Senegal has clinched its first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title after missing out on two previous occasions. Fans were quick to share their joy and the nation has even declared a public holiday to celebrate the win.
At least 4 dead in Senegal protests
Angered by opposition leader Ousmane Sonko s arrest, his supporters took part in the worst civil unrest in the West African country in years.
Protests in Senegal s capital Dakar continued on Friday against the arrest of opposition leader and former presidential candidate Ousmane Sonko
At least four people have been killed in violent clashes in Senegal over the past few days between police and supporters of detained opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, the interior minister said on Friday.
The leader of the Pastef party, Sonko appeared in court on Friday to defend himself against rape charges that he claims are politically motivated.