Macky Sall

Senegal vows to hunt down gunmen

Ziguinchor - Muslimchronicle

The Senegalese government vowed Sunday to be “relentless” in tracking down and bringing to justice those responsible for the execution of 13 people in the southern region of Casamance. Gunmen ordered a group of men and youths, out looking for wood, to lie on the ground deep in the forest before opening fire, a survivor said following the first upsurgeRead more

OIC to discuss international prize for promoting tolerance, dialogue

Jeddah - Muslimchronicle

The committee for instituting the OIC’s international prize to honor media outlets and professionals who have made outstanding contributions to promoting tolerance, harmony and intercultural dialogue, will hold its second meeting at the headquarters of the Union of News Agencies in OIC Member States (UNA) in Jeddah on Monday. The director of the public information and communication department, Maha Akeel,Read more

Senegal police fire tear gas to break up ex-president's rally

Dakar - Muslimchronicle

Senegalese security forces halted a protest called by former leader Abdoulaye Wade by blocking roads and firing tear gas at his supporters on Tuesday, provoking a tirade against current President Macky Sall from the 91-year-old Wade. Security forces in the Senegalese capital, Dakar, tear-gassed opposition activists who tried to protest ahead of Sunday's legislative elections in a square close toRead more

Senegal extradites Guinean soldier wanted over massacre

Conakry , Guinea - Arab Today

A Guinean soldier wanted over the massacre of more than 150 people in a Conakry stadium has been extradited, ending years on the run in neighboring Senegal and paving the way for his trial. Aboubakar Sidiki Diakite, also known as Toumba Diakite, was an aide de camp to Guinean coup leader Dadis Camara when 157 people were killed in SeptemberRead more

Macky Sall Extends Condolences to the King following Death of Moroccan Student in Dakar

Rabat - Arab Today

Senegalese President Macky Sall on Thursday expressed his condolences to King Mohammed VI following the tragic death of Moroccan student Mazine Shakiri in Dakar last week. During an audience with Moroccan ambassador to Senegal, Taleb Berrada, at the presidential palace in Dakar, the Senegalese president also expressed his deep regret and sadness for the murder of a young person whoRead more

IDB ‘leading development partner’ for Senegal

Riyadh - Arab Today

The Jeddah-based Islamic Development Bank (IDB) has said Senegal is an important partner and expressed satisfaction with the leadership of the country’s president, Macky Sall. During a visit to the African country this week, IDB vice president Mansour Mukhtar expressed satisfaction with the efforts of Senegal’s government to ensure speedy implementation of projects, according to the IDB website. Mukhtar madeRead more

Senegal president in Pakistan on 2-day visit to discuss bilateral relations

Islamabad - Arab Today

President of Senegal Macky Sall is in Islamabad on a two-day official visit to discuss bilateral cooperation with Pakistan in diverse fields. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif received the premier at the airbase, where a 21-gun salute welcomed his arrival in Pakistan, Geo TV reported. The Senegalese president is heading a 34-member delegation. During the visit he will hold talks withRead more

Pakistan, Senegal Discuss Defence Cooperation

Islamabad - Arab Today

Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif met here on Tuesday with the President of Senegal Macky Sall, who is currently visiting Pakistan. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation in the field of defense. Sharif stressed the importance of strengthening trade relations between Pakistan and Senegal through enhanced cooperation in the areas of textile, agriculture and medicines. He also stressed theRead more

Senegalese President lauds HH the Emir's support

Dakar - Arab Today

President Macky Sall of the Republic of Senegal has met with Qatar's Attorney General HE Dr. Ali bin Fetais Al Marri and his accompanying delegation, at the presidential palace in the capital Dakar. The Senegalese President lauded the role of HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al -Thani, and his ongoing support of Senegal, particularly, the Senegalese judicialRead more

HH the Emir sends congratulations to president of Senegal

Doha - Arab Today

HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent Monday a cable of congratulations to President of the Republic of Senegal Macky Sall on the occasion of his country's National Day. Source: QNARead more