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finance

Senegal's Money Worries: IMF Raises Eyebrows

November 28, 2025

Senegal is in a bit of a pickle. The country is chatting with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) about getting some financial help. Why? Because they've got a lot of debt that wasn't properly reported before. Now, they need to figure out how to handle it. The finance minister, Cheikh Diba, spill

business

Senegal's Financial Tightrope Walk: Debt, Dialogue, and Defiance

November 14, 2025

Senegal is in a tough spot. The country's finance ministry has promised to pay back its debts and keep talking to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This comes just before a big decision from S&P Global, a major credit rating agency. The ministry sent a message to investors saying they are seri

crypto

New Faces Join Forces to Boost Global Giving with Tech

November 10, 2025

A big change is happening in the world of charity and tech. The AB DAO x AB Charity Foundation just added five new experts to their team. These aren't just any experts though. They are former leaders from different countries. Their goal? To make charity work better using new technologies. The new t

politics

Trump's Pick of Five: A New US Strategy for Africa?

July 9, 2025

The White House is hosting a small gathering of African leaders this week, but not all are impressed. Only five countries from the continent are invited. This is not the first time Trump has done this. He hosted a similar event in 2017. This time, the focus is on business opportunities. The invited

politics

36 Countries on the Brink of a New Travel Ban

June 15, 2025

The Trump administration is thinking about making its travel ban even bigger. They might add 36 more countries to the list. This news comes from a memo that was seen by The Washington Post. The memo was sent by the State Department and signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. It was sent to U. S. d

sports

Crystal Palace Stars Injured in FA Cup Victory

May 18, 2025

Crystal Palace had a lot to celebrate after winning the FA Cup. But the victory came at a cost. Two key players, Marc Guehi and Adam Wharton, had to be taken to the hospital after the match. Guehi, the team's captain, was hurt during the game. He took a hit to the eye and had to be replaced in the s

science

Immune System Shifts: How City Life Changes Our Defenses

May 1, 2025

The way people live in cities and rural areas shapes their immune systems. This isn't just about where they live. It's about how their bodies react to different environments and lifestyles. The immune system is like a security guard for the body. It protects against diseases and helps vaccines work

education

Uncovering Kaabu: The Kingdom and Its Storytellers

April 27, 2025

Griots, the storytellers of West Africa, are experiencing a resurgence in popularity. These individuals are responsible for preserving and passing down history through stories, poems, and songs. The term "griot" itself has an interesting origin, possibly derived from the Portuguese word "criado, " w

health

The Hidden Impact: Sex Workers and Condom Use During COVID-19

April 7, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many things, including how people protect themselves from sexually transmitted infections. Sex workers in Dakar, Senegal, faced a tough situation. Their work involves close contact, so their income took a big hit during the pandemic. This made them vulnerable to ris

health

Smiles and Ethics: What Senegalese Patients Think of Their Dental Care

March 14, 2025

In Senegal, dental care is a big deal. People want to know if their dentists are not only skilled but also ethical. This is where Joan Tronto's "care" model comes in. It's all about how well patients are looked after, from start to finish. But what do Senegalese patients really think about the care