Senegal is experiencing significant political unrest, with widespread protests against President Macky Sall's government, which is accused of undemocratic practices and corruption. The arrest of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has galvanized public discontent, leading to the formation of the Movement for the Defense of Democracy, uniting various opposition groups and civil society organizations. The article highlights the historical context of political rebellion in Senegal, the role of youth movements, and the influence of foreign powers on the country's economy. It underscores the growing demand for political change and the end of elite dominance.

In Senegal, a project is empowering female farmers to overcome gender traditions that limit their access to land. The initiative trains women to sustainably feed their communities, adapt to climate change, and foster rural development. Traditionally, women in West Africa do not own land due to marriage customs and bloodline inheritance practices. The founder of We Are the Solution, who witnessed her mother's struggles, is now expanding her efforts to support these women.

The ongoing El Niño phenomenon is disrupting global precipitation patterns, impacting food production and potentially leaving 110 million people in need of food aid. The FEWS NET map, developed with input from NASA, NOAA, and various universities, predicts significant effects on staple crops like wheat, maize, rice, soy, and sorghum. El Niño is expected to reduce maize yields in Southern Africa and Central America due to drought, while improving global soy yields. The analysis helps USAID understand humanitarian needs, particularly in regions heavily reliant on local crops, such as Southern Africa.

The ongoing El Niño phenomenon is disrupting global precipitation patterns, impacting food production and potentially leaving 110 million people in need of food aid. The FEWS NET map, developed with input from NASA, NOAA, and various universities, predicts significant effects on staple crops like wheat, maize, rice, soy, and sorghum. El Niño is expected to reduce maize yields in Southern Africa and Central America due to drought, while improving global soy yields. Enhanced rainfall may aid drought recovery in the Horn of Africa and Afghanistan. FEWS NET's analysis aids USAID in understanding humanitarian needs, particularly in regions heavily reliant on subsistence farming.

A study published in Nature Climate Change warns that the global temperature increase of 1.5 degrees, initially projected for 2100, could be reached within six years if current CO2 emission rates continue. The remaining carbon budget to stay below this threshold is less than 250 gigatonnes, which could be exhausted by 2029 at the current emission rate of 40 GtCO2 per year. The study, led by Robin Lamboll of Imperial College London, indicates that the remaining carbon budget is half of what was previously calculated due to rising global emissions. The research emphasizes the urgency for governments to act and the importance of every ton of CO2 saved, while also noting that if countries achieve net-zero emissions by mid-century, the global temperature could decrease even if it surpasses 1.5 degrees temporarily.

A new study published in Nature Climate Change warns that the global temperature increase of 1.5 degrees, initially expected by 2100, could be reached within six years if current CO2 emission rates continue. The remaining carbon budget to stay below this threshold is less than 250 gigatonnes, having been reduced by half since 2020 due to rising global emissions. The study, led by Robin Lamboll of Imperial College London, emphasizes the urgency for governments to act and the significance of every ton of CO2 emissions avoided. Despite surpassing the 1.5-degree mark, global temperatures could decrease if countries achieve net-zero emissions by mid-century as committed in the Paris Agreement.

The Ladoums of Senegal are a rare breed of sheep known for their exceptional size and majestic appearance, resulting from genetic crossbreeding between the Mauritanian Touabir and the Malian Bali-Bali. These sheep are highly prized in Senegal, where owning a champion is a mark of prestige, with some buyers willing to pay up to €80,000. Photographer Sylvain Cherckaoui captures the essence of these animals and their breeders in a mobile studio, highlighting the cultural significance and economic value of the Ladoums.

Modou Fata Touré, once a street child in Dakar, Senegal, has transformed his life and now runs a circus company called Sencirk. The company, which includes other former street children, teaches children acrobatics and life skills. Modou's journey from a difficult childhood to becoming an admired performer is highlighted, along with the positive impact of organizations like L’Empire des Enfants and the support he received from Swedish circus artists.