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The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has unveiled a striking revelation about the nation’s economic landscape. In a recent address, he disclosed that 245 stalled infrastructure projects, valued at a total of 279 billion CFA francs, have been identified across the country. During a high-level interministerial meeting on infrastructure development, Mr. Sonko emphasized 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 […]
Senegal’s Infrastructure Gridlock: Sonko’s Task Force Takes Charge Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko convened an emergency interministerial council on infrastructure this week, unveiling a bold initiative to unclog 245 stalled public projects and assets worth trillions of CFA francs. The high-level meeting, held at the President Mamadou Dia Administrative Building, marked the first step in a […]
National unity takes center stage in Senegal The former Prime Minister of Senegal, Amadou Ba, emphasized on Thursday the critical need for political dialogue and financial credibility, following a high-level meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye as part of the ongoing National Dialogue initiative. The meeting at the Palace of the Republic brought together former […]
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 […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has sharply criticized the lack of judicial follow-up on financial accountability cases, questioning the integrity of the justice system during a high-level interministerial meeting focused on infrastructure. The government head’s remarks came as Justice Minister Yassine Fall presented updates on structural weaknesses in her department and irregularities in public construction projects. […]
The rejection of Succes Masra’s final appeal in Chad has far-reaching implications beyond the courtroom. This decision not only closes a chapter in a high-profile legal battle but also underscores deeper concerns about the judiciary’s independence amid political pressures. a landmark ruling with political consequences For years, Succes Masra represented a new wave of political […]
A critical disarmament initiative targeting rebels from the Mouvement Patriotique pour la Centrafrique (MPC) in Markounda, Central African Republic, has encountered significant obstacles. Forces associated with the Wagner Group are reportedly preventing the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) from carrying out the planned disarmament of these armed factions. […]
The chapter at Manchester United for veteran Brazilian midfielder Casemiro has officially closed. Under the management of interim coach Michael Carrick, it was confirmed that the 34-year-old will not feature in the club’s final Premier League fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion this weekend. His last appearance in a Red Devils shirt came in the […]
wolfsburg Paderborn live match: key details and how to watch The highly anticipated wolfsburg Paderborn clash in the Bundesliga relegation playoff is set to kick off in just a few hours. Fans can expect an intense showdown at the Volkswagen Arena this Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 8:00 PM local time. Here’s everything you need […]
In a decisive step toward ensuring seamless logistics for Dakar 2026, Senegal has launched a coordinated transport and mobility strategy under the leadership of Minister Yankhoba Diémé. The inaugural meeting of the Transport and Mobility Steering Committee (COPIL) marked the official kickoff of the operational plan for the upcoming Olympic Youth Games, setting the stage […]
Senegal infrastructure challenges Dakar, May 21 — The Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, revealed that 245 stalled infrastructure projects nationwide have accumulated a public investment cost of 279 billion West African CFA francs. Speaking at an interministerial infrastructure meeting in Dakar, he highlighted that these projects—either incomplete or completed but not operational—represent dormant assets draining the […]