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Senegal: Sonko’s Pastef party excluded from new government President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has announced a new ministerial lineup for Senegal that notably omits the Pastef party, led by former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The decision follows weeks of escalating tensions between the two political figures, culminating in Sonko’s recent removal from his government post and […]
Senegal’s new government forms without pastef party participation Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal unveiled his new government on Monday, June 1st, notably forming a cabinet without the involvement of his own party, Pastef. This move comes amid revelations of a “disagreement” between President […]
In a significant political development, opposition lawmakers in Sénégal formally lodged an appeal with the Constitutional Council on Monday. This legal challenge directly disputes the reinstatement of Ousmane Sonko to the National Assembly. The move unfolds amid escalating institutional tensions, coming just days after Mr. Sonko’s dismissal from his governmental position. Those filing the complaint […]
Champions League final draws massive advertiser interest with 90 brands June 1, 2026, 4:30 PM Advertisers poured over €13 million into the broadcast, marking a significant year-over-year increase. The UEFA Champions League final delivered exceptional advertising revenue, with 90 brands investing a total of over €13 million in gross ad spend. This represents a notable […]
Sonko rules out pastef ministers in Senegal’s new government Ousmane Sonko, Speaker of the National Assembly and leader of the Pastef party, has declared that no ministers from his party will be included in Senegal’s upcoming government. The announcement, shared on social media platforms, has intensified public interest as citizens await the official unveiling of […]
Ousmane Sonko announces no Pastef ministers in new Senegalese government Ousmane Sonko, the influential President of the National Assembly and leader of the Pastef party, recently declared that no ministers from his political movement would be appointed to the incoming government. This announcement, shared via his social media platforms, has intensified public anticipation across Senegal […]
Just days after Senegal’s Prime Minister was replaced and a new cabinet named, deepening rifts have emerged between opposition leader Ousmane Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Attempts to negotiate the inclusion of senior figures from his party, Pastef-Les Patriotes, in the new government collapsed this week following a series of high-level discussions. In an […]
Chad Chad confronts rising intercommunal violence with new security measures Chad’s Public Security Minister calls for unified action to address intercommunal conflicts, emphasizing a comprehensive strategy and collective stakeholder engagement. The Senate President, Dr. Haroun Kabadi, convened a plenary session on June 1, 2026, to address the nation’s pressing security challenges. During the meeting, senators […]
Chad’s digital future: N’Djamena forges tech alliances in Washington ActualitéDernières publicationsSLIDEHOME 2 min.de lecture Par Digital Business Africa 1 juin, 2026 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp Chad is actively pursuing a strategy to engage with global technology partners. A governmental delegation, led by the Minister of Telecommunications, Digital Economy, and Digitalization, Haliki Choua Mahamat, undertook a significant visit to […]
Côte d’Ivoire is poised to embark on a transformative journey in modernizing its national infrastructure. Under the framework of the National Development Program (PND) 2026-2030, the government has unveiled plans for a groundbreaking High-Speed Train (TGV) system, designed to connect the southern and northern regions of the country. This flagship initiative forms a crucial part […]
The newly elected President of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, has made a bold diplomatic move just days after assuming office. On May 31, 2026—exactly one week after his inauguration—he embarked on his first official state visit to Nigeria, invited by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. By choosing Abuja as his inaugural international destination, Wadagni has signaled a […]
Global credit ratings agency Moody’s has downgraded Mali’s sovereign credit outlook from stable to negative, while retaining the Caa2 rating. This move reflects deepening concerns over escalating security risks, growing financing strains in regional markets, and lingering political uncertainties that could further destabilize the country’s economic trajectory. Why Moody’s warning matters for Mali’s economy In […]