Waly Diouf Bodiang departs from the Autonomous Port of Dakar

After a swift dismissal by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Waly Diouf Bodiang formally concluded his tenure as Director General of the Autonomous Port of Dakar yesterday. A staunch ally of Ousmane Sonko, Bodiang was a founding member of the Pastef political movement. His exit marks the end of an era at the port authority.

Heavy rainfall warnings for Kolda and Kaffrine

Meteorological forecasts indicate a high likelihood of heavy rainfall tonight across the Kolda-Kaffrine corridor. Kolda faces a 63% chance of precipitation, while Kaffrine stands at 61%. Local authorities have activated emergency protocols to prepare communities for potential flooding and infrastructure challenges.

New national team coach announcement set for Tuesday

Abdoulaye Fall, President of the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), will unveil the successor to Pape Thiaw during a press conference at the Léopold Sédar Senghor Stadium. The coaching vacancy has remained unfilled since the former coach stepped down on July 11, 2026.

Souleymane Jules Diop addresses political funds controversy

Fresh scrutiny surrounds the management of political funds allocated to the Prime Minister’s office. Souleymane Jules Diop has raised concerns about the “Aide et Secours” fund, questioning its accessibility and transparency under successive administrations.

Gamou 2026 festivities scheduled for August 25

Following the lunar observation, religious authorities have confirmed that the Gamou celebrations will commence on August 25, 2026. The Burd ceremony, marking the beginning of the festivities, will take place on August 14.

Dakar-Bamako corridor reforms under review

A delegation from the Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) is evaluating bottlenecks along the Dakar-Bamako trade route. Key issues include 15-kilometer-long truck queues and deteriorating road conditions that disrupt regional commerce.