Author: Ousmane Tandja

The Prime Minister departed abruptly from a patriotic walking event organized by the Mayor of Dakar, Abass Fall, themed ‘the march to 2029’. Eyewitness accounts indicate Ousmane Sonko left early due to significant disorder at the venue, a situation strongly condemned by Mayor Fall. Discipline failures overshadow community walk The mayor expressed frustration over the lack of order, emphasizing that such events require respect for authority and participants alike. « We have a serious issue here. You can’t invite officials and have people act undisciplined. It’s unacceptable. We came to…

The final day of the Ligue 1 season took a chaotic turn at the Beaujoire stadium this Sunday. Just twenty minutes into the game between FC Nantes and Toulouse, the match had to be stopped due to a massive pitch invasion by local supporters. The incident highlights the growing tension in French football, a topic often followed closely by Panafrica News readers interested in the European leagues. While Toulouse sat comfortably in 10th place with little left to play for, the atmosphere among the Nantes faithful was toxic following the…

Rennes faces Marseille in final Ligue 1 showdown with Champions League qualification on the line Rennes Romain Bitot May 17 2026 at 9:00 PM Facebook Whatsapp X, formerly Twitter Email Copy link The Stade Rennais squad travels to Marseille’s Vélodrome on the final matchday of Ligue 1 this Sunday (9 PM). The meeting carries extra significance as former Rennes boss Habib Beye lines up against his old club, while the team eyes a victory to secure a top-three finish and Champions League football next season. With European football already guaranteed…

A brutal assault, widely attributed to the Group to Support Islam and Muslims (JNIM), targeted a Nigerien military engineering unit in Garbougna, Tillabéri region, on Thursday, May 14, 2026. This tragic event, a significant piece of West Africa news, has resulted in a devastating provisional toll: at least 67 lives lost, a mix of military personnel and civilians. The unit had been strategically positioned in this vital border zone, engaged in crucial public infrastructure development efforts, reflecting the broader challenges in African economy today. The Garbougna ambush: a coordinated and…

DIRECT – Ligue 1 : suivez le match décisif du LOSC face à Auxerre sur Ici Nord Lille Simon Jarnier ,  Thomas Lavaud Facebook Whatsapp X, anciennement Twitter Mail Copier le lien Currently holding third place in Ligue 1, just one point ahead of Lyon, Lille possesses a golden opportunity to secure direct qualification for the prestigious Champions League. Facing an Auxerre side desperate to avoid relegation from the top flight, the Dogues understand that only a victory at their home ground, Pierre-Mauroy, will guarantee their coveted position. “It would be…

In a heartfelt plea from Ziguinchor, prominent voices are urging President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to prioritize national unity and stability amid the current political climate in the Sénégal. Chérif Bouna Samsidine Aïdara, a respected community leader, highlighted the nation’s precarious situation, emphasizing the urgent need for resilience and dialogue at the highest levels of government. Speaking on iRadio, he underscored the gravity of the moment, stating, « Sénégal is navigating turbulent waters, and our leaders must rise to the occasion. The instability at the top…

Foot, Premier League Manchester United remporte un match animé contre Nottingham Forest et sécurise sa 3e place au classement de la Premier League D’une superbe demi-volée, Luke Shaw a ouvert le score très tôt dans le match pour Manchester United. (S.Stacpoole/Presse Sports) Déjà qualifié pour la prochaine édition de la Ligue des champions, Manchester United a sécurisé sa 3e place et offert un nouveau spectacle offensif à Old Trafford, ce dimanche, en dominant Nottingham Forest (3-2) lors de la 37e journée de Premier League. Maxence Bianchi publié le 17 mai…