Politique

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 […]

In a strategic political move, former President Laurent Gbagbo of Côte d’Ivoire has formally stepped back from his leadership role within the Ivorian Popular Front (PPA-CI), yet retains decisive influence over the party’s future direction and succession plans. The announcement, made during the Renaissance festival in Songon, marks a pivotal moment in the country’s evolving […]

The Network of Women Leaders for Development (RFLD) has underscored the urgent need for greater female representation in Senegal’s decision-making bodies, stressing that the nation’s progress cannot be achieved without the full participation of women. Speaking at a high-level seminar on women’s political engagement in Dakar, Bator Seck, President of the RFLD in Senegal, delivered […]

The resurgence of Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) and its armed wing, the Front de Libération du Azawad (FLA), has cast a spotlight on the Algerian regime’s covert role in Mali. What appears at first glance as a neutral diplomatic posture is, in reality, a calculated strategy to maintain a state of “controlled instability” […]