Nepal: 797 bodies recovered after deadly floods
Authorities report a provisional toll of 797 bodies recovered after floods that struck Nepal and the Tibetan side on Wednesday. Some victims were buried before they could be identified.
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Nepal begins mass burials after deadly Himalayan floods
Nepal has begun burying hundreds of victims of floods that struck the Himalayas this week. Many bodies, swept away by a flow of rocks, ice and mud, cannot be identified.
Libya: UN-brokered agreement seeks to revive prospects for elections
Representatives from eastern and western Libya reached an agreement in Tripoli under United Nations auspices. The text aims to advance the organisation of national elections, subject to the reunification of the country’s two governments.
Nigeria: Opposition seeks common strategy for 2027 presidential election
A summit of opposition forces opens in Abuja on Monday, August 31, at the initiative of the G-100. The meeting is expected to lay the groundwork for cooperation against incumbent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, although no single candidate has yet been selected.
Gabon: Ten years after the 2016 post-election crisis, victims demand truth and justice
Ten years after the violence that followed the disputed announcement of Ali Bongo’s re-election in 2016, the true toll of the events remains unknown. Since the change of regime in 2023, victims have spoken out more freely, but their demands for truth and justice have received little consideration.
Niger: Niamey returns to relative calm after foiled mutiny
Two days after a foiled mutiny, the Nigerien capital experienced another relatively calm night. The clashes involving rebel soldiers and the presidential guard could nevertheless leave a lasting mark on the military.
IMF: Mercedes Vera Martin-led mission due to conclude in Dakar on September 1
The International Monetary Fund mission in Dakar, led by Mercedes Vera Martin, is due to conclude this Tuesday, September 1. The issue of a programme is presented as a key matter during this visit.
Moody’s downgrades Senegal from Caa1 to Caa2
Ratings agency Moody’s downgraded Senegal on Friday from Caa1 to Caa2. The move places the country one notch lower on the agency’s rating scale.
Fitch flags Senegalese banks’ growing exposure to government securities
Senegalese banks hold an increasing share of government securities issued by the state, according to Leral. Fitch Ratings believes the situation carries a contagion risk.
2027 Budget: Decisions Expected Before October, According to Leral
Preparations for the 2027 finance bill are taking place in a context Leral describes as unprecedented. The outlet points in particular to high debt levels and the absence of an IMF programme.
Grand Canyon: about 15 people sought after flash flood
A flash flood hit the Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area of Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona. Authorities are continuing search and evacuation operations to locate people they have been unable to contact.
Negotiations between Washington and Tehran remain deadlocked
Talks between the United States and Iran have failed to yield results despite mediation efforts, notably by Oman. Washington is now said to favour economic pressure, while a meeting of G20 finance ministers is taking place in the United States.
In Palau, Pacific summit under pressure from rivalries over Taiwan
Leaders of Pacific island nations are meeting in Palau for the Pacific Islands Forum amid tensions between Beijing and Taipei. Climate, food and security issues nevertheless remain at the heart of island states’ expectations.
Chelsea in talks with Monaco over Lamine Camara
Chelsea and AS Monaco discussed Lamine Camara’s situation during a meeting, according to Senego. The Senegalese midfielder is reportedly being monitored amid the possibility of Enzo Fernandez leaving for Manchester City.
Medical campaign held for detained minors at Hann remand and correctional facility
Minors detained at the Hann Remand and Correctional Facility benefited from a health initiative led by MONCAP SANTÉ and volunteer medical professionals. Consultations, screenings, specialised care, medicines and prevention activities were on the programme.
Bignona named as pilot site for Level 2 military hospital
Armed Forces Minister Yankoba Diémé has announced plans for a Level 2 military hospital in Bignona. He also discussed several infrastructure projects in Fogny, including the Bignona-Djibidione road and the Sindian health centre.
Transfer window: Filipe Luis remains hopeful over Lamine Camara
Filipe Luis has not ruled out developments in Lamine Camara’s situation before the transfer window closes. He believes the circumstances could still change by then.
Gabon: ten years after the 2016 post-election crisis, France’s role remains under question
The crisis that followed Ali Bongo’s disputed re-election in 2016 remains marked by an unconfirmed human toll. Complaints concerning France’s role during that period are still under investigation in Paris.
Flooding and difficult access: Residents of Darou Thioub and several housing estates raise alarm
The Local Development Committee for the Oasis, Port, Ancar, Solution and Air France housing estates, as well as the village of Darou Thioubou, has reported access problems and flood risks during the rainy season. It is calling for urgent action to restore water drainage.
Casamance: MP Bakary Diédhiou responds to Yancoba Diémé
A political controversy has been reported in Casamance involving MP Bakary Diédhiou and Yancoba Diémé. According to PressAfrik, the parliamentarian responded firmly to remarks or a position taken by Yancoba Diémé.
Alioune Badara Cissé, a legacy of dialogue and mediation
Since his death on 28 August 2020, Alioune Badara Cissé has been associated, in a commemorative text, with a political practice based on listening and dialogue. A lawyer, diplomat, former minister and former Mediator of the Republic, he held several positions in the service of the state.
United States announces new strikes against Iranian launchers on Larak Island
The United States has carried out new strikes in Iran, the first in a month according to reports by Le Monde and Yahoo Actualités. The US military command for the Middle East said it targeted two Iranian launchers on Larak Island.
Premier League: Bruno Fernandes leads Manchester United against Ipswich
Manchester United claimed their first win of the season by beating Ipswich Town 5-2. Bruno Fernandes, the Red Devils captain, scored a hat-trick and provided an assist.
Weather: Calm evening expected across Senegal
The evening is expected to remain calm in Dakar and across the rest of Senegal. No widespread thunderstorms are forecast overnight into the morning of Monday, August 31, 2026.