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News Politics Côte d’Ivoire: legal expert dismisses criticism of President Ouattara’s political longevity Reported by Journalist May 15, 2026 0 3 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp The recent re-election of Laurent Gbagbo as leader of the African Peoples Party – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) has sparked fresh discussions about political longevity in the country. Following the party’s first ordinary congress […]

Senegal’s political arena shaken as port authority chief Waly Diouf Bodiang targets Serigne Gueye Diop A sharp political exchange has erupted in Senegal following a high-profile statement from Waly Diouf Bodiang, Director General of the Dakar Port Authority. The outspoken remarks, framed as a direct critique of a recent ministerial communiqué, have intensified debates about […]

Politics Laurent Gbagbo re-elected leader of PPA-CI in Côte d’Ivoire Party members gather in Abidjan to endorse the former president’s continued leadership Marturin ATCHA |May 15, 2026|2 min read AAA Summarize Listen Comment At an ordinary congress held in Abidjan, members of the Parti des Peuples Africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) reaffirmed their confidence in […]

In an anticipated outcome that underscored his enduring influence, Laurent Gbagbo was re-elected as the uncontested leader of the Ivorian Popular Party of Africa – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) during a landmark congress held in Treichville’s cultural palace. The event, marked by enthusiastic cheers from party faithful, saw delegates unanimously endorse his leadership without a single […]

The fate of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) has once again become a central topic in Côte d’Ivoire’s political discourse. This pivotal body, responsible for orchestrating elections across the nation, faces persistent challenges from various opposition factions. These groups contend that the CEI’s structure is unbalanced and its autonomy from the executive branch is inadequate. […]

Share Senatorial reforms in Senegal: how Ousmane Sonko could emerge as the primary beneficiary «I want strong CEOs, strong ministers, a super-strong Prime Minister. I don’t want to be the kind of president who holds all the power.» These were the words of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye during a national celebration press briefing on April […]

The growing divide between Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has become a focal point for opposition scrutiny. Abdou Mbow, a prominent figure in the Takku Wallu parliamentary group and the Alliance pour la République (APR), recently highlighted what he describes as a political power struggle and an institutional crisis gripping […]

For a considerable period, the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) in Côte d’Ivoire has been at the epicenter of political friction, acting as a perennial point of disagreement between the ruling administration and opposition groups. Its dissolution was formally announced on May 6 by Amadou Coulibaly, the government spokesperson. Coulibaly affirmed that this move is intended […]

Major shakeup in Pastef: Ousmane Sonko restructures party leadership In anticipation of its upcoming 2026 convention, Senegal’s opposition party Pastef is undergoing a strategic internal restructuring. Led by Secretary-General Ousmane Sonko, this reorganization targets the party’s training school, aiming to enhance militant education and operational efficiency. Strategic overhaul for militant training and coordination The reorganization […]

Senegal’s political landscape remains a dynamic battleground where power dynamics shift beneath the surface. At the helm of this transformation stands Bassirou Diomaye Faye, whose ascent has reshaped expectations while navigating the formidable influence of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. the rise of a new leader in Senegal’s political arena The 49 BCE crossing of the […]

Senegal politics: sonko and diomaye’s alleged plot amid pastef setbacks The political landscape in Sénégal is seeing heightened turbulence as the ruling party Pastef faces a significant setback in the Conseil consultatif de la Jeunesse elections, raising serious questions about the legitimacy of current government ministers. Meanwhile, growing whispers of a secret alliance between opposition […]

The President of Senegal, Diomaye Faye, and the Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, seem to be caught in a dance of mutual appreciation and subtle tension, much like the iconic lyrics of Serge Gainsbourg’s Je t’aime… moi non plus. Following a coalition meeting that appeared laborious and led by Sokhna Aminata Touré Mimi alongside key figures […]