The newly appointed government in Senegal, led by Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Mohamed Lô, has become a focal point of national discussion. Comprising 30 ministers, the team leans heavily toward technocrats and political allies of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, with minimal representation from the Pastef party, despite its leader, Ousmane Sonko, being a member. […]
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Assimi Goïta officially sworn in as Mali’s transitional leader
Colonel Assimi Goïta takes office as transitional president of Mali In a formal ceremony held in Bamako, Colonel Assimi Goïta has officially been inaugurated as the transitional president of Mali. This milestone follows a period of significant political upheaval in the West African nation, marking a new chapter in its governance structure. At just 37 […]
Niger tackles housing crisis with rent control measures
With over 29 million residents, Niger faces a severe housing shortage that has intensified in recent years. The National Statistics Institute reports a yearly demand for 40,000 new homes nationwide, with Niamey alone requiring 5,000 annually. This chronic deficit has driven rental prices to unsustainable levels, prompting urgent government intervention. In response, authorities announced a […]
Sonko accuses rivals of political plot to block parliamentary reinstatement
In a sharply worded statement to journalists, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party and majority parliamentary group, condemned what he described as a politically motivated conspiracy aimed at preventing his reinstatement as a deputy in the National Assembly. The move follows a constitutional challenge filed by a coalition of opposition lawmakers and independents, who […]
Ousmane Sonko’s full Wolof address as national assembly president
Ousmane Sonko’s full Wolof address as national assembly president By By Follow: Share 0 Min Read SHARE The complete Wolof address delivered by Ousmane Sonko, who holds the esteemed position of President of the National Assembly, is now available. Explore the full remarks from National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko, presented entirely in Wolof. Share This […]
Ousmane Sonko reveals details of Cap Manuel protocol with Bassirou Diomaye Faye
In a dramatic revelation, Ousmane Sonko, Senegal’s former Prime Minister and leader of the Pastef movement, has sworn under oath that a formal political agreement was struck with President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye prior to the 2024 presidential election—while he was detained at Cap Manuel prison. Speaking to journalists, Sonko described the encounter as the […]
Sonko warns new PM Al Aminou Lo amid political tensions
In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has issued stern warnings to Senegal’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Al Aminou Lo. Speaking to the press, Sonko criticized Lo’s recent public statements, urging him to focus solely on his technocratic role and avoid overstepping political boundaries. Sonko’s direct challenge to the new leader comes […]
Senegal: why pastef declined to join the new government
Senegal: why the Pastef refused to join the new government Senegal’s former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko held a press conference on June 2 to explain why his party, Pastef, declined an invitation to join the newly formed government led by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The decision came after extensive discussions between Sonko and the president, […]
Ousmane Sonko slams political plot over constitutional appeal
Dakar — The leader of Pastef, Ousmane Sonko, has strongly condemned what he describes as a politically motivated attempt to block his reinstatement as a member of the National Assembly. The appeal, filed with the Constitutional Council by opposition lawmakers and independents, has drawn sharp criticism from Sonko, who accuses opponents of orchestrating a legal […]
Press statement from pastef leader ousmane sonko
In a landmark address delivered earlier today, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, outlined critical positions on pressing national issues. The declaration, broadcast live across local media outlets, emphasized transparency and governance reforms as central pillars for Senegal’s future development. Key highlights from the press briefing The announcement covered several strategic areas: Institutional reforms: […]
Tchad reviews president’s two-year progress report in N’Djamena
In line with the Head of State’s five-year mandate, the General Secretariat of the Government organized a technical validation workshop this week to assess a two-year progress report. The event, which runs from June 2 to June 5 in N’Djaména at the Radisson Blu Hotel, brings together officials to review achievements and challenges from May […]
Gabon secures vice-presidency at UN’s 81st assembly
The Gabonese Republic has been elected as a vice-president during the latest session of the United Nations General Assembly, marking a significant diplomatic milestone. On June 2, 2026, Gabon was chosen alongside 21 other nations to join the executive bureau of the UN’s primary deliberative body—a position the country has not held in nearly a […]











