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Senegalese singer-songwriter Youssou N'dour (right) rehearses with his band, the Super Etoile, at the Future Media television studios in Dakar on April 7. Photo: Seyllou/AFP

Watch: ‘Let’s rock’: world music icon Youssou N’Dour back on the road

In the past, he had collaborated with Peter Gabriel, Paul Simon, Sting, Manu Dibango and Neneh Cherry

April 16, 2025| AFP
President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye with his two wives Marie and Absa. Photo: AFP

Two First Ladies at presidential palace in a Senegal first

Polygamy is firmly anchored in the culture of Senegal

April 2, 2024| AFP
Senegalese police officers stand in formation on a road blocked with burning barricades during demonstrations called by the opposition parties in Dakar. Photo: AFP

Police and protesters clash after Senegal election postponed

Hundreds take to the street as police respond with tear gas

February 4, 2024| AFP