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Cheikh Mouhamadoul Macky Cheikh Ibrahima Niass, known as Papa Macky, has died in Morocco, according to Senego. The death of Cheikh Ibrahima Niass’s son has plunged the Médina Baye community into mourning.
Arrests are under way in Niger after a mutiny in Niamey over the weekend. Authorities say they regained control of the situation on Saturday evening and have announced the arrest of most of the mutineers.
Russian strikes are continuing in Ukraine. According to Franceinfo, Russia’s defence minister said massive attacks targeting Ukraine’s energy sector were being prepared in the coming weeks.
The Mouride caliph general lost Sokhna Amy Mbacké on 5 August, followed by Serigne Ibrahima Mbacké on 1 September in an accident on the Louga road. In a message relayed from his spiritual retreat, he urged worshippers to pray from their homes.
Rokhaya Fall, known as “Rox” on TikTok, has been taken into custody along with Khadiatou Kébé, known as “Jessica”, and Fati Fall, nicknamed “Narou”, in a case involving allegations of insults, threats and the dissemination of personal data.
Content creator Rox la Chancelière, whose real name is Rokhaya Fall, was taken into custody after being questioned by the Special Cybersecurity Division, according to Senego. Two other people are also subject to the measure in the same proceedings.
Several areas of Touba continue to face flooding and traffic difficulties. While residents are calling for the water to be drained quickly, the Directorate for Flood Prevention and Management says work is under way.
Lionel Messi announced on Monday that he is retiring from international football with Argentina. At 39, the player has prompted reactions of sadness and gratitude after a final campaign ending in defeat in the final.
Mohamed Ayib Salim Daffé, described by PressAfrik as the president of Pastef’s parliamentary group, spoke during the general policy statement. The available information does not specify the content of his remarks.
Two reports published on September 1 point to a move involving Iliman Ndiaye and Manchester City. Seneweb says the Senegal international has completed his medical, while SO FOOT refers to a major deal without specifying the amount.
According to an article published by Wiwsport, Chelsea have reportedly made a €45 million offer for Lamine Camara. The information provided does not specify the player's position or his club's stance on the proposal.
Media outlet Leral reports that Ousmane Sonko dismissed the existence of “discord” and “tension” surrounding the General Policy Statement (DPG). The information provided does not make it possible to specify the context of this statement or the timetable for the DPG.
The Autonomous Union of Doctors, Pharmacists and Dental Surgeons of Senegal (Sames) has announced a total strike scheduled for September 8 and 9, according to PressAfrik. The outlet says the union has also set conditions, without detailing them in the information available.
A PressAfrik article reports that schools are reopening in the Democratic Republic of Congo amid several challenges. The information provided mentions Ebola, a strike and war, without specifying their scale or the areas affected.
An investigation by the Criminal Investigation Division (DIC) is examining the alleged embezzlement of internship allowances intended for seventh-year medical students at the Ministry of Health. According to information reported by Senego, citing Libération, the number of arrests has reportedly risen from two to seven.
The new school year will begin as scheduled on Tuesday 1 September in the Democratic Republic of Congo. However, conditions are expected to vary sharply between provinces affected by Ebola, the strike call by the Congo Teachers’ Union and territories controlled by the AFC/M23.
Seneweb reports that economist Pathé Thiombane spoke about the supplementary finance law, the general policy statement and Moody’s rating. The information provided does not detail his analysis or conclusions.
Boulaye Dia is expected to leave Lazio to join Stade Rennais, according to a report by Wiwsport. No details of the deal have been provided in the available information.
The United States has added Abdoulaye Seye, a Senegalese legal officer at the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, to its sanctions list. The Senegalese government expressed deep concern and reaffirmed its commitment to the ICC’s independence.
Referred to by the President of the Republic, the Constitutional Council struck down the law governing special funds. According to information reported by Leral, the ruling found two violations of Article 82.
In Diamniadio, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye received the Olympic Village and the Equestrian Centre, according to Afrique7. Meanwhile, the National Police are stepping up their security preparations ahead of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, Leral reports.
Donald Trump said on Friday that he had reached an agreement with Venezuela to obtain 65 billion barrels of oil. Washington is expected to rely on Alejandro Betancourt, a businessman whose fortune is linked to Chavismo, as an intermediary.
Liverpool have reportedly had two bids for Ismaïla Sarr rejected by Crystal Palace. According to information reported by Senego, the London club are now asking for £75 million, or around €88 million, for the Senegalese winger.
According to France 24, Bradley Barcola is leaving Paris Saint-Germain to join Liverpool. The outlet describes the deal as a record fee for a Ligue 1 transfer, without specifying the amount in the available information.