The article discusses the deployment of advanced surveillance technologies, including the Universal Forensic Extraction Device (UFED) by Cellebrite, at the border between Senegal and Mauritania. These tools, funded by the European Union, are part of a broader strategy to prevent West Africans from migrating to Europe. German MEP Cornelia Ernst and her Dutch counterpart Tineke Strik, concerned about the erosion of fundamental human rights, embarked on a fact-finding mission in West Africa. They discovered that the EU, through its border and coast guard agency Frontex, is attempting to extend its border control into African nations, raising concerns about the potential for abuse and lack of oversight. The article also highlights the EU's investment of billions in anti-migration projects in Africa, which have been criticized for their lack of transparency and potential misuse, particularly in countries with weak democratic safeguards. The EU's policies are seen as contributing to the erosion of fundamental rights, national sovereignty, and local economies in African countries.

A recent incident at a beach in Dakar, Senegal, involved a wooden fishing boat, known as a pirogue, which was carrying migrants aiming to reach Spain. The boat encountered a tragic accident, hitting underwater rocks and resulting in at least 16 fatalities. The incident occurred early on July 24 and was marked by the boat being chased by patrol vessels from Spain and Senegal in the dark. The account of the chase was confirmed by a witness present on the beach and the leader of a local aid group who has communicated with survivors. The deputy mayor of the area also acknowledged the pursuit in an interview.

The article tells the harrowing story of a perilous migration journey from Senegal to the Canary Islands undertaken by four brothers from the village of Fass Boye. Adama and Moussa Sarr, along with two cousins, embarked on a traditional fishing canoe, a pirogue, with 101 people. They faced starvation, dehydration, and death during their five-week ordeal at sea. The journey, which was supposed to take five to six days, turned tragic as food and water ran out, and many passengers died. The survivors were eventually rescued by a Spanish fishing vessel, but not before Moussa and two of their cousins had perished. The article highlights the desperation and risks that drive many young Senegalese to undertake such dangerous voyages due to poverty and lack of opportunities at home, exacerbated by government policies and social pressures. It also touches on the broader issue of migration and the invisible shipwrecks that often go unrecorded on this perilous route.

The article discusses the daily routine of commuters in Dakar, focusing on the peak hours at train stations. It highlights that most people in Dakar finish their workday at 6 p.m., leading to crowded stations as everyone tries to head home. The cycle repeats with commuters returning the following day for another train ride, indicating a discussion on the public transportation system and its usage during rush hours.

In Moura, Mali, Malian soldiers and Russian Wagner Group mercenaries executed hundreds of men, looted houses, and committed human rights abuses over five days. The attack targeted Islamist militants but resulted in numerous civilian casualties. Satellite imagery confirmed mass graves, and the death toll is estimated between 300 and 400. The Malian military and Wagner Group's actions have been denounced internationally, and the EU has imposed sanctions on individuals connected to Wagner. The UN has reported an increase in human rights violations by the Malian military since collaborating with Wagner. The abuses fit a pattern seen in other countries where Wagner mercenaries operate. Despite the Malian authorities' denial of Wagner's presence, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov acknowledged their commercial security services in Mali. The incidents have eroded trust in the government among locals, with some fearing that the mercenaries are more dangerous than the jihadists.

In Dakar, Senegal, during the city's annual marathon, an environmental activist named Modou Fall drew attention by wearing an outfit made entirely of plastic. His attire, which included a multicolored cape of plastic bags and a hat made from plastic sunglasses, was not for the competition but to raise awareness about the plastic waste problem in Senegal. Fall took advantage of the marathon's popularity and media coverage to promote his cause and highlight the issue of plastic pollution that affects the country's natural beauty and environment.

A tragic maritime accident occurred off the coast of Senegal, where an estimated 150 migrants died after their wooden boat capsized on its way to the Canary Islands. This incident is part of a recent increase in the use of the dangerous sea route around northwest Africa to reach Europe. Alarm Phone, a hotline for migrants in distress, and Senegalese firefighters reported the disaster. The Senegalese government acknowledged the rise in clandestine sea emigration and has been conducting surveillance and arresting suspected traffickers. This event follows a similar tragedy that happened less than a week prior, where at least 140 migrants perished.