Politique

In Senegal, the political landscape this week is marked by delicate tensions at the highest levels of government between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko. The contrasting approaches they are taking are drawing significant attention to the balance of power within the executive branch. Starting May 21, the Head of State […]

Senegal’s tough stance on homosexuality under Sonko’s leadership Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening laws against homosexuality, emphasizing strict enforcement. Amid growing international criticism, he firmly rejects external interference, defending Senegal’s sovereignty on this sensitive issue. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again underscored the government’s resolve to toughen […]

The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of PASTEF-Les Patriotes has finalized its provisional list of presidential candidates for the upcoming party elections. Following a rigorous review of all submitted applications before the May 20, 2026 deadline, the regulatory body—led by Mouhamadou Ngouda Mboup—approved just one valid candidacy: that of incumbent leader Ousmane Sonko. All […]

Bamako’s declaration of restored military sovereignty following the withdrawal of French forces and the progressive abandonment of Western security frameworks has been framed by authorities as a historic triumph for Malian self-determination. The narrative celebrates the nation’s rejection of foreign tutelage and reassertion of territorial control. Yet beneath the rhetoric lies a deeper transformation—one that […]

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko convened a cabinet meeting to lay the groundwork for the 2026-2027 winter farming campaign, marking a pivotal step toward Senegal’s food sovereignty ambitions. While commending institutions like the Senegalese Institute for Agricultural Research (ISRA) and Chimical Industries of Senegal (ICS) for their strides in certified seed and fertilizer production, Sonko delivered […]

Politique Cameroon and Chad strengthen military alliance after May 20 celebrations Following the joint military parade for the National Unity Day festivities, Cameroon and Chad are advancing their defense cooperation to new heights. Editorial Staff |May 21, 2026|3 min read AAA Summarize Listen Comment Following the joint parade for National Unity Day, where Chadian forces […]

The political landscape in Senegal is heating up as two key figures, Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko, engage in a high-stakes battle of dialogues. Their exchanges are not just shaping the future of their parties but are also redefining the contours of Senegalese politics. With national attention riveted on their every move, the stakes […]

The political arena in Senegal is currently marked by a deepening divide between two prominent figures: President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. Behind the scenes, a battle of dialogues and strategic negotiations is unfolding, shaping the nation’s future trajectory. An ideological standoff rooted in Senegal’s future The tension between Bassirou Diomaye Faye […]

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko recently unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at the profound transformation of Senegal’s commercial infrastructure. Addressing the critical state of existing facilities, many of which date back to the 1970s, and responding to the alarming record of 53 market fires between 2013 and 2024, the head of government has integrated the Programme […]

Guy Marius Sagna has expressed significant reservations regarding the structure of the «Dialogue national» initiated by President Diomaye, challenging its legal foundations and objectives as potentially outdated. He contends that without a profound overhaul and a genuine embrace of local participation, this initiative risks serving narrow political agendas rather than addressing the core concerns of […]

Mali: does counterterrorism justify state security abductions? Local Correspondent Families of the missing are raising their voices, demanding answers about the whereabouts and conditions of their detained relatives. They insist that if any wrongdoing is alleged, cases must be transferred to proper judicial authorities. Yet supporters of Mali’s transitional government argue that national security imperatives […]

Seydina Oumar Touré praises president Faye’s national dialogue for Senegal’s stability The Director General of the Agency for Security and Proximity (ASP), Seydina Oumar Touré, has lauded President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s national dialogue initiative, underscoring its vital contribution to Senegal’s enduring stability. Amidst a charged political atmosphere, Touré champions the indispensable values of tolerance and […]