Tourism minister says language is vehicle for unity, identity

Abdou Jobe was speaking recently as he presided over the official opening of the second edition of the International Soninkara Language Day (ISLD) held at the Youth Monument, West Field. However, this year’s event was held on the theme ‘digital...

The great silence surrounding marital rape in Senegal

Women demonstrate to demand the criminalisation of rape. Screenshot from the WF1tv – Women First YouTube channel By Bowel Diop Gender-based violence, including marital rape, occurs worldwide, and often, the perpetrators are the victim's husband....

Senegalese researchers say Lake Retba returns to pink, thanks to salt-algae growth

DAKAR, Sept. 29 (Xinhua) -- Senegal's Lake Retba, which lost its distinctive color due to flooding in 2022, has regained its signature pink hue, a phenomenon closely linked to the proliferation of salt-loving algae, researchers at Cheikh Anta Diop...

Senegal Issues Warrant For ‘Fugitive’ Journalist

Authorities in Senegal have issued an international arrest warrant for a journalist who disobeyed orders not to leave the country, the country’s interior ministry said late Friday. READ ALSO: French Army Leaves Senegal Ending Military Presence In...

December 2025 Travel Guide – What Every Tourist Should Know ...

When tourists arrive in Ghana, their first stop is usually Accra, the bustling capital. Accra is more than just a gateway—it is a city that offers a glimpse into Ghana’s culture, commerce, and lifestyle. But for many visitors, the real journey...

Kenya and Zambia battle mpox spikes as African countries manage multiple health threats

Though some of Africa’s biggest mpox hot spots continue to see downward trends, fresh spikes are occurring in other countries such as Kenya and Zambia. Meanwhile, local spread is now suspected in Senegal, following an earlier detection of an...

See the full list of 2025 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award recipients 

The 12th annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards will honor global humanitarians on Saturday, Nov. 8. This year's event also helps kick off the Muhammad Ali Center's 20th anniversary celebration. Honorees include Ford Foundation President Darren...

The Luxury Collection Debuts in Singapore with the Unveiling of The Laurus

The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott International’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces that, as of today, The Laurus, a Luxury Collection Resort, joins the prestigious The Luxury Collection brand as the first property...

Pakistan's three musical maestros nominated for AKMA

KARACHI: The finalists for the Aga Khan Music Awards (AKMA) 2025 have been announced, bringing global attention to a diverse line-up of artists whose work reflects both tradition and innovation. Among the 22 nominees from around the world, three...

Next stop for college grad? Senegal, as a Peace Corps member

NEWNAN, Ga. — Ansley Carpenter, a recent college graduate from Coweta County, is set to embark on a significant journey as she joins the Peace Corps. “I was sitting in the school library with one of my friends when it came in. I could not believe...

What is chikungunya virus? French holiday hotspot hit with over 100 cases amid warning to tourists

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

In Senegal’s shadow, The Gambia still waits in hope for oil

- Advertisement - By Sheriff Bojang Jr Caught between its next-door neighbour’s oil boom and its own string of dry wells, The Gambia, one of Africa’s smallest nations, has seen oil become as much about politics and perception as geology. For more...

Cape Verde vs The Gambia; two West African countries locked in battle for tourist dollar - part one

When one thinks of West Africa it is rarely in connection with vacations - especially beach holidays, and certainly not upmarket ones. But the region contains two countries: one a tiny crop of mainland surrounded by another country with a small...

The new diplomatic move made by former Senegalese president, Macky Sall

Whether one appreciates him or not, Macky Sall continues to demonstrate that he remains an essential figure on the international diplomatic scene. Since leaving power, the former Senegalese president has not put his ambitions away: he travels the...

British tourist forced to watch as migrants flood Spanish resort - before deadly brawl erupts

A British tourist has told of how his Spanish holiday was left in shambles after witnessing a deadly brawl break out after a group of migrants stormed the beaches of the resort. The migrants, who arrived on a small boat just moments before, began...

Shocking moment British tourists watch as migrants stream into Spanish resort - 'before brawl leaves one dead at hotel'

A British man claimed his holiday to a Spanish resort turned into a nightmare when a group of migrants arrived on a dinghy at the beach just outside his hotel. The migrants were running through the hotel's courtyard to get to the other side of the...

Should "Plaintiff … Have to Travel from Mauritania to Louisville … for His Deposition"?

Plaintiff Yacoub Ould Sidya resides in Mauritania in Western Africa. But he initiated this defamation lawsuit in the Western District of Kentucky. The question before the Court is whether Plaintiff should have to travel from Mauritania to...

2025 Travel Noire Awards Nominees: Best Black-Owned Luxury Resort/Hotel

As the hospitality industry continues to evolve, Black-owned luxury accommodations are making strides with their world-class service and cultural perspectives. The Travel Noire Awards celebrate these achievements by recognizing exceptional...

Changing the narrative: Black travel collectives redefine who ‘belongs’ 

By Megan Sayles AFRO Staff Writer msayles@afro.com For decades, the mainstream travel industry has often overlooked the unique interests, safety concerns and cultural experiences valued by Black travelers. Now, a growing number of Black-led travel...

Morocco rolls out temporary travel authorization for AFCON 2025

Morocco is tightening its entry rules ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, introducing a temporary electronic travel authorization for citizens of eight African countries. From September 25, 2025, until January 25, 2026, travelers from...