
Regional - Africa - Senegal


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Attaya: Senegal and the Gambia on the Web
- Information, pictures, and music from Senegal and Gambia. Includes news items, bulletin board, and a newsletter. Site written for Friends of Senegal and Gambia, a group of returned Peace Corps Volunteers.
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ClickAfrique - Senegal
- Reference Information and Website links from Senegal
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The Republic of Senegal
- Comprehensive introduction to Senegal, with information on the people and culture, for tourists, and for business interests; site maintained by Amadou Thiam, former member of the Senegalese Senate. Contact details.
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Senegal
- Basic facts about Senegal, from the CIA's World Factbook.
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US-Africa
- Country page on Senegal with a general introduction to the country, and latest news bulletins.
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USAID Senegal Country Page
- Profile of Senegal and USAID programmes. Description of activities and reports of successes.
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FOC Country Profile - Senegal
- Notes on geography, history, politics, economy, international relations, travel, current affairs.
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BBC Country Profile: Senegal
- Basic facts and up-to-date news on Senegal.
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Government of Sengal
- Links to Ministeries and Parties.
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Elections in Senegal
- Results of elections in 2000, when Abdoulaye Wade was elected President.
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United States. Embassy. Dakar
- Information about the departments and services offered by the US Embassy.
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Senegal - Consular Information Sheet
- Information for tourists visiting the country.
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A travel guide to Senegal
- Detailed information on tourism in Senegal
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Casamance on the Net
- A site devoted exclusively to Casamance, carried out by the ones in love with Casamance, intended for all those who want to be initiated with the magic of this area. In Francais and English.
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Senegal - earth 2000 site
- tourism, cuisine, government, sports, cinema, all about Senegal
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Alna Niking
- An invitation to Abene, in the Casamance, to learn drumming and dance, and experience the life and culture. Information about the annual festival of traditional music, accommodation, facilities, and practical details for the visitor. Contact details.
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Au-Senegal.com
- Comprehensive tourist guide to Senegal; directories of hotels, resorts, and travel/tourism agencies; includes a wealth of practical information for the visitor.
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Lonely Planet - Destination Senegal
- Information for the tourist and traveller in Senegal.
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Senegal Tourism Office
- Information on the country, places to visit and/or stay, and entry requirements. This is the New York office, but much of the information is generally applicable.
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Campement Le Thiossane
- A village "campement" at Mbodiene, beyond Mbour. Information about accommodation, facilities and attractions. (French, German and English.)
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Campement Hôtel de Wassadou
- Information about this holiday accommodation, with photographs of Niokolo Koba National Park.
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Djidjack Holiday Village
- Information on the attractions and the services offered by this tourist village.
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Sofitel Teranga Hotel - Dakar
- A 244 room, 4 star hotel. Situated in the business district, overlooking the sea, 20 minutes from the conference centre and 17 km from the airport. The hotel has a swimming pool by the sea.
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Hostellerie de Chevalier de Boufflers
- Hotel by the beach in the island of Goree and restaurant with French and Senegalese cuisine. Booking information, with details of restaurant and rooms. Also includes a brief guide to the attractions of the island. (French, Spanish and English.)
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Espadon Hotel, Saly
- Information on this 4 star hotel and its attractions - accommodation, cuisine, and facilities (which include big-game fishing). (French, German, and English)
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Hotel Chacha
- Location of hotel (about 35 minutes from central Dakar, beyond Bargny) with information about accomodation and facilities. On-line booking requests, and contact details. (site requires Flash - in French, German and English)
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Hotel Independence, Dakar
- In central Dakar. Details of accommodation, cuisine and facilities (including conference rooms). Information on prices and reservations. Contact details. (French and English)
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Saly Hotel and Hotel Neptune
- Information about the facilities and attractions of these hotels at Saly Portudal. (French and English.)
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Intercultural Dimensions
- Non-profit educational organization facilitating programs of cross-cultural awareness through travel, community service, workshops and seminars. Limited to eight people with village stays, use of public transportation, visiting community projects, traditional healers, health clinics, schools, dance, music, women¹s groups. Contact details.
