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The Pastef party has once again demonstrated its unwavering support for Ousmane Sonko. He recently secured an overwhelming re-election as the head of his political movement during its congress held on Saturday. This powerful affirmation of his mandate comes just two weeks after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye removed him from the Prime Minister’s office. Sonko, […]
With a resounding mandate secured at his party’s recent convention, Ousmane Sonko stands at a pivotal moment in Senegalese politics. The Pastef leader’s re-election as party president marks a new phase in his relationship with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, after Sonko’s unexpected removal from the prime ministership just two weeks prior. In a bold declaration […]
During his investiture rally at the Dakar Arena this Sunday, Ousmane Sonko addressed the topic of upcoming local elections, delivering a firm stance against any possible postponement. Standing before a large crowd of PASTEF members and senior officials, the party leader made it unmistakably clear that his political organisation would not back any move to […]
On the second day of his official tour in Libreville, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, who presides over the Refoundation of the Republic of Madagascar, embarked on a comprehensive exploration of several iconic landmarks within the Gabonese capital on Saturday, June 6. Accompanied by Hermann Immongault, Gabon’s Vice-President of the Government, the Malagasy leader’s itinerary included the […]
Our journalists and experts answer your questions on Sudanese refugee status in France, a new French space mission in 2027, and the departure of foreign companies from Cuba. Why Washington is imposing fresh sanctions on DRC-linked figures Three months after sanctioning the Rwandan army and several senior officials, the United States has struck again. This […]
Cameroon’s Parliament convenes on June 9 for its second ordinary session of the year, a pivotal moment traditionally dedicated to the budget orientation debate. Lawmakers from both chambers will scrutinize the broad strokes of the 2027 budget proposal amid tightening financial conditions and lingering political uncertainty. The exercise takes center stage as the executive struggles […]
Dakar recently hosted the inaugural national congress of Pastef-Les Patriotes, the parliamentary majority party, which convened from Saturday, June 6, to Sunday, June 7. Established in 2014, the party utilized this significant event to invigorate its agenda amidst a shifting political landscape. Under the leadership of its president, Ousmane Sonko, Pastef aimed to define new […]
Abidjan is currently gripped by a series of significant developments, with widespread demolitions and evictions across the city taking center stage. Alongside these pressing social concerns, recent elections within the Union Nationale des Journalistes de Côte d’Ivoire (UNJCI) and the anticipation surrounding the 2026 Football World Cup are also drawing considerable attention. Regarding the ongoing […]
The Belgian government has confirmed the permanent closure of its embassy in Bamako, marking a historic shift in diplomatic relations. The decision, announced on June 5, takes full effect on June 30, ending decades of cooperation in development, culture, and economic exchange. This move follows growing concerns over security and political tensions in the region. […]
The National Mining Corporation (Sonamines) is tightening its oversight of gold mining operators across Cameroon. Following an inspection tour in the Adamaoua and East regions—key hubs for artisanal and semi-mechanized gold production—Director General Serge Hervé Boyogueno delivered a blunt assessment. Many operators fall short of production targets, some are financially insolvent, while environmental violations and […]
The second session of the political dialogue between Gabon and the European Union kicked off on 8 June 2026 at the Congress Palace in Libreville. The meeting brought together Gabonese officials and accredited EU member state representatives to review progress on commitments made during the first session. This structured exchange aligns with the formal framework […]
Could a forthcoming World Cup campaign tip the scales in favor of Real Madrid? As the French national team prepares to depart this week for their Boston base ahead of the 2026 World Cup (June 11-July 19), Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is reportedly working behind the scenes on a transfer for Michael Olise, despite […]