China’s pledge to provide $51 billion in loans to Africa has raised old fears of Beijing’s dominance over the continent, which is grappling with security, economic, and financial crises.

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye suffered a setback in parliament after his constitutional amendments were rejected, as early legislative elections loom to secure a pro-government majority.

The West fears China will play a pivotal role in transforming African countries into productive nations, leveraging China's industrial progress by utilizing Africa’s resources.

Senegal has begun sending clear signals of its intent to assert sovereignty over its economic decisions, address past imbalances, and tackle the remnants of colonialism, particularly in the oil and gas sector.

WHO convened an emergency meeting on August 14, 2024, after which Monkeypox was declared a “public health emergency of international concern” for the second time in two years.