Politique

Senegal’s political shifts amid Middle East tensions and 2026 World Cup focus

The latest political maneuvers in Senegal are raising critical questions about governance and public trust. Following the establishment of a presidential party and the constitutional council’s rejection of a reform bill pushed by the ruling Pastef coalition under Ousