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The city of Mbacké recently welcomed the esteemed leader of « Les Patriotes » and President of Pastef, Ousmane Sonko. His visit marked the official kickoff of the membership card sales drive, a pivotal initiative for the party as it gears up for upcoming electoral challenges, with the 2029 presidential election firmly in its sights. […]
During Pastef’s 48-hour event in Touba, Ousmane Sonko seized the opportunity to deliver sharp criticism against President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. His remarks primarily focused on the contentious management of the presidential ‘black fund’ or ‘caisse noire’. The leader of Pastef firmly asserted that his party operates independently of public funds, emphasizing a financing model built […]
Following a recent assembly of defense ministers from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), Bassolma Bazié, who presides over the CN-CES, extended profound commendations to the armed forces of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. His heartfelt tribute underscored their unwavering commitment and ultimate sacrifices in safeguarding territorial integrity, protecting civilian populations, and achieving what he […]
SenePlus TV Achille Mbembe : « La démocratie n’a jamais véritablement existé en Afrique » Achille Mbembe démonte plusieurs idées reçues sur l’Afrique. De la démocratie au franc CFA, en passant par les régimes d’Afrique centrale et les réparations, le philosophe camerounais livre une analyse sans concession. 12/07/2026 9h47 ID 1006528 Publication 12/07/2026 […]
A significant diplomatic breakthrough was announced on Friday as Algeria and Mali declared the reopening of their respective airspaces and the imminent return of their ambassadors, marking the end of a protracted 15-month dispute sparked by a military drone incident. This development concludes a 15-month period of strained relations that had threatened to undermine critical […]
Par Barra Lutter When images of questionable food production and sale on social media highlight the need for greater oversight, it raises a fundamental question: who is actually controlling what we eat? The scenes show environments that fail to meet the required standards of hygiene, causing widespread concern among consumers. Food products are not just […]
Finale Coupe du Monde 2026 : date, heure, équipes qualifiées, chaîne TV, direct et résultat Copié Coupe du Monde FIFA 2026 Le dernier match du Mondial 2026 La finale de la Coupe du Monde FIFA 2026 se jouera le dimanche 19 juillet 2026 au Stade de New York New Jersey (MetLife Stadium), à East Rutherford, aux États-Unis. Cette rencontre […]
While global powers engage in an intense race for algorithmic supremacy, Gabon has opted to chart a distinct course. During the recent Global Dialogue on AI Governance, convened in Geneva under the United Nations’ patronage, Mark Alexandre Doumba, Gabon’s Minister of Digital Economy, urged the international community to undertake a profound re-evaluation. From Libreville’s perspective, […]
A significant diplomatic development is unfolding in the Mali-Algeria relationship. Following a fifteen-month period of acknowledged estrangement between Bamako and Alger, indications of a warming trend are increasingly evident between these two Sahelian neighbors. This strained period began when Malian authorities repudiated the Algiers Agreement for peace and reconciliation, a move that led to the […]
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final: Date, Time, Teams, and Live Coverage FIFA World Cup 2026 The Grand Finale of the 2026 World Cup The highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is set to take place on Sunday, July 19, at the iconic New York New Jersey Stadium. The two formidable teams vying for […]
Eli Junior Kroupi ne veut pas être remplaçant au PSG D’après les informations de TEAMtalk, le crack de 20 ans aurait une raison bien précise derrière cette décision. Eli Junior Kroupi ne se sentirait en effet pas prêt pour retrouver la Ligue 1 si c’est pour se contenter d’un rôle de remplaçant derrière Ousmane Dembélé […]
France-Maroc : les trois dossiers sensibles du déplacement de Sébastien Lecornu Bruno Jeudy Ce contenu est réservé aux abonnés La Tribune Les 15 et 16 juillet prochains, Sébastien Lecornu se rendra à Rabat, pour partciper à la Haute Commission mixte franco-marocaine. LTD/STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP