Sunday, 11 Dec 2011 | Views [651]

The US Department of State has issued an alert to its citizens warning of the potential for civil unrest and violence in Senegal prior to and directly following the upcoming Presidential elections scheduled for February 26, 2012. ... Read more >
Tags: africa, senegal, travel-advice, travel-alert
Friday, 4 Nov 2011 | Views [230]

Compared to some other West African
countries, the political climate in Senegal is pleasantly stable. Few insurgent
attacks or incidents of banditry occur here. However, over the last year, an
increase in politically-linked crime has emerged in ... Read more >
Tags: africa, senegal, transport, travel-crime, travel-safety-tips, travel-terrorism
Friday, 4 Nov 2011 | Views [474]

When traveling around Senegal, keep in
mind that it is a mostly Muslim country. While many Senegalese show incredible
tolerance for other religious backgrounds and practices, it is still a
conservative society that praises modest dress codes for ... Read more >
Tags: africa, disease, health, local laws, senegal, travel-health, travel-legal, travel-safety-tips
Friday, 4 Nov 2011 | Views [209]

Senegal
has both its petty crime and more serious incidents. Pickpocketing, purse-snatching
and theft can occur both on the street and in taxis, and can turn violent. Some
travelers have reported being victims of armed robbery, including at knifepoint.... Read more >
Tags: africa, crime, fraud, scams, senegal, theft, travel-crime, travel-safety
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