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Boeing 737-300 Catches Fire And Skids Off Runway In Senegal

Boeing 737-300 incident in Senegal raises safety concerns after the aircraft caught fire and skidded off the runway, injuring ten people.

Boeing Passenger Plane Exits Runway In Senegal Injuring 11

Boeing Passenger Plane Exits Runway In Senegal Injuring 11

A Boeing passenger plane came off the runway during takeoff from Dakar international airport early Thursday, injuring 11 people and shutting the hub for almost 12 hours, its operator said.

International Business Times

Boeing 737: Plane skids off runway in Senegal, tyre bursts in Turkey

Boeing 737: Plane skids off runway in Senegal, tyre bursts in Turkey

Accidents involving Air Senegal, Corendon Airlines come as aircraft manufacturer in crisis over its poor safety record.

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Boeing 737 passenger jet skids off runway and crashes at airport in Senegal

Images show gaping hole in left engine of plane after wing burst into flames

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Senegalese unions voice numerous demands on their first Labour Day march in four years

After four years without a May Day parade because of Covid-19 among other strategic reasons, Senegal has organised a rally for Labour Day this year. This will be President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's first interface with trade unions.

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At least 50 people feared drowned after boat from Senegal sinks off Canary island

Nine people rescued from boat sailing perilous Atlantic route that reportedly left Senegal with 60 people onboard nine days ago

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Senegal's new leader calls for a rethink of the country's relationship with the EU

Senegal's new leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye has called for a rethink of the country's relationship with the EU during a visit by European Council President Charles Michel.

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Moving pictures: travelling cinema takes stories of ‘departures and dreams’ to Senegal

Moving pictures: travelling cinema takes stories of ‘departures and dreams’ to Senegal

Cinemovel is screening Oscar-nominated Io Capitano to packed houses around the country, highlighting the perils migrants face on the journey to Europe

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Senegal announces record cocaine seizure

Senegal announces record cocaine seizure

In tonight's edition: Senegal announces a record seizure of cocaine; the most ever intercepted on land by authorities. Over a ton of the illicit drug was confiscated from a truck near the border with Mali.

Sudan's Burhan says no return to pre-war era

Sudan's Burhan says no return to pre-war era

In tonight's edition: There's no turning back, says army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, as Sudan approaches the first anniversary of its brutal civil war. Also, Senegal's new leader has sparked hopes for big change and impactful progress, but few women have been given key posts in his government. And it's…

Joy, Relief As Senegal Ferry Link With Isolated South Resumes

Joy, Relief As Senegal Ferry Link With Isolated South Resumes

A ferry service between Senegal's capital Dakar and the southern city of Ziguinchor has resumed to the joy and relief of many who said its months-long suspension had cost them dearly.

International Business Times

European Parliament urges inquiry after Al Jazeera Senegal investigation

European Parliament urges inquiry after Al Jazeera Senegal investigation

Investigation revealed EU-trained Senegalese police tackling cross-border crime worked to quash pro-democracy protests.

Senegal’s youngest-ever president appoints ‘breakaway’ government

Senegal’s youngest-ever president appoints ‘breakaway’ government

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye named a new government on Friday, appointing a host of fresh faces to top roles following his landslide election win last month. According to Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, Faye’s former mentor, the government “embodies … a systemic transformation voted for by the Senegalese people”.

Senegal's youngest president names 'breakaway' government

Senegal's youngest president names 'breakaway' government

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has named a "breakaway" government, appointing a host of fresh faces to top roles following his landslide election win last month.

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Uganda's anti-gay law stands after top court rejects bid to block it

We bring you a week of political and social events from across the African continent. This week, Uganda's constitutional court threw out a challenge to the homophobic law adopted last May. Also, Congolese wordsmiths the Tetra collective use slam poetry to explore their deep love of Congolese and French literature.…

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Senegal's new leader announces audit of oil, gas and mining sectors

In his first speech to the nation since his election as president of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye said one of his first policy moves would be to audit the country’s oil, gas and mining sectors to root out corruption.

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Senegal's President Faye appoints Ousmane Sonko as prime minister

In Senegal, in his first act as leader, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed by his ally and key backer Ousmane Sonko as prime minister.

Senegal’s Faye appoints ally Ousmane Sonko as prime minister

New prime minister is popular politician who was barred from the March 24 elections, prompting him to support Faye.

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Senegal's Ousmane Sonko Appointed Prime Minister In New Government

Senegal appoints Ousmane Sonko as prime minister to address reform demands amidst political tensions.

Senegal's new president Bassirou Diomaye Faye sworn in

In tonight's edition: Senegal's youngest-ever president takes the reigns, vowing to usher in systemic change. Also, as Rwanda gears up to mark the painful 30 years since the genocide in which 800,000 people were killed, human rights campaigners call for no let-up in the international pursuit of the orchestrators of…

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Bassirou Diomaye Faye becomes Senegal's youngest president ever

Bassirou Diomaye Faye became Senegal's youngest president, Tuesday, pledging systemic change, greater sovereignty and calm after years of turmoil in the country.

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Norwegian Cruise captain refused to let eight passengers who were late reboard ship

Passengers, who have since rejoined vessel, missed scheduled departure time from São Tomé and scrambled to reunite with ship

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Senegal's Youngest President Faye Vows Systemic Change, Sovereignty

Senegal's left-wing pan-Africanist Bassirou Diomaye Faye was sworn in on Tuesday as the country's youngest president, pledging systemic change, greater sovereignty and calm after years of deadly turmoil.

Senegal Inaugurates New President Bassirou Diomaye Faye

Bassirou Diomaye Faye's inauguration as Senegal's new president marks a significant milestone in the country's political landscape, reflecting a triumph fo...

From prisoner to president in 20 days, Senegal’s Diomaye Faye takes office

As the 44-year-old is sworn in after a crucial election, we chart the road to victory for Africa’s youngest leader.

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