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In a rare public display of internal disagreement, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko openly contradicted President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over the management of political funds. The confrontation comes as part of an ongoing national discussion about financial transparency and accountability in governance. The Prime Minister made it clear that while he respects the President’s authority, […]
Ousmane Sonko unveils ambitious job creation plan for Senegalese youth In a landmark address to the National Assembly, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has placed employment at the heart of Senegal’s economic and social agenda. Speaking during Friday’s parliamentary session on May 22, 2026, the head of government made a bold pledge to tackle youth unemployment […]
Senegal’s PM condemns western pressure on homosexuality laws Share Share WhatsApp LinkedIn Email Messenger Senegal’s parliament approved a controversial bill in early March, doubling prison sentences for same-sex relations to five to ten years. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko forcefully rejected western criticism of the new legislation during a parliamentary address on May 22, labeling it […]
During a pivotal session of the National Assembly addressing pressing societal concerns, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivered a resolute address on the controversial issue of acts against nature. Speaking before lawmakers on Friday, he underscored the urgency of enforcing stricter penalties outlined in the new legislation, vowing that justice would be applied uniformly without exception. […]
Ousmane Sonko: « I Disagree With President Diomaye Faye—He Made a Mistake » Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has openly criticized President Bassirou Diomaye Faye regarding the management of political funds, a controversy that has sparked debate since 2019. While Sonko advocates for strict transparency, he maintains that these funds must remain in place—a stance […]
Pastef 2026: Ousmane Sonko remains sole presidential candidate The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of Pastef-Les Patriotes has released the provisional list of candidates for the upcoming party leadership election ahead of the 2026 congress. According to the official decision, only Ousmane Sonko’s candidacy has been deemed admissible at this stage. This decision, made […]
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has strongly criticized what he describes as Western ‘tyranny’ for attempting to impose homosexuality on the world. Speaking before the National Assembly, he firmly rejected any moratorium on the enforcement of a recently passed law that significantly increases penalties for same-sex relationships in the predominantly Muslim West African […]
Abidjan, May 2026 — The nation’s top newspapers today highlighted key developments shaping Côte d’Ivoire’s security landscape and media governance, with major announcements from top officials and institutions. Northern Côte d’Ivoire receives multi-billion FCFA security boost Several leading dailies led with the inauguration of critical defense and security infrastructure in the northern regions, emphasizing a […]
The Senegalese Prime Minister made a bold statement on Friday, May 21, defending the country’s recently enacted law that toughens penalties for same-sex relations while firmly rejecting international calls for a moratorium. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko condemns Western interference During a parliamentary session, Ousmane Sonko delivered a scathing critique of what he described as the […]
Senegal’s Prime Minister Condemns Western Influence on Homosexuality Legislation breaking news During a parliamentary address on May 21, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko firmly rejected international calls for a moratorium on the country’s recently reinforced anti-homosexuality law. The legislation, which came into effect on March 31, increases penalties for same-sex relationships to up to ten […]
In a forceful parliamentary address, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko pushed back against mounting criticism of the nation’s toughened penalties for same-sex relations, branding the growing demands for leniency as a Western-driven tyranny intent on exporting homosexuality worldwide. Speaking before lawmakers on a packed Friday session, Sonko vowed to uphold the recently enacted legislation without […]
In a firm stance before Parliament, Senegal‘s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has vehemently criticized Western powers for attempting to dictate social values to the rest of the world. His remarks came in response to mounting international criticism over a newly enacted law that significantly increases penalties for same-sex relationships in the predominantly Muslim West African […]