ECOWAS Tourism Push: ECOWAS adopted a framework to strengthen and accredit West African tourism business associations, aiming for better governance and regional integration—Senegal included among the stakeholders. Beach Soccer in Senegal: Ghana and Nigeria were drawn in the second round of the 2026 Beach Soccer AFCON qualifiers, with the winner edging closer to the finals in Senegal (hosts already qualified). Senegal Youth Sports Link: Rachel O’Donoghue, preparing for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, gained Europe race experience in Latvia after a weather-cancelled event in Lithuania. Senegal in European Football: Senegal forward Ismaila Sarr is pushing for a Liverpool move, while Aston Villa are closing in on PSG winger Ibrahim Mbaye (deal reported around €55m) and have already moved for Nicolas Jackson. Governance & Travel Costs: Nigeria’s presidency travel spending hit ₦37.64bn over June 2023–April 2026 as Tinubu begins another Europe trip, reigniting debate over the cost of governance. Culture & Film: BSIFF 2026 puts local language cinema at the centre, arguing African audiences must be built deliberately—not just reached. Travel Inspiration: A roundup of 20 travel experiences aims to spark ideas for seasoned travellers looking beyond the usual checklist.