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Senegal’s economic divide: Sonko vs Faye policies clash Chérif Salif Sy The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on May 23, 2026, wasn’t merely a political reshuffle—it marked the collapse of two fundamentally opposing economic visions that had been forcibly united under one banner. Two years after the April 2024 transition that […]
The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko by Bassirou Diomaye Faye on May 23, 2026, signals more than a clash of egos—it marks the irreconcilable divide between two opposing economic philosophies. Two years after the 2024 political transition that brought Faye to power and Sonko to the premiership, the partnership collapsed over three critical economic pillars: debt […]
Chad’s health authorities have initiated a critical mass vaccination campaign against poliomyelitis, combined with vitamin A supplementation and deworming treatment, targeting millions of children nationwide. Launched by Dr. Abdelmadjid Abderahim, Minister of Public Health and Prevention, the three-day operation (June 5–7, 2026) at the Atrone Health Center in N’Djamena’s 7th arrondissement marks a pivotal moment […]
Civil society figure Nassirou Bodo detained in Niamey amid protest calls Nassirou Bodo has been formally remanded into custody at the Niamey detention center following his appearance before prosecutors, marking another escalation in the crackdown on dissent in Niger. His arrest came after a period of police custody, where authorities allege his recent public statements […]
The Groupement des Écoles Militaires Interarmées (GEMIA) in N’Djamena celebrated a milestone event today, marking the induction of its sixth cohort of Enfants de Troupe alongside an awards ceremony for top performers. The ceremony, held under heavy skies, drew high-ranking military and civilian leaders, including General Hisseine Abderamane Haggar and the Deputy Chief of General […]
Bradley Barcola has once again enjoyed a successful season with Paris Saint-Germain. Despite the Parisian club’s Champions League triumph, the talented winger did not feature in the final match. With only two years remaining on his current contract, Barcola’s future could potentially lie away from the French capital, as several prominent clubs are reportedly vying […]
Economy Taxing mobile phones: when the State undermines its own digital ambitions Success in digital transformation begins with connecting citizens and lowering access costs to technology. Yet in Cameroon, the government has chosen a different path: imposing a hefty tax on mobile phones. A decision that risks widening the digital divide rather than bridging it. […]
Benin and Togo deepen partnership with historic visit A landmark visit by Benin’s top leadership to Lomé on June 3 marks a turning point in bilateral relations between the two neighboring West African nations. Described as a “friendship and working visit,” the trip underscores a deliberate shift toward deeper collaboration between Benin and Togo, driven […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a comprehensive analysis examining the autonomy of central banks across the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. The study establishes a clear link between enhanced central bank independence and improved inflation control, as well as greater resilience against macroeconomic shocks. The report delves into the […]
The future of social media in Gabon took center stage at a major international digital regulation summit. From June 1 to 3, 2026, Germain Ngoyo Moussavou, President of the High Authority for Communication (HAC), participated in the Abidjan 2 conference in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Organized by the African Communication Regulators Network (RIARC) and the Francophone […]
The Republic of Benin has just etched its name in golden letters into the annals of international public governance history. Recent findings from the Open Budget Survey have propelled the West African nation to the summit of African budgetary transparency and secured it the second-highest rank globally. This historic milestone crowns a decade of bold […]
The political divide between Ousmane Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has now become impossible to ignore. During a press conference held on Tuesday in Dakar, the former Prime Minister outlined the reasons behind his party, Pastef-Les Patriotes, refusing to join the new government led by Ahmadou Alamine Mohamed Lô. Sonko revealed that discussions with […]