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Sonko urges update of flood emergency plans in Senegal

During the latest cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko placed a strong emphasis on strengthening flood prevention and response strategies across the country. Held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, the session highlighted the critical need for coordinated national efforts to mitigate flood risks before the rainy season intensifies. The Prime Minister acknowledged the proactive groundwork […]

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Ousmane Sonko pushes bold reforms in markets, agriculture and digital sector

Senegal’s PM accelerates major reforms in markets, agriculture and digitalization In a decisive move to modernize Senegal’s economy, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko unveiled a sweeping reform agenda during Wednesday’s Council of Ministers meeting. The initiatives target three critical sectors: public markets, agriculture, and digital transformation, backed by a 57.5 billion FCFA investment plan aimed at […]

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Senegal flood prevention: prime minister urges ministers to act ahead of rains

SENEGAL – FLOOD PREVENTION The Prime Minister has directed key ministers to implement urgent measures ahead of the upcoming rainy season. During Wednesday’s Council of Ministers meeting, concrete instructions were issued to ensure proper flood preparedness, according to government spokesperson Marie Rose Faye. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko emphasized the need for immediate action, including updates […]

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Côte d’Ivoire embraces sustainable growth through the green economy

In Côte d’Ivoire, a fresh wave of professional paths is emerging, driven by a youth population determined to innovate through sustainability. This shift towards the green economy in Côte d’Ivoire encompasses diverse sectors such as urban farming, insect rearing, and carbon-offset initiatives. For those following Burkina Faso English reports or Faso news today, these regional […]

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Côte d’Ivoire financial scandal: mupepmenet-ci executives and political leader face trial over 5 billion cfa fraud

Côte d’Ivoire’s financial watchdogs take decisive action against alleged embezzlement In a sweeping move to restore public confidence in financial institutions, Côte d’Ivoire’s Pôle Pénal Economique et Financier (PPEF) has concluded an extensive investigation into alleged mismanagement at the Mutuelle des Enseignants de Côte d’Ivoire (Mupemenet-CI). The probe, which spanned several months, has culminated in […]

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Senegal’s president diomaye faye launches broad consultations as pm sonko addresses lawmakers

Senegal’s president Diomaye Faye launches broad consultations as prime minister Sonko addresses lawmakers Source May 21, 2026 Set Yahoo as your preferred source for our articles in Google. Following the cancellation of the annual May 28 national dialogue initiated by former president Macky Sall in 2016, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has opted for an extended […]

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Senegal’s markets face modernization push under Sonko’s plan

Dakar — Senegal’s market infrastructure is in urgent need of transformation, warned Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko during a recent government council meeting. The current state of commercial facilities, he noted, suffers from severe dilapidation and presents significant security risks that demand immediate structural solutions. Between 2013 and 2024 alone, 53 markets across the country have […]

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Senegal’s financial struggles and macron’s pledge to president faye

The Republic of Senegal is grappling with mounting financial challenges, exacerbated by the revelation of undisclosed debts that have cast a shadow over public finances for nearly two years. Fears of a potential payment default loom large, prompting urgent action from authorities to mobilize resources within the regional financial market. Diplomatic efforts amid economic uncertainty […]

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Antoine Zogonimbou and Mboliloungoule: kidnapped in Zemio, tortured, and detained in Bangui

In a disturbing sequence of events unfolding in the Central African Republic, two individuals, Antoine Zogonimbou and Mboliloungoule, have reportedly endured a harrowing ordeal. Their journey began with an abduction in Zemio, followed by alleged torture in Berengo, before culminating in their detention within the gendarmerie cells in Bangui. This series of grave incidents is […]