By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on L’Infodrome
The BCEAO reminds people that 500 CFA franc coins, like the other banknotes and coins it issues, must be accepted in transactions. Refusing them is an offence punishable under the laws in force, according to L’Infodrome.
The Special Cybersecurity Division has completed its investigation into Mame Diarra Thiam, known as Diodio Glow Skin, and Rokhaya Fall, known as Rox, who are due to be presented to the prosecutor in Pikine-Guédiawaye on Monday morning. The case involves, among other things, money transfers presented as social donations and linked to cyberbullying allegations, according to Seneweb and Kawtef, cited by Senego.
🇸🇳 Senegal · Source: Senego ·
Senegalese minister Cheikh Diba justified the supplementary finance bill by citing a 340.3 billion CFA franc drop in projected revenue linked to budget underperformance. Customs and tax revenues nevertheless exceeded their targets by 81.2 billion CFA francs at the end of September, according to the minister.
🇸🇳 Senegal · Source: Dakaractu ·
BrandActiv, Arla’s Mauritian distributor, is recalling several batches of protein puddings after manufacturer Arla Foods reported a risk of glass fragments. Three 200g varieties, made between 11 June and 26 July 2026, are affected; consumers should return them to their place of purchase for a refund, according to a BrandActiv statement.
🇲🇺 Mauritius · Source: Defimedia ·
Senegalese Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo has asked Pastef to open its next press conference to journalists’ questions. He presented press questions as a means of promoting transparency and debate, according to Senego.
🇸🇳 Senegal · Source: Senego ·
Sadio Mané finishes 29th in 2026 Ballon d’OrSenegalese forward Sadio Mané finished 29th in the 2026 Ballon d’Or ranking. The position keeps him among the players recognised by FIFA in this edition, according to Africatopsports.
Air Côte d’Ivoire adjusts regional flightsAir Côte d’Ivoire is temporarily adjusting its regional flights after several aircraft were grounded for maintenance, including one damaged by a bird strike in Bamako. The national airline announced the disruption in a statement published on Monday 26 October 2026, L’Infodrome reports.The week in Africa
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