7, 2024
The United States has expressed deep concern over the postponement of Senegal’s presidential election, originally scheduled for February 25, 2024.
UDP Says Macky Sall Sends Wrong Signals After Postponement of Presidential Election
February 6, 2024
The United Democratic Party (UDP) has voiced deep concern over President Macky Sall’s decision to postpone Senegal’s presidential elections, originally scheduled for February 25, 2024.
