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SENEGAL GOVERNMENT Dakar, May 21 — Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has issued a firm directive to cabinet ministers to prioritize the completion and operationalization of ongoing infrastructure projects within their respective sectors. The call came during a high-level interministerial council meeting focused on infrastructure development. Maritime and port infrastructure take center stage Sonko specifically emphasized […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has directed key cabinet members, including the Ministers of Environment, Tourism, Economy, Planning, Cooperation, Finance, and Budget, to implement all necessary measures to invigorate the stewardship of Senegal’s national natural assets. In close collaboration with COSIVRA, the administration aims to establish a modern and sustainable framework for the development and management […]
In a gesture underscoring the government’s commitment to national cohesion, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko was granted an official audience by His Grace André Guèye, Archbishop of Dakar. The meeting, held ahead of the 2026 Popenguine pilgrimage, reflected the spirit of mutual respect and shared purpose that underpins Senegal’s social fabric. During the cordial exchange, the […]
Wolfsburg and Paderborn play to a stalemate in first leg of Bundesliga relegation playoff The first leg of the Bundesliga relegation playoff ended goalless on Thursday as 16th-placed Wolfsburg hosted third-placed Paderborn in a tense showdown. The home side dominated possession and created numerous chances but failed to break down Paderborn’s resolute defense, leaving the […]
With the annual Popenguine Marian Pilgrimage just around the corner, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko made a courtesy visit to His Grace Monseigneur André Guèye, Archbishop of Dakar, on Thursday. The meeting, held at the Prime Minister’s initiative, was characterized by warm exchanges and a spirit of mutual respect. During the encounter, Monseigneur Guèye offered prayers […]
Bamako’s declaration of restored military sovereignty following the withdrawal of French forces and the progressive abandonment of Western security frameworks has been framed by authorities as a historic triumph for Malian self-determination. The narrative celebrates the nation’s rejection of foreign tutelage and reassertion of territorial control. Yet beneath the rhetoric lies a deeper transformation—one that […]
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has unveiled a striking revelation about the nation’s economic landscape. In a recent address, he disclosed that 245 stalled infrastructure projects, valued at a total of 279 billion CFA francs, have been identified across the country. During a high-level interministerial meeting on infrastructure development, Mr. Sonko emphasized that […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko convened a cabinet meeting to lay the groundwork for the 2026-2027 winter farming campaign, marking a pivotal step toward Senegal’s food sovereignty ambitions. While commending institutions like the Senegalese Institute for Agricultural Research (ISRA) and Chimical Industries of Senegal (ICS) for their strides in certified seed and fertilizer production, Sonko delivered […]
Senegal’s Infrastructure Gridlock: Sonko’s Task Force Takes Charge Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko convened an emergency interministerial council on infrastructure this week, unveiling a bold initiative to unclog 245 stalled public projects and assets worth trillions of CFA francs. The high-level meeting, held at the President Mamadou Dia Administrative Building, marked the first step in a […]
National unity takes center stage in Senegal The former Prime Minister of Senegal, Amadou Ba, emphasized on Thursday the critical need for political dialogue and financial credibility, following a high-level meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye as part of the ongoing National Dialogue initiative. The meeting at the Palace of the Republic brought together former […]
Politique Cameroon and Chad strengthen military alliance after May 20 celebrations Following the joint military parade for the National Unity Day festivities, Cameroon and Chad are advancing their defense cooperation to new heights. Editorial Staff |May 21, 2026|3 min read AAA Summarize Listen Comment Following the joint parade for National Unity Day, where Chadian forces […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has sharply criticized the lack of judicial follow-up on financial accountability cases, questioning the integrity of the justice system during a high-level interministerial meeting focused on infrastructure. The government head’s remarks came as Justice Minister Yassine Fall presented updates on structural weaknesses in her department and irregularities in public construction projects. […]