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A political tremor of unprecedented scale is reverberating across Senegal and throughout the sub-region. On Friday, May 22, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially terminated the tenure of his Prime Minister and political mentor, Ousmane Sonko. This decisive action has led to the immediate dissolution of the entire government, signaling an abrupt end to the […]
Lomé’s strategic pivot in West African diplomacy In the ever-shifting landscape of West African diplomacy, Lomé is poised to make a bold statement. High-level sources confirm that the Togolese government is preparing to officially recognize the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA), a move that could reshape regional alliances and challenge conventional diplomatic norms. The […]
In the Lac province, grappling with the relentless pressure of Boko Haram’s recent assaults, women have taken a unified stand. Through the Provincial Women’s Network, they gathered in Baga-Sola on Friday, May 22, 2026, to voice unwavering support for the defense and security forces while emphasizing the critical need for national unity against the looming […]
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 […]
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 […]
Strict enforcement of updated legal framework in Senegal Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has delivered a firm message to the National Assembly, declaring that the government will show no leniency in the application of the newly strengthened laws targeting acts against nature. Speaking during a legislative session on Friday, the head of government dismissed international pushback, […]
The collapse of a political strategy is often measured by how quickly its backers abandon ship. In Mali, recent military setbacks against coordinated offensives by the armed rebel factions of the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA) and the jihadist Groupe de soutien à l’islam et aux musulmans (GSIM) have exposed systemic failures within the […]
On May 22, 2026, Cotonou reached a milestone in its logistics and transportation history with the inauguration of the Zongo Truck Parking, a state-of-the-art facility designed to revolutionize how heavy goods vehicles operate in and around the Port of Cotonou. This modern infrastructure, developed by the Autonomous Port of Cotonou (PAC), signals a new era […]
The announcement of a visa waiver for all African nationals visiting Togo has been presented as a bold step toward continental integration. Yet beneath the polished rhetoric of an open-door policy lies a tightly controlled system where digital bureaucracy replaces physical barriers. The promise of freedom versus the reality of regulation At first glance, the […]
The Senegalese Prime Minister made a bold statement on Friday, May 21, defending the country’s recently enacted law that toughens penalties for same-sex relations while firmly rejecting international calls for a moratorium. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko condemns Western interference During a parliamentary session, Ousmane Sonko delivered a scathing critique of what he described as the […]
Historic accord signed to empower women and boost green economy across West Africa Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — Leaders from across West Africa have taken a decisive step toward sustainable development by endorsing a groundbreaking regional initiative that merges gender equality with climate action and green economic growth. The landmark program, finalized during a two-day workshop […]
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 July 2026. Our Reporter May 22, 2026 — 2 min read Partager The Minister of Finance, Budget, Economy, Planning, and International Cooperation recently […]