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Senegal’s prime minister cautions about potential fuel price surge The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has raised concerns about a possible increase in fuel prices due to mounting international pressures. Speaking to the National Assembly, he emphasized that such a scenario could significantly strain public finances and the national economy, ultimately impacting the purchasing […]
Senegal’s Prime Minister Sonko condemns homosexuality amid rising tensions Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has intensified his rhetoric against homosexuality, accusing Western nations of attempting to “impose this practice on the rest of the world.” This declaration comes at a time when the country is already grappling with significant hostility toward LGBTQ+ individuals, marked by […]
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 […]
Ousmane Sonko unveils ambitious job creation plan for Senegalese youth In a landmark address to the National Assembly, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has placed employment at the heart of Senegal’s economic and social agenda. Speaking during Friday’s parliamentary session on May 22, 2026, the head of government made a bold pledge to tackle youth unemployment […]
Senegal’s PM condemns western pressure on homosexuality laws Share Share WhatsApp LinkedIn Email Messenger Senegal’s parliament approved a controversial bill in early March, doubling prison sentences for same-sex relations to five to ten years. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko forcefully rejected western criticism of the new legislation during a parliamentary address on May 22, labeling it […]
Pastef 2026: Ousmane Sonko remains sole presidential candidate The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of Pastef-Les Patriotes has released the provisional list of candidates for the upcoming party leadership election ahead of the 2026 congress. According to the official decision, only Ousmane Sonko’s candidacy has been deemed admissible at this stage. This decision, made […]
Abidjan, May 2026 — The nation’s top newspapers today highlighted key developments shaping Côte d’Ivoire’s security landscape and media governance, with major announcements from top officials and institutions. Northern Côte d’Ivoire receives multi-billion FCFA security boost Several leading dailies led with the inauguration of critical defense and security infrastructure in the northern regions, emphasizing a […]
Senegal’s Prime Minister Condemns Western Influence on Homosexuality Legislation breaking news During a parliamentary address on May 21, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko firmly rejected international calls for a moratorium on the country’s recently reinforced anti-homosexuality law. The legislation, which came into effect on March 31, increases penalties for same-sex relationships to up to ten […]
In a forceful parliamentary address, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko pushed back against mounting criticism of the nation’s toughened penalties for same-sex relations, branding the growing demands for leniency as a Western-driven tyranny intent on exporting homosexuality worldwide. Speaking before lawmakers on a packed Friday session, Sonko vowed to uphold the recently enacted legislation without […]
Ousmane Sonko strengthens anti-LGBTQ+ stance in national assembly The Senegalese Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, delivered a robust defense of the newly amended law targeting acts considered against nature during a tense session of the National Assembly. Speaking during a parliamentary session focused on government accountability, Sonko presented the legislation as a necessary response to what […]
Abidjan — A landmark initiative to bridge gender equality with environmental sustainability has been endorsed in Abidjan. The Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) Centre for Gender Development (CCDG), in partnership with UN Women and key CEDEAO agencies, officially approved a regional framework that merges gender policies, climate resilience, and the green economy. strategic […]
Senegal government tightens foreign travel rules for top officials In a bold move to curb what he describes as excessive administrative travel, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has imposed stringent new restrictions on overseas trips by government ministers and directors-general of state-owned enterprises. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has initiated sweeping reforms to regulate foreign travel […]