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Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, has taken a striking U-turn in his public statements about the Constitutional Council’s recent decision. Just days after urging respect for the ruling, he delivered a sharply critical speech during the inauguration of his party’s new headquarters in Touba. From respect to reproach: Sonko’s evolving position In the […]

Senegal: al aminou lo and ousmane sonko clash over patriotism and policy A recent press briefing by Ousmane Sonko, held in the city of Touba, has intensified the ongoing political friction between himself and Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo. Following Sonko’s remarks, the Prime Minister took to social media, condemning the exploitation of national sentiment […]

The Sino-Congolese Programme, aimed at boosting infrastructure development across the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), faces significant setbacks due to prolonged customs delays. Despite coordinated efforts from technical, financial, and institutional stakeholders, the impasse at Matadi port threatens to stall critical construction projects nationwide. bitumen shortages halt major roadworks Nico Nzau Nzau, Director-General of […]

Ousmane Sonko questions President Faye’s leadership at Senegal event During the inauguration of the Pastef party headquarters in Touba—nearly 200 kilometers east of Dakar—Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, took the opportunity to sharply condemn President Diomaye Faye’s leadership style. Speaking to supporters, Sonko described the head of state as “a puppet easily swayed […]

Algeria and Mali resume air travel and diplomatic relations Diplomatic update. After over a year of strained relations, Algeria and Mali have taken a significant step toward reconciliation. Both nations announced the reopening of their respective airspaces to civilian and military flights, alongside the reinstatement of their ambassadors—a move signaling a potential thaw in their […]

Sud-Kivu, a pivotal province in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is currently experiencing a concerning surge in instability, directly impacting its vital social actors. Human rights advocates, journalists, and community leaders are sounding the alarm over a fresh wave of harassment, targeted threats, and abductions. These alarming incidents specifically target those who diligently […]

In Senegal, the ongoing discussion surrounding undisclosed funds linked to the previous administration has intensified, now focusing on individual accountability. Babacar Bâ, a prominent civil society figure known for his engagement in public governance discussions, is challenging the consistency of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Bâ contends that the head of government, who has largely built […]

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reached a landmark agreement with health sector unions, bringing an end to a prolonged medical strike that had crippled the country’s healthcare system. The breakthrough was announced following intense negotiations that culminated in significant concessions from the government. In a landmark announcement during the 94th Council of Ministers […]

During his recent tour across the Baol region, Ousmane Sonko significantly escalated his critique directed at President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Convening this Sunday in Touba, where he inaugurated the new Pastef-Touba headquarters and subsequently addressed a conference on current political issues, the Pastef leader revisited the Constitutional Council’s ruling that invalidated the constitutional revision law, […]

In a powerful statement delivered from Touba on Sunday, July 12, 2026, during the inauguration of his party’s local headquarters, Ousmane Sonko, the President of the National Assembly, strongly criticized the President of the Republic. Denouncing what he termed the state’s “unsteady” management, Sonko openly questioned Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s approach and vowed to systematically refer […]

Thierno Bocoum, who leads the AGIR-Les Leaders movement, has sharply criticized Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko concerning the

In a highly charged address delivered this past Sunday in Sadio, Diourbel region, Ousmane Sonko, leader of PASTEF-Les Patriotes, leveled sharp criticism at the current administration’s handling of governance. Speaking before a packed crowd of supporters, the opposition figure scrutinized the political trajectory that led to Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s election as President of Senegal in […]