At least 39 people have died after a migrant boat capsized off Senegal's northwest coast, according to the supplied material. The incident is described as one of the country's deadliest migration tragedies in recent years.
Aissata Kane of the International Organization for Migration is cited as a guest to discuss why so many people remain willing to put their lives at risk.
The same material reports that western Ethiopia is reeling after a deadly attack that left 65 people dead, including 27 civilians. As violence flares again near the Sudanese border, regional authorities are pointing the finger at neighbouring countries, accusing them of backing armed groups operating in the area.
Separately, home fans have plenty to celebrate at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Two more taekwondo medals, including a gold, have propelled the host nation to sixth place in the standings.