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During a session at the National Assembly on Friday, May 22, 2026, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko publicly challenged the President’s handling of political funds, sparking a rare display of dissent between the country’s top leaders. Addressing lawmakers during a session on urgent topical issues, Sonko declared his disagreement with the Head of State, stating […]
The political climate in Chad remains tense as the Supreme Court upholds the detention of opposition leader Succès Masra. His appeal was rejected on Thursday, leaving him with a 20-year prison sentence handed down in May 2025 for charges of disseminating hate speech and xenophobic messages, as well as complicity in murder. Human rights advocates […]
Senegal’s prime minister ousmane sonko dismissed by president bassirou diomaye faye Ousmane Sonko is no longer Senegal’s Prime Minister and head of government. The decision was announced live on national television by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, marking the end of a professional relationship that had visibly deteriorated between the two leaders. The dismissal also concludes […]
The Senegalese Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, recently addressed the National Assembly, condemning what he described as Western coercion and tyranny, accusing foreign powers of attempting to impose homosexuality on the nation. His remarks come amid escalating tensions between national sovereignty and human rights, particularly as Senegal tightens its laws on same-sex relationships. This discourse is […]
« La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. « La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Published il y a 4 heures Face aux députés lors des questions d’actualité à l’Assemblée nationale ce vendredi, Ousmane […]
« La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. « La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Published il y a une heure Face aux députés lors des questions d’actualité à l’Assemblée nationale ce vendredi, Ousmane […]
Senegal’s tough new anti-LGBT laws to be fully enforced, Sonko declares Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivers strong stance on controversial legislation during parliamentary session. Editorial team | May 22, 2026 | 3 min read A A A Summarize Listen Comment Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has confirmed the new legislation targeting LGBTQ+ activities will be […]
Senegal’s tough anti-homosexuality law to be enforced, Sonko says Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has declared that the recently amended law criminalizing homosexuality will be strictly enforced across the country. Speaking during a parliamentary session on May 22, 2026, Sonko addressed domestic and international reactions to the legislation, emphasizing Senegal’s sovereignty in shaping its legal […]
Senegal politics: APR official challenges Sonko to present evidence to courts A leading figure from the Alliance Pour la République (APR) has publicly challenged Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to back up his allegations with concrete evidence in court, rather than through political rhetoric. The call comes amid growing scrutiny over governance and accountability in Senegal. […]
On Friday, May 22, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko forcefully defended his government’s stance before lawmakers during the fifth round of parliamentary question-and-answer sessions since the PASTEF took office. Responding to inquiries about the recently enacted legislation that increases prison sentences for same-sex relationships—after over a hundred individuals were detained within three months and African […]
Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, has reiterated his commitment to tightening oversight of political funds, emphasizing the need for transparent and accountable use of public resources. His stance marks a notable shift from the position held by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on this delicate issue. During a heated session of parliamentary questions to the government, […]
In a sharp rebuttal delivered on the floor of the National Assembly, former legislator Maïmouna Sène, a senior figure in the Alliance Pour la République (APR), accused Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko of deploying what she termed « judicial populism » as a distraction from the country’s pressing economic challenges. Accountability vs. Political Theatre Addressing the […]