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Casamance VTT
- Travel agency offering adventure holidays in the Casamance; information on cycling, treking and kayak holidays. Contact details. (French, Spanish and English.)
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allAfrica.com : Senegal
- News reports and headlines derived from the African press. Updated constantly.
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afrol News - Senegal
- Regularly updated news and analyses from and about Senegal. English.
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Map of Senegal
- Political, 1989. (289K)
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Map of Senegal
- Small map, 1997.
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University of Florida (Gainesville). Map and Imagery Library
- Several maps of parts of Senegal - the northern coast, the Bay of Goree, and Dakar.
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A lovely World: Senegal
- Photos of Dakar, Saint-Louis, Touba, Sine-Saloum, Petite-Cote.
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Senegal - Parks
- Basic information about Djoudj, Basse Casamance, Langue de Barbarie, Niokolo-Koba and Sine Saloum parks.
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Framework for Long-Term Monitoring of Natural Resources in Senegal
- USAID country page on Senegal; describes environmental monitoring project, and includes maps of ecological interest, aerial photos, satellite images and videos.
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Business Facilitation Site - U.S. Embassy
- Information on services offered by Embassy to US business travellers to Senegal. Information on economic opportunities and environment. Contact details.
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Senegal and the IMF
- The International Monetary Fund's country page on Senegal - mainly documentation of the relationship between the government and the IMF.
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Senegal Commerce
- Promoting Commerce in Senegal. Includes information on trade, commerce, tourism, with a section of classifieds. (French and English)
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Rodale Institute
- Rodale runs the Regenerative Agriculture Resource Center working with farmers to improve the quality of agricultural soils in Senegal. Report and contact details.
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Novartis Foundation for Sustainable Development (NFSD)
- With its projects the Foundation aims to improve the quality of life of the poorest people in developing countries to lasting effect. Independently of our sponsor's business priorities, our commitment is focused on the top development priority: satisfying the basic needs of the poor.
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Senegal Economy
- A report of Senegalese economic development and performance, provided by newafrica.com.
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Ballet Sangamar
- African Senegalese dance troupe.
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African Writers Index: Senegal
- Biographies and bibliographies of writers from Senegal
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Djibril Diop Mambety, 1945-1998
- A memorial to a great African film-maker, born in Senegal. A biography, filmography, video clips and an interview.
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Passport to Paradise
- An exhibition of the art from the Muslim mystics, the Mouride movement of Senegal. Site includes photos, background information, a calendar of events and contact details.
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Sembène Ousmane
- Biography and bibliography of a seminal Senegalese writer.
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Sembène Ousmane
- Biography and listing of films of this writer's works. Includes filmography of his activities as director, producer and writer.
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Sembène Ousmane
- Biography and analysis of his oeuvre.
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Sembène Ousmane
- Account of this author's film making activities.
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Touré Kunda Discography
- Overview of the career of this Senegalese band, with discographyand their history.
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Sufi Music from Senegal
- Traditional singing, chanting and Khin drumming from Cheikh Ibrahima Fall and Baye Fall.
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SeneRap.org
- The african HipHop Community of Senegal / Dakar.
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Pape Seck: a Remembrance
- A brief biography and tribute.
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Mandinka Drum Master
- The principal Mandinka drummer for the National Ballet of Senegal for 25 years, Mamadou Ly is a master of a music that has been thriving for centuries.
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Jimi Mbaye
- Senegalese guitarist who has collaborated with Youssou N'Dour; history and discography.
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Afropop - Senegal
- Introduction to musicians and music styles of Senegal; includes discography and features on artists.
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Youssou N'Dour
- Biography and discography of Youssou N'dour, with lyrics and sound samples.
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Jololi
- Record company featuring Youssou NDour, Viviane NDour, Pape and Cheikh, Fatou Laobé, and Alassane Fall.
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Maison Yes
- Recording studio in Dakar -- details of facilities.
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N'Dour, Viviane
- MP3.com pages include songs for download and listening, pictures, background, and links.
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Baaba Maal
- Official Baaba Maal website: biography, discography, mailing list, bulletin board and tours.
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Baaba Maal
- Unofficial home page of Senegalese singer. Discography, lyrics, links to interviews and recording purchase sites.
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Dirty Linen: Baaba Maal: Senegal
- Short excerpt of a 1996 Dirty Linen article by Tony Montague on Baaba Maal. Has link to Real Audio sample of Maal's "Baayo".
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Prometra
- Promotion des Médecines Traditionnelles - an international organization for the preservation and restoration of the ancient arts of traditional medicine. Information on projects, publications, and contact details. (French and English)
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Youth Against AIDS - Senegal
- Country profile discussing Senegal's success in controlling the spread of HIV/AIDS, with statistics, and links back to the Youth Against Aids organisation.
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Centre for Disease Control (CDC)
- Senegal country page - profile of HIV/AIDS in Senegal, with reporting of the CDC's programme, and links to other health-related sites.
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World Health Organisation
- Senegal profile, with links to articles on Senegal and health. (French, Spanish and English.)
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Enhancing Care Initiative - Senegalese AIDS Care Team
- A multidisclipinary, multinational program that aims to enhance the care of people living with HIV/AIDS in resource scarce regions. Resources for AIDS care providers as well as information about the Enhancing Care Initiative's ongoing activities.
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Family Health International (FHI) - Senegal
- Overview of Senegal and FHI programmes including research, education and services in family planning, STDS/HIV and family health.
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USAID Global Health - Senegal
- Links to USAID country information on Senegal, health statistics, and information on the HIV/AIDS programme.
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enda third world
- ENDA (Environment and Development Action) is an international non-profit organisation based in Dakar, Senegal. Information on the organisation, its mission, and activities. Contact details. French and English.
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enda-synfev
- ENDA - Synergy Gender and Development. Information on this project of ENDA, aimed at dynamising the organisations efforts in the field. (French and English)
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Goree Institute
- Struggling for justice, prosperity and tolerance. Information about its research and publications, training and community development programmes. Contact details.
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Senegal Round Table
- A non-political and non-religious association for young men of different professions, enabling them to meet each other. Information on the association's activities, history and membership. (French and English)
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Wollof On Line
- Learn Wollof - information about the language and its context. On-line learning is split into 11 modules, one being available free to try. Details of signing up for the balance of the course and prices.
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Conversations with History
- An interview with Pierre Sane, born and raised in Senegal, now Executive Director of Amnesty International. (From the Institute of International Studies, UC Berkeley)
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A Trip to Senegal
- Report on a trip (in 1999) to Senegal by Sherman Lewis of California State University. Analysis of Senegal's development.
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AJED
- A youth non-governmental organisation to alleviate poverty in Senegal. Information on grass-roots projects to promote self-reliance, combat HIV/AIDS, promote literacy and the environment. Also run a volunteer programme. Contact details.
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Human Rights Watch: Senegal
- News and detailed reports on the situation in the country.
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Paris - Dakar Rally
- Official and comprehensive site of the famous Paris-Dakar crosscountry rally. One of the longest and toughest off-road rallies in the world - a "rally-raid". Includes archive of previous year's races, as well as news of next years's. In English and French.
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2002 FIFA World Cup
- Country page for Senegal's national football team reporting their performance. Includes results, profile of the team and photos.
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BBC Sport
- Analysis of the Senegal team's performance in the World Cup 2002. Includes photos and player profiles.
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The British Council Senegal
- Activities of the British Council in Senegal.
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English Teachers in Senegal
- A non-commercial email discussion list specifically to support English teachers (ESL/TESL/EFL/TEFL) in Senegal.
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Senegalese Education Fund
- Started in June 2000 to provide financial support for education to young people in Senegal. Project information, request for support, and contact details.
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The TOSTAN Basic Education Program
- A project which goes beyond literacy to give learners the means to solve problems, improve their families' health, and start small-scale projects. Overview of the programme, and description of activities and results.