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World Press Photo Competition 2012 Winners
The winners of the 55th annual World Press Photo competition are announced in Amsterdam, naming Samuel Aranda from Spain, of Corbis Images, as the overall winner for a picture of a Yemeni woman tending to an injured relative after anti-government protests in Sana'a. This image of the aftermath of the tsunami in Japan in April, 2011 by Yasuyoshi ... (more)
Today (Aujourd'hui): Berlin Film Review
BERLIN For a film about a day of atonement and reckoning in anticipation of impending death, Alain Gomis ' Today is laced with surprising moments of lightness amid the melancholy tenderness.
Senegalese President Abdoulaye Wade's rise and rule
Today, the bid for re-election by the 85 year old increasingly looks as if it could threaten Senegal's stability.
Idrissa Diop: An Afro-Latin Anthem
In Idrissa Diop's "Bamba," an infectious chorus hits over joyous horns and a grinding rhythm that seems light while never letting up.
Clashes in Senegal between police, youth
DAKAR, Senegal -; An opposition official in Senegal says police fired tear gas in a regional capital where the country's president was attempting to hold a campaign rally.
Senegal president spends $200K to lobby U.S.
People opposed to Mr. Wade remaining in office gathered in Dakar on Jan. 31 to protest the court ruling allowing the nation's elderly leader to run for a third term.
Clashes in Senegal between police, protesters
DAKAR, Senegal - An opposition official in Senegal says police fired tear gas in a regional capital where the country's president was attempting to hold a campaign rally.
Senegal sack coach Amara Traore following Africa Cup of Nations failure
Senegal opposition marches against Wade
THOUSANDS of Senegalese opposition supporters have marched through central Dakar to ratchet up the pressure for President Abdoulaye Wade to abandon his bid for a controversial third term in office.
Senegal opposition signs anti-Wade pact
Dakar: Senegalese President Abdoulaye Wade's main rivals pledged on Saturday to campaign together in an effort to force him to withdraw from an election next month.
For crying out loud, leave Senegal alone; go home Grandpa Wade
How the Senegalese, especially those thronging the streets and getting fatally shot at, must be wishing that Mr Abdoulaye Wade would just disappear, preferably six feet under.
In December 2011, the Ministry of Health of Cameroon notified WHO of a yellow fever outbreak in the North Region of the country.
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Senegal: Youth On the Streets for Change
Dakar - "I never thought Senegal would get to a stage when the police would beat us and shoot at us just because we are asking the president to leave power.
Senegal: Pillay Urges Govt & Supporters to Renounce Violence
GENEVA – The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay on Thursday expressed concern about possible use of excessive force by the authorities in the Senegalese capital Dakar, and in other towns, and warned that the country's strong tradition of peaceful, democratic elections could be jeopardized if the authorities mishandle the ... (more)
Hoboken students learn of African culture at special presentation
A lucky group of Hoboken students had the opportunity of a hands-on experience featuring African culture, right from their classroom.
Senegal counts on 'African spring'
Ban KI-Moon As a child in South Korea, Ban Ki-moon wrote a letter to the UN secretary-general regarding the... Now R561.95 buy now Dakar - Senegal's opposition is hoping that the cocktail of social discontent, a clinging leader and the threat of hereditary power that has sparked deadly riots can also kindle a successful "African Spring". Having ... (more)
Senegal: U.S. Legal Firm Helps Wade Fight for Third Term
Washington, DC - An Atlanta-based law firm with an extensive practice with U.S. government agencies in Washington has been assisting Senegalese President Abdoulaye Wade with his controversial bid to seek a third term of office.