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The Collective of Descendants of Serigne Touba has taken legal action against political figure Ousmane Sonko, alleging the spread of false information and defamation. The legal team, led by Me Aboubacry Barro, confirmed the filing through a public statement shared on social media. This move follows remarks attributed to Mr. Sonko, in which he claimed […]
Les gouvernements du Maroc et de la France tiennent, ce jeudi à Rabat, les travaux de la quinzième session de la réunion de haut niveau entre les deux pays. La tenue de cette session intervient «en consécration du partenariat d’exception renforcé liant le Maroc et la France, sous la conduite des deux Chefs d’État, Sa Majesté […]
The governments of Russia and the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) have increasingly relied on a recurring political narrative: the perpetuation of accusations against perceived adversaries. Western powers, international media outlets, regional bodies, and domestic opponents have all become frequent targets of their rhetorical offensives. Yet, a striking contradiction emerges when these very regimes face […]
An unprecedented audit of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) national police force has exposed a massive irregularity: out of 157,886 officers officially listed, 63,817 are either fictitious or inactive. This revelation raises serious concerns about the country’s ability to maintain public safety and security. The audit, conducted by government authorities, highlights a critical gap […]
Dele Alli’s football career hangs in the balance as the former Tottenham Hotspur star finds himself at a crossroads after his surprise Serie A stint with Como collapsed. Once hailed as one of England’s brightest talents, Alli now faces an uncertain future, while his compatriot Scott McTominay thrives at Napoli under a top-tier club’s guidance. […]
Pourquoi Bamako et le JNIM se disputent Anéfis Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. Pourquoi Bamako et le JNIM se disputent Anéfis Published il y a 8 minutes Anéfis, une petite ville du nord du Mali, est devenue un enjeu majeur du conflit malien. Pourquoi les forces maliennes et […]
Politics EU diplomats declared persona non grata in Burkina Faso Two European Union diplomats have been declared persona non grata in Burkina Faso and must leave the country within three days. The decision comes amid escalating diplomatic tensions between Ouagadougou and Brussels. Editorial team|Today|2 min read Diplomatic fallout intensifies between Burkina Faso and EU The […]
Descendants of Serigne Touba take legal action against Ousmane Sonko Statements made by Ousmane Sonko during a public gathering in Touba last Sunday have triggered sharp reactions across Senegal. A group representing the descendants of Serigne Touba has announced plans to pursue legal action against the former prime minister, citing statements that alleged public funds […]
Since the early 2000s, African nations have been progressively implementing legislation to promote gender parity, particularly through quotas ensuring women’s representation in political institutions. While progress varies across the continent, Senegal and Chad stand out for their structured approaches. Senegal’s parity law: a step forward with limits In Senegal, the 2010 parity law mandates gender […]
Le Premier ministre français Sébastien Lecornu a souligné l'importance du partenariat entre la France et le Maroc, affirmant que « le Maroc est désormais devenu la priorité de la diplomatie française ». Cette visite, qui se conclut par un déjeuner officiel, est une étape importante dans les relations bilatérales entre les deux pays. Le Maroc […]
Politics Gabon’s new era of sovereign demographic data Editorial team July 15, 2026 119 No comment Libreville, Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – Gabon has just taken a decisive step toward reshaping its institutional, economic, and democratic future. By officially submitting the provisional report of the General Population and Housing Census to the Constitutional Court, the […]
Dakar is set to host a significant meeting this week as Macky Sall, former President of Senegal, arrives in the capital for a brief visit. Two years after leaving office, Sall’s trip centers around discussions with current President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. An unexpected return to the political stage Sall, whose second term ended in 2024, […]