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Public Outrage Grows in Senegal Amid Scandal Over Expired Materials in Softcare Sanitary Pads and Diapers

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 Initially, the ARP ordered the immediate withdrawal of Softcare products from the market, prompting retailers to pull sanitary pads and diapers from shelves nationwide. Consumers reported concerns over irritation, itching, and infections linked to the products, amplifying fears in a country where affordable hygiene items are essential for millions of women and families. However, just a week later, the agency reversed its decision, stating that no expired materials had been incorporated into finished products and that the items were safe. This U-turn has fueled widespread skepticism, accusations of corruption, and claims of pressure or attempted bribery involving ARP inspectors. Opposition figures, including deputies from parties like PASTEF and PUR, have accused authorities of attempting to cover up the issue to protect economic ties with Chinese investments. The scandal has sparked intense debate on social media and in the press, with calls for boycotts, independent investigation...

AFCON 2025: Senegal Prime Minister To Visit Morocco Over Detention Of Football Fans

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  Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will travel to Morocco on Monday after Senegalese football fans were detained following incidents at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, DW Africa reports. Morocco is holding 18 Senegalese fans on hooliganism charges after Senegal’s 1–0 victory in the final in Rabat on January 18. Their court case has been postponed to January 29. Sonko’s visit is part of planned talks between the two countries and will also include a Moroccan-Senegalese economic forum. Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has expressed regret over the incidents, while Sonko has urged calm. The Teranga Lions of Senegal stunned Morocco in Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final as Pape Gueye’s goal gave them a 1-0 extra-time win over the hosts at the end of a match marred by disgraceful scenes following a controversial penalty award. Congolese centre referee Jean-Jacques Ndala gave the penalty right at the end of the allotted eight added minutes following a VAR check for a challenge on ...

AFCON 2025: Diaz Tenders Apology For Penalty Miss Vs Senegal

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  Morocco star Brahim Diaz has tendered his apology for his penalty miss against Senegal in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday. Diaz failed to convert from the spot deep into stoppage time after Morocco was awarded a penalty following a VAR review, with the match still goalless. The midfielder’s chipped effort was saved by Edouard Mendy, and Senegal later went on to win the final in extra time. The Real Madrid midfielder, via his X handle, stated that it will be difficult for him to recover from the penalty miss. “Yesterday I failed, and I take full responsibility and apologise with all my heart,” Diaz said via X. “It will be hard for me to recover because this wound does not ⁠heal easily, but I will try. Not for myself, but for all who believed in me and for all who suffered with me. “I will keep going until someday I can give back all this love and be a pride for my Moroccan people.”

Morocco to take legal action after Senegal’s Afcon final walk-off protest

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  The Royal Moroccan Football Federation is set to launch legal proceedings following the contentious Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) final on Sunday, where opponents Senegal staged a walk-off in protest against a penalty decision before ultimately securing victory. Senegal secured the title with a 1-0 victory over hosts Morocco, thanks to Pape Gueye’s extra-time strike.   However, the triumph was overshadowed by a disputed late penalty decision, which prompted Senegal players to abandon the pitch in protest, leading to a temporary halt and angry scenes around match officials.   After a delay of over 15 minutes, the Senegal players returned to the pitch, and Morocco’s Brahim Diaz missed the subsequent penalty as his ‘Panenka’ attempt was easily saved by ex-Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy to take the game to extra time. Gueye’s goal sealed victory for Senegal. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (RMFF) confirmed its intention to pursue legal acti...

Gueye’s Extra Time Goal Breaks Morocco’s Heart, Earns Senegal 2025 AFCON Title As Controversy Mars Final Match

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  Pape Alassane Gueye’s extra time goal was enough to earn Senegal their second Africa Cup of Nations title after defeating Morocco 1-0 in the final on Sunday in Rabat. Senegal almost took the lead in the 5th minute after Pape Alassane Gueye’s header was saved by Yassine Bounou for a corner kick. The early part of the game was well controlled by the Senegalese. In the eighth minute, the Moroccans also had their opportunity to take the lead, but the ball was deflected by a Senegalese defender. Ismael Saibari’s left-footed shot outside Senegal’s 18-yard box failed to threaten goalkeeper Edouard Mendy in the 14th minute. Sabibari was also played through by Ayoub El Kaabi, but his attempt to chip the goalkeeper went way wide of the goalpost. He was later flagged offside by the assistant referee. Ndiaye could have broken the deadlock in the 37th minute, but Bonnu was on hand to use his right leg to save the ball from going into the back of the net. A big relief for the Moroccan fans. A ...

Senegal vs Egypt Africa Cup of Nations game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

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Africa Cup of Nations Senegal 14 Jan 2026 18:00 Stade Ibn-Batouta Egypt SEN vs EGY . The  Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)  2025 enters its penultimate stage with a blockbuster clash between two of the continent’s biggest footballing nations:  Senegal  and  Egypt . This heavyweight semifinal in Tangier promises drama, star power and high stakes — a place in the final, and a shot at continental glory. Here is where to find English-language live streams of Senegal vs Egypt as  GOAL  brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today. USA Fubo USA UK E4 Australia beIN Sports Australia Canada Fubo Canada India FanCode South / Sub-Saharan Africa SuperSport Malaysia beIN Sports Malaysia Middle East beIN Sports MENA How to watch anywhere with VPN If you are abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as  NordVPN ,