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Senegal's Faye backs former president Sall's bid for UN top job in U-turn

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has endorsed former president Macky Sall's candidacy to become the next United Nations secretary-general, the foreign ministry said on Monday, giving his predecessor crucial backing from his home country despite deep political divisions.

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The Clubs With the Most Goals Scored at the 2026 World Cup

A number of players from the biggest clubs in the world contributed to the highest scoring World Cup in history.

Sports Illustrated

Senegal changes course to back ex-leader Macky Sall as UN chief

The Senegalese government on Monday made a U-turn, announcing it would back former president Macky Sall’s candidacy to replace UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres when his term expires. The government had previously declined to throw its weight behind Sall, whom it accuses of deadly political repression while in office, but reversed…

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Ecowas appoints Senegal's Birame Diop to drive regional reforms

West African leaders have appointed Senegal's former defence minister, General Birame Diop, to lead the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) Commission, placing a military figure with extensive UN peacekeeping experience at the helm as the bloc seeks to recover from the departure of three member states.

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Project 'Afrika’: Inside Russia's propaganda machine

After a leak of confidential documents revealed how Russian agents have been placing hundreds of articles in French-speaking media outlets in West and Central Africa, FRANCE 24 travelled to Dakar, Senegal, to investigate this secret operation.

France 24

'Project Afrika': Inside Russia's propaganda machine

This week in Reporters: a special report by FRANCE 24's The Observers. After a leak of confidential documents revealed how Russian agents have been planting hundreds of articles in French-speaking media outlets in West and Central Africa, FRANCE 24 travelled to Dakar, Senegal, to investigate this secret operation. Nathan Gallo…

France 24

UN campaign trail takes former president Macky Sall back to Senegal

Senegal's former president Macky Sall returns home on Friday for the first time since leaving office in April 2024, in a visit tied to his bid to become the next UN secretary-general. But opponents say the violence that marked the final months of his mandate should disqualify him from the…

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Ranking France’s ‘Fabulous Five’ on Their World Cup Performances

France’s star-studded attack scored 16 times during its run to the semifinals.

Sports Illustrated

Training young people for jobs: insights from 9 African countries on what’s missing

Africa’s young population is often described as a demographic dividend: a potential economic advantage if young people can gain the skills and jobs needed to contribute productively. But for many young people, that promise is slipping away. They leave school or training and enter labour markets where formal jobs are…

The Conversation

The 10 best games of the 2026 World Cup so far

We've reached the business end of the 2026 World Cup with only seven games remaining - these matches have been the highlights so far

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Is Neymar the first to bookend his international career with goals at the same venue?

Plus: national team colours that are different from flags; Senegal’s goal difference record setters; and Scotland’s unbeaten 1974 tournament

The Guardian - UK

Africa’s wildlife laws follow a colonial model which separates people and animals: why it’s not working

Africa is home to many iconic national parks and marine reserves, such as Virunga in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niokolo-Koba in Senegal, Kruger National Park in South Africa and Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Many of them were established during the colonial era, and nearly half are still…

The Conversation

USA v Belgium tactical analysis: what’s Pochettino’s plan with Balogun available?

The sides meet Monday for a World Cup quarter-final spot, and the USMNT’s main goal threat is able to play after a shock reversal. Here’s what to know

The Guardian - US

Sahara vs Great Green Wall: An 8,000-km green belt is being built across Africa's Sahel region; aims to stop desert expansion

Africa's Great Green Wall is an 8,000-kilometre restoration initiative stretching from Senegal to Djibouti, aimed at reversing decades of desertification across the Sahel. Launched by the African Union in 2007, the project targets restoration of 100 million hectares of land, creation of 10 million jobs and improved food security for…

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The Best Performance of the 2026 World Cup Round of 32

There were several terrific matches in the round of 32, but one exceptional comeback shone brightest.

The Guardian - UK

For all Cape Verde’s heroics, Africa’s World Cup could and perhaps should have been better

Egypt and Morocco are in the last 16 after shootouts, but Africa’s pyramid appears to be getting broader rather than much higher

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 Brackets: Check the full round of 16 schedule in IST & US time. Download match fixtures here

FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 fixtures IST Time: Argentina narrowly advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, setting up a clash with Egypt. The knockout stage has already delivered thrilling upsets, including Belgium's dramatic comeback against Senegal and Portugal's victory powered by Cristiano Ronaldo. Spain…

France 24

‘A joy to watch’: World Cup fans embrace Les Bleus as Deschamps finally takes the brake off

After 14 years of pragmatic football under their risk-averse manager Didier Deschamps, World Cup favourites France have unleashed their full attacking potential for his last tournament at the helm, to the delight of French and other fans in awe of a formidable armada that includes the likes of Kylian Mbappé,…

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Belgium boss denies criticising African football after dramatic World Cup comeback win over Senegal

Rudi Garcia has clarified comments he made after Belgium’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Senegal

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Senegal midfielder Gueye refuses to play while coaching staff stay in charge

Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye announced he will not play any more international games for his country while the squad's coaching staff remains in charge.

The Economic Times

Soccer: Belgian fury fuels unlikely comeback to down unlucky Senegal

Belgium staged a dramatic comeback against Senegal, overturning a 2-0 deficit to secure a crucial victory. Despite a heated on-field argument between key players Youri Tielemans and Leandro Trossard, the duo later combined for the equalizer, with Romelu Lukaku adding another. Tielemans ultimately sealed the win with a penalty, showcasing…

France 24

World Cup 2026: Belgium and England escape elimination against Senegal and DR Congo

We've now seen two of the most thrilling games at the World Cup so far, with tears of joy for some, and of sadness and shock for others. Senegal were four minutes away from securing a place in the Round of 16 before Belgium turned their 2-0 deficit around to…

France 24

World Cup 2026: England struggle against DR Congo, Belgium beat Senegal

Harry Kane rescued England's campaign by scoring a brace to beat DR Congo (2-1). Belgium came from behind to overcome Senegal (3-2).

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US, Belgium and England all survive tough tests to reach World Cup Round of 16

England and Belgium narrowly escaped shock Round of 32 eliminations on Wednesday. Harry Kane's late double rescued England in a 2–1 win over DR Congo, while Belgium overturned a 2–0 deficit to edge Senegal 3–2 in extra time.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday? Latest results and Round of 16 qualifiers

FIFA 2026: Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout win, beating Ecuador 2-0. England narrowly escaped an upset, with Harry Kane's brace securing a 2-1 victory over DR Congo. Belgium staged a dramatic comeback, overcoming a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time. The United…

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