Tag: Senegal
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Senegal singer Balla Sidibe of Orchestra Baobab dies
Senegalese singer Balla Sidibe - a founding member of the Orchestra Baobab - has died in Dakar.The country's musical association said Sidibe was in...
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Senegalese president goes into quarantine
Senegal's President Macky Sall has quarantined himself after coming in contact with someone who tested positive for coronavirus.The president tested negative but will self-isolate...
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Senegal eases coronavirus restrictions as cases rise
Senegal is easing coronavirus restrictions starting Tuesday, including reopening of mosques and churches.Mosques are now allowed to reopen for prayers during the holy month...
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Senegal extends state of emergency for coronavirus
Senegalese President Macky Sall has extended for 30 days the state of emergency introduced throughout the country in response to the new coronavirus, the...
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Senegal launches wind power plant as part of its commitment to renewable energy
As part of its plan to push for more renewable energy, Senegal inaugurated what it describes as West Africa's largest wind power plant on...
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US Hails Senegal as ‘Anchor of Democracy’ in West Africa
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is in Senegal, where he will hold talks with President Macky Sall focused on strengthening security ties and promoting...
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Senegal’s Mbaye Diagne is punished for Club Bruges penalty miss
Senegal's Mbaye Diagne has been dropped and fined by Belgian side Club Bruges for missing a penalty as they lost 1-0 to Paris St-Germain...
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