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…
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Ivory coast investment in northern security and media regulation progress
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…
Senegal prime minister slams western pressure over homosexuality laws
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…
Senegal’s prime minister condemns western pressure on homosexuality laws
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…
Senegal’s prime minister slams western pressure over anti-gay law
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…
Regional program on gender and green economy validated in Abidjan
Abidjan — A landmark initiative to bridge gender equality with environmental sustainability has been endorsed in Abidjan. The Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) Centre for Gender Development (CCDG), in partnership…
Senegal’s prime minister faces heated parliamentary grilling
The National Assembly of Senegal convened a high-stakes plenary session today, dedicated entirely to live parliamentary questions directed at the Government. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his cabinet ministers appeared before lawmakers…
Senegal government tightens foreign travel rules for top officials
Senegal government tightens foreign travel rules for top officials In a bold move to curb what he describes as excessive administrative travel, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has imposed stringent new restrictions…
Chad to host african water forum in 2026, addressing continental water challenges
Afrique Chad to host african water forum in 2026, addressing continental water challenges N’Djamena is set to welcome key stakeholders to discuss Africa’s critical water issues at the African Water Forum in…
Senegal’s political landscape sees Diomaye Faye and Sonko pursue diverging agendas
In Senegal, the political landscape this week is marked by delicate tensions at the highest levels of government between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko. The contrasting approaches…
Finadev Tchad liquidation by cobac ends microfinance operations
The Banking Commission of Central Africa (COBAC) has revoked the operating license of Financial Development Chad (FINADEV Tchad S.A.), a microfinance institution, which is now under liquidation. The official statement, released on…
Islamic state’s enduring presence in Mali’s northeast despite jnim focus
The Islamic State Sahel Province (ISSP) maintains its substantial influence across northeastern Mali. Despite significant attention on the JNIM, this formidable group continues its operations in several strategic locations throughout the country….