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Senegal

Coordinates: 14°N 14°W / 14°N 14°W / 14; -14

Senegal (ⁱ/ˌsɛnᵻˈɡɔːl, -ˈɡɑːl/;French: le Sénégal), officially the Republic of Senegal (French: République du Sénégal [ʁepyblik dy seneɡal]), is a country in West Africa. Senegal's economical and political capital is Dakar. It is the westernmost country in the mainland of the Old World, or Eurafrasia, and owes its name to the Sénégal River, which borders it to the east and north. The name "Senegal" comes from the Wolof "Sunuu Gaal," which means "Our Boat." Senegal covers a land area of almost 197,000 square kilometres (76,000 sq mi) and has an estimated population of about 13 million. The climate is Sahelian, but there is a rainy season.

Cultures and influences

The territory of modern Senegal has been inhabited by various ethnic groups since the prehistoric era. Organized kingdoms emerged around the seventh century, and parts of the country were ruled by prominent regional empires such as the Wolof. The present state of Senegal has its roots in European colonialism, which began during the mid-15th century, when various European powers began competing for trade in the area. The establishment of coastal trading posts gradually gave way to control of the mainland, culminating in French rule of the area by the 19th century, albeit amid much local resistance. Senegal peacefully attained independence from France in 1960, and has since been among the more politically stable countries in Africa.

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World Cup 2018: Senegal’s Art of the Unforeseen

The New York Review of Books 21 Jun 2018

In 2002, in Seoul, France entered the game as the defending world champion, whereas Senegal, captained by Aliou Cissé, was playing its first ever game in a World Cup championship. The whole world was watching as Bouba Diop scored. After that famous win over the former colonizer, crowds flooded the streets of Senegal’s capital, Dakar. This week, Senegal returned to the World Cup with another chance to enchant the world ... ....

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'Smack That' singer Akon is set to build his own CITY in Senegal with an AKoin cryptocurrency that he says could be the 'saviour of Africa'

This is Money 21 Jun 2018

Rapper Akon has unveiled plans to build his own futuristic city in Senegal, trading in a crypto-currency named 'AKoin' after himself ... Singer Akon, pictured yesterday at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, plans to build a futuristic city in Senegal based around a crypto-currency called AKoin....

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We deserve credit and respect: Senegal coach Aliou Cisse

The Times of India 21 Jun 2018

Dapperly dressed and flashing a high-voltage smile, the Senegal coach stood for the Dylan statement – “Don’t criticize what you don’t understand.” ... Senegal punish Polish errors to win 2-1 ... Mane's Senegal show slick play in win over Poland. “Senegal represents the whole of Africa ... France and Senegal have a shared past and putting it across them carried a lot more emotions,” he said ... “Senegal won due to discipline....

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Senegal saves Africa from embarrassment at World Cup

The Philadelphia Tribune 21 Jun 2018

MOSCOW — By starting its World Cup with a win, Senegal also saved Africa from embarrassment in the tournament. The continent was facing the prospect of a worst-ever World Cup start before Senegal beat Poland on Tuesday ... A few hours after Senegal’s win, Egypt then also lost its second match, 3-1 against Russia. As in 2002, when Senegal beat then-defending champions France in its opening match, it now hopes to build on the momentum....

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Watch: Senegal, Japan fans win hearts by cleaning stadium after FIFA World Cup match in Russia

DNA India 21 Jun 2018

One such instance happened after the Senegal versus Poland match in the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Russia on Tuesday ... Senegal proved to be Africa's saving grace at the World Cup on Tuesday ... However, rather than bringing the house down in celebration, the Senegal supporters were seen methodically cleaning the empty stadium after the match ... #TyCSportsMundial Senegal consiguió un triunfo histórico....

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Star player turned star coach, Senegal's Aliou Cisse still making Africa proud

Independent online (SA) 21 Jun 2018

CAPE TOWN - If you remember Senegal at the 2002 World Cup in South Korea and Japan, then you’ll remember Aliou Cisse ... Now as Senegal coach, he is bringing that same energy and vibrancy to the team, but also ensuring they are a lot more tactically adept and disciplined ... Not so with Senegal ... This is a sport that rewards hard work and based on Senegal’s performance, there is no doubt the win was fully deserved....

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BBC refuses to sack Lord Sugar over racist tweet after Apprentice host was forced to apologise for ‘misjudged’ post about Senegal footballers resembling Marbella beach sellers

This is Money 21 Jun 2018

The BBC has refused to sack Lord Alan Sugar over a racist tweet in which he compared Senegal footballers to Marbella beach sellers ... Now, a BBC insider has told The Sun ... Lord Sugar tweeted this picture of the Senegal team, edited to include handbags and sunglasses laid out on sheets. The picture is from November 2014, when Senegal beat Egypt 1-0 ... you are OTT... ....

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Grammy Winner Akon to Launch Cryptocurrency ‘Akoin,’ Build ‘Crypto City’ in Senegal

Abitco 21 Jun 2018

... Launch Cryptocurrency ‘Akoin,’ Build ‘Crypto City’ in Senegal appeared first on CCN....

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Akon 'to build real life Wakanda' in Senegal

Skynews 21 Jun 2018

Grammy-nominated artist Akon is planning to build a futuristic city in Senegal and base its entire economy around a new cryptocurrency named after himself ... ....

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Aliou Cisse: Senegal Boss 'Certain' African Team Will Win World Cup

Modern Ghana 21 Jun 2018

Senegal manager Aliou Cisse says he is certain an African team will eventually win the World Cup. Cisse 39;s side were the only team from the continent to win in the opening round of fixtures at Russia 2018, with the other four losing ... ....

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How Senegal's Coach Aliou Cisse Became A Meme

Peace FM Online 21 Jun 2018

Senegal's coach not only led his team to ......

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Senegal Coach Named 'Panther' and 'Sex Symbol of FIFA 2018' by Twitter Users

Sputnik 21 Jun 2018

FIFA World Cup viewers have taken notice of Senegal's head coach, who appeared genuinely thrilled with the goals scored against Poland, calling his reaction "stylish." ... ....

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