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Published on Jul 17, 2025

France withdraws from its last military bases in Senegal

NewsFeedFrance has handed over its two remaining military bases in Senegal, ending its 65-year presence in the African country. A departure ceremony was held in Dakar for the final contingent of around 350 French soldiers. Published On 17 Jul 202517 Jul …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Jul 17, 2025

France ends permanent troop presence in Senegal

Source: The Jerusalem Post - Center-right
Published on Jul 17, 2025

French army bids Senegal goodbye after 65 years

DAKAR: France on Thursday formally handed back its last two military bases in Senegal, leaving Paris with no permanent camps in either west or central Africa. The pull-out, which ends the French army's 65 years in Senegal, mirrors similar withdrawals …

Source: Oman Observer - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 01:02 GMT

France Withdraws from Senegal, Ending 65 Years of Military Presence Amid Regional Realignm

July 17, 2025 Hour: 7:52 pm In a pivotal moment for West African geopolitics, France officially concluded its military presence in Senegal with a ceremonial handover at Camp Geille, Dakar. The event marked the final phase of a withdrawal that reflects …

Source: teleSUR - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Jul 17, 2025

France Ends Military Presence In Senegal, Marking New Chapter In Bilateral Relations

France on Thursday formally handed over control of its last major military facility in Senegal, bringing an end to its longstanding armed forces presence in the West African nation. The move signals a significant shift in France’s broader military posture …

Source: Arise News - Neutral
Published on Jul 17, 2025

France ends more than 200 years of military presence in Senegal

The two countries agreed to complete that process by the end of the year and it began in March when France handed over two other facilities, also in Dakar. The process has been more amicable than the departure of French soldiers from Mali, Burkina Faso and …

Source: BusinessLIVE - Pending
Published on Jul 17, 2025

France ends permanent military presence in former colony Senegal

France has formally completed its withdrawal of troops from Senegal, ending its permanent military presence in its former colony in West Africa. France completed the withdrawal of some 350 troops and handed over control of its last major military …

Source: Press TV - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Jul 17, 2025

Akon says his ‘Akon City’ project in Senegal is under attack by misinformation but is still happening

Producer, singer, rapper, and developer Akon is clearing up any rumors and confusion about his ongoing “Akon City” project in Senegal after reports surfaced that the $6 billion project was being cancelled, with the land being reclaimed by the state-run …

Source: TheGrio - Pending
Published on Jul 17, 2025

France ends military presence in Senegal, closing post-colonial chapter

France formally handed over Camp Geille and Dakar airfield to the Senegalese authorities on 17 July. The handover concluded a three-month phased withdrawal of 350 French troops from Senegal. President Emmanuel Macron authorised the withdrawal in …

Source: The South African - Neutral
Published on 01:58 GMT

French military era ends in West Africa as Senegal reclaims last base

The last post, Camp Geille in Ouakam, Dakar, was handed over to Senegalese administration in a solemn ceremony attended by Senegal's Chief of General Staff, General Mbaye Cisse, and Major General Pascal Ianni, head of the French military command in …

Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral