The Senegalese Prime Minister made a bold statement on Friday, May 21, defending the country’s recently enacted law that toughens penalties for same-sex relations while firmly rejecting international calls for a moratorium….
Senegal prime minister slams western pressure over homosexuality laws
Senegal’s Prime Minister Condemns Western Influence on Homosexuality Legislation breaking news During a parliamentary address on May 21, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko firmly rejected international calls for a moratorium on the…
Senegal’s prime minister slams western pressure over anti-gay law
In a forceful parliamentary address, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko pushed back against mounting criticism of the nation’s toughened penalties for same-sex relations, branding the growing demands for leniency as a Western-driven…
Senegal’s prime minister condemns western pressure on homosexuality laws
In a firm stance before Parliament, Senegal‘s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has vehemently criticized Western powers for attempting to dictate social values to the rest of the world. His remarks came in…
Senegal’s prime minister takes firm stance on anti-natural acts law
Ousmane Sonko strengthens anti-LGBTQ+ stance in national assembly The Senegalese Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, delivered a robust defense of the newly amended law targeting acts considered against nature during a tense session…
Regional program on gender and green economy validated in Abidjan
Abidjan — A landmark initiative to bridge gender equality with environmental sustainability has been endorsed in Abidjan. The Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) Centre for Gender Development (CCDG), in partnership…
Senegal’s prime minister faces heated parliamentary grilling
The National Assembly of Senegal convened a high-stakes plenary session today, dedicated entirely to live parliamentary questions directed at the Government. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his cabinet ministers appeared before lawmakers…
Senegal government tightens foreign travel rules for top officials
Senegal government tightens foreign travel rules for top officials In a bold move to curb what he describes as excessive administrative travel, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has imposed stringent new restrictions…
West african leaders launch eco-friendly gender program in Abidjan
Historic accord signed to empower women and boost green economy across West Africa Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — Leaders from across West Africa have taken a decisive step toward sustainable development by endorsing…
Chad to host african water forum in 2026, addressing continental water challenges
Afrique Chad to host african water forum in 2026, addressing continental water challenges N’Djamena is set to welcome key stakeholders to discuss Africa’s critical water issues at the African Water Forum in…
Pastef party congress: Ousmane Sonko set for re-election as leader
The Patriotes africains du Sénégal pour le travail, l’éthique et la fraternité (Pastef) is preparing for its first-ever elective national congress, scheduled for June 6–7, 2026 in Dakar. The primary objective of…
Boko haram claims responsibility for school abductions in southern Nigeria
Nigerian military authorities announced on Thursday that armed fighters linked to Boko Haram were responsible for the abduction of scores of students and teachers in Oyo State, located in southern Nigeria. A…