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Amadeus releases "Boulma Seetaan," addressing pregnancies resulting from sexual violence
via SeneNews2 min read
Senegalese artist Amadeus has released "Boulma Seetaan," the third single from his upcoming album, which addresses the sensitive topic of women who become pregnant after experiencing sexual assault. The song tells the story from the victim's perspective, highlighting the painful memories, sleepless nights, societal judgment, and a potential distrust of men that can follow such trauma. Amadeus also sheds light on assaults committed by close relatives, where innocence is shattered by those who should protect. Beyond honoring victims, "Boulma Seetaan" aims to raise awareness, urging parents and families not to conceal these incidents for the sake of appearances but to seek justice. The artist emphasizes the critical need for psychological support for victims, stressing that family support and specialized care are essential for survivors to overcome trauma and prevent long-term psychological consequences. This emotionally powerful track gives a voice to those who often suffer in silence, underscoring the importance of listening, justice, and protecting victims of sexual violence.
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Khadim Bamba Fall, a Pastef official, has responded to recent resignations within the party, stating that their impact is being exaggerated. He claims that despite media reports, the party remains stable and continues to attract new members. Fall highlighted that out of 21 ministers from Pastef, 18 have remained loyal to the party and its leader, Ousmane Sonko, with only three departing. He also asserted that the majority of general directors, board chairpersons, and other appointed officials are still committed to Pastef's directives. In the National Assembly, Fall indicated that 129 out of 130 deputies remain faithful to the party and Sonko. He further noted that the 46 departmental coordinations and hundreds of communal sections continue to support the current leadership, with less than 1% of communal coordinators having left their positions. Fall concluded that the number of publicized resignations is marginal compared to the party's overall size, and Pastef is still growing with many new members joining nationwide, estimating fewer than 50 known Pastef members have resigned while hundreds of thousands continue to join.
Senegalese midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye is reportedly close to signing with Saudi club Al-Diriyah, which was recently promoted to the first division. Gueye, 36, was out of contract with Everton and did not reach an agreement to extend his stay. Despite a challenging 2025-2026 season for Everton, finishing 13th in the Premier League, the club and coach David Moyes had hoped to retain the experienced player and two-time Africa Cup of Nations champion. However, discussions did not lead to a new deal, marking the end of Gueye's second stint with Everton. He played 236 matches for the club, bringing his Premier League total to 254. His career also includes time at LOSC, Aston Villa, and Paris Saint-Germain. According to the Saudi newspaper Al-Riyadiyah, Gueye has agreed to a one-season contract with Al-Diriyah and is expected to travel to the Riyadh province soon to finalize the move. This transfer would see the most capped player in Senegalese national team history, with 136 appearances, join a growing contingent of Senegalese players in Saudi Arabia, including Édouard Mendy at Al-Ahli, Kalidou Koulibaly at Al-Hilal, and Sadio Mané at Al-Nassr. Abdou Diallo, Abdoulaye Seck, and Malang Sarr also joined the Saudi league this summer, while Mamadou Sylla, Clayton Diandy, and Ibrahima Ndiaye have been playing there since last season.
Babacar Béye, head of the Mycotoxin Laboratory at the Institute of Food Technology ITA, has challenged the alarming interpretation of a recent study concerning aflatoxin contamination in rice in Senegal. According to Béye, analyses conducted at the ITA found contamination levels to be in compliance with Codex Alimentarius standards, an international reference used by many countries. He suggests the controversy arose because the study's results were evaluated against the stricter standards of the European Union, despite the products being intended for the Senegalese market. Béye clarified that the analyzed rice was imported, not local, and that the detected levels are not alarming except under extreme storage conditions of humidity and temperature. He also noted that aflatoxins are thermoresistant, meaning cooking does not eliminate them completely. While acknowledging regular sanitary controls, Béye advocates for their reinforcement to better protect consumers and ensure the quality of food products on the market. He declined to comment on a separate study regarding bacteria in sachet water, stating he was not involved in that work.