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After 28 years at NASA, Regina Senegal now leads the team keeping astronauts safe on Artemis moon missions and spacewalks. Her journey from a persistent job applicant to division chief shows how determination and caring leadership shape the future of space exploration.
Senegal just put 121 fully electric buses on the road, all powered by sunshine instead of fossil fuels. Drivers who once relied on cars are choosing these clean buses, slashing emissions and proving green transportation works in West Africa.
Senegal is taking bold action against climate change with a new national plan targeting methane and short-lived climate pollutants. The West African nation is strengthening its environmental ministry's capacity to identify pollution sources and develop solutions through 2027.
Three African films competing for Berlin's top prize are sharing powerful stories of tolerance, family, and freedom. Directors from Senegal, Tunisia, and Chad are using cinema to spark hope amid conflict and oppression.
Nigeria's U-20 women's soccer team secured their spot in the final qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup with a confident 2-1 victory over Senegal. The win continues an incredible streak: the Falconets have qualified for every U-20 Women's World Cup since the tournament began.
Nigeria's U20 women's soccer team is one step closer to the FIFA World Cup after defeating Senegal 2-1 in a commanding performance. The Falconets will now face Malawi for a spot at the tournament in Poland this September.
Senegal is making history as preparations surge forward for Africa's first-ever Youth Olympic Games this October. With venues nearly complete and 6,000 volunteers mobilizing, the continent is rallying behind young athletes who will compete in Dakar.
In a Dakar fishing village, girls who dropped out of school are catching waves and returning to education through a unique surf academy. The deal is simple: if you want to surf, you must study.
After winning the 2025 African Cup of Nations in dramatic fashion, Senegal has chosen to accept disciplinary sanctions and turn the page on controversy. The decision shows leadership and a commitment to unity in African football.
Morocco and Senegal are deepening economic ties with billions in new investments spanning energy, healthcare, and infrastructure. The partnership shows how African nations are building prosperity together.
Morocco and Senegal are strengthening their water cooperation to tackle climate challenges across Africa, proving that shared resources build lasting friendships. The partnership includes desalination projects, river management, and a $500,000 prize funding water resilience for millions.
Senegal's agriculture minister called Morocco a model for the continent after visiting farms and agro-industries that are transforming how African nations think about food security. The partnership could help Senegal cut its $1.6 billion annual food import bill.
Senegal is turning to Morocco for help building up its agriculture sector, potentially cutting its $1.6 billion annual food import bill. The partnership could strengthen food security across West Africa.
Morocco and Senegal just locked in 17 agreements spanning education, trade, and infrastructure in a historic show of African cooperation. The deals promise stronger economies, better opportunities for young people, and closer ties between the two nations.
Days after violent clashes at the Africa Cup of Nations final, Morocco and Senegal's leaders met to prove their friendship runs deeper than any game. Their message: centuries of brotherhood won't be broken by one tough night.
Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye publicly acknowledged his team's controversial walkout during the Africa Cup of Nations final was wrong, crediting teammate Sadio Mane for bringing them back. His honesty highlights how accountability and leadership turned a tense moment into a championship victory. ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
When a soccer match threatened to divide two nations, influential spiritual leaders stepped in with a powerful message of unity. The Tijaniyya order in Fez is reminding Morocco and Senegal that centuries of brotherhood matter more than any game.
Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye scored the winning goal in Senegal's 2025 AFCON final victory over Morocco, then cried tears of joy as a childhood dream came true. The hero addressed the dramatic match moments with grace and dismissed online rumors with focus on what mattered most: his nation's second star.
A Casablanca university took swift action to defend its values after a professor posted racist remarks about Senegalese people. The move shows how institutions can choose accountability over controversy.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr teammates celebrated Sadio Mane's return with cake and applause after he led Senegal to a dramatic Africa Cup of Nations victory. The 33-year-old winger was named Player of the Tournament for his inspiring performance.
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