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Senegal coach Pape Thiaw to share CAN Morocco 2025 experiences Pape Thiaw, head coach of the Senegal national football team, is set to unveil a video offering his first official commentary on his tenure during the recent African Cup of Nations campaign. The announcement, shared across his social platforms, hints at an intimate recounting of his journey with the Lions. The Senegalese tactician described the experience as « an extraordinary adventure, » emphasizing the depth of stories within a larger narrative. « Many tales exist within one great story. I’ve chosen to share mine, » he stated, titling the upcoming video « The Lion’s Den. » Through this upcoming release, Thiaw aims to provide supporters with an exclusive glimpse into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of his leadership—enc...

The Senegalese U17 national team secured a crucial 1-0 victory in a friendly match against Tunisia this Thursday. The young Lions, led by coach Lamine Sané, dominated the game at the Hammam Lif Municipal Stadium as part of their final preparations for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026. a solid defensive display and a decisive goal The Senegalese squad, featuring players from Ndangane FC and other local academies, showcased strong defensive organization under Sané’s guidance. Captain Assane Sarr, stationed in goal, anchored the backline alongside defenders Cheikh Dieng, Cheikh Thior, Abdourahmane Dièye, and Thierno Sow. In midfield, the trio of Mahamet Ba, Sébastien Nogueira, and Ibrahima Sow worked tirelessly to control the tempo, while the attacking trio of Sega Fall Mbodji, Ma...

A significant dispute is currently unfolding between Togo's political establishment and its judiciary. At the core of this contention lies the alleged failure to implement a ruling by the Lomé Court of Appeal, which mandated the release of thirteen detainees. Amidst allegations of arbitrary actions and considerations of national security, the nation finds itself grappling with a deepening institutional trust deficit.The core of the dispute: an ignored judicial decree?The situation escalated to national prominence after opposition groups, including the Dynamique Monseigneur Kpodzro (DMK), the Dynamique pour la Majorité du Peuple (DMP), and the Togo Debout (TPAMC) movement, publicly condemned the continued incarceration of thirteen individuals, despite a judicial decision favoring their libe...

Despite official narratives touting the National Development Plan and robust macroeconomic growth, ground realities contradict this optimistic outlook for Faure Gnassingbé's administration. A recent Afrobarometer survey reveals a struggling Togo, with a striking 62% of its populace believing the nation is on a detrimental path. The chasm between governing elites and ordinary citizens appears unprecedented, fueled by soaring severe poverty, inadequate water access, and critical healthcare deficiencies.This stark assessment of public discontent has undoubtedly reached decision-makers in Lomé. Over six out of ten Togolese now perceive the nation as moving in the wrong direction, an alarming eleven-point surge since 2021. This isn't fleeting skepticism but a deep-seated disillusionment with ec...

The Senegalese U17 national football team is gearing up for a high-stakes mission at the upcoming CAN U17 2026 tournament in Morocco, scheduled from May 13 to June 2. The Lionceaux (Lion Cubs) are determined to reclaim their dominance after a disappointing quarter-final exit in the previous edition. Under the guidance of former Senegal international coach Lamine Sané, the team faces a challenging Group D alongside Ghana, South Africa, and Algeria. Senegal u17 squad faces tough competition in group d The draw has set a daunting path for Senegal, with each match carrying high stakes. A single misstep could derail their campaign, especially in a group where Algeria, Ghana, and South Africa are all capable of pushing the Lionceaux to their limits. The pressure is on to secure top two position...

The political honeymoon at the highest levels of the Sénégal government appears to be transitioning into a period of harsh realpolitik. The weekend of May 2 and 3, 2026, represented a significant symbolic shift in the partnership between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko. By publicly addressing his disagreements with the Pastef party and declaring his readiness for a "separation" if national interests demanded it, the head of state shattered the image of an inseparable alliance. Between presidential autonomy and partisan discipline, Sénégal is watching closely as a new political landscape begins to take shape. A weekend of political clarification A specific comment made during a national press interview ignited a media firestorm. Previously, the officia...

Colonel Assimi Goïta has formally assumed the duties of Defense Minister, in addition to his role as Head of State, thereby finalizing the centralization of authority in Bamako. This move is more than just an administrative change; it signals a deeper vulnerability: a hampered chain of command and an increasingly ineffective military approach. With the recent loss of Kidal to the Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimeen (JNIM) and the Forces de Libération de l'Azawad (FLA), coupled with doubts about the effectiveness of its Russian allies, Mali finds itself navigating unprecedented instability.In Bamako, the path now leads directly to Koulouba, the presidential palace. By simultaneously holding the presidency and the defense portfolio, Colonel Assimi Goïta transcends merely setting political ...

Mali’s recent turmoil, marked by coordinated attacks on April 25, has exposed deeper fractures in regional security frameworks. While the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—was designed as a bulwark against insurgency, its effectiveness remains theoretical. Meanwhile, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), from which Bamako withdrew in early 2025, struggles to regain relevance after its failed military intervention in Niger. The void left by these shifting alliances has left the region in a strategic limbo, with no clear path forward. Security analyst Bakary Sambe, director of the Timbuktu Institute and lecturer at the University of Saint-Louis in Senegal, highlights the gravity of the situation. The attacks in Kati, which claimed the ...

Football enthusiasts across West Africa are buzzing with news that Omar Daf, the seasoned Senegalese coach, has thrown his hat into the ring for the vacant Mali national team manager position. The announcement comes just weeks after the former international defender parted ways with French club Amiens, leaving him free to pursue new challenges. According to reports from GalaxySN.com and corroborated by local Malian media outlets, Omar Daf has officially submitted his candidacy. The Malian Football Federation (FMF) initiated its search for a successor to Tom Saintfiet, whose tenure ended following the team’s early exit from the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals. Omar Daf’s profile stands out due to his extensive experience in European football. Having managed clubs like Sochaux, Dijon,...

The former president of the Constitutional Court, Théodore Holo, has shared his perspective on the generational transition following the election of Romuald Wadagni as the nation's leader. The professor of public law indicated that the initial trajectory of the president-elect appears highly promising for the future of the country. A dual focus on infrastructure and civil liberties One of the key aspects praised by Théodore Holo is the commitment to balancing physical development with the preservation of fundamental rights. He believes that a nation cannot truly progress unless infrastructure growth is paired with a deep respect for human rights. According to his analysis, the strategic priorities of the new administration—specifically regarding governance, security, and political dialogu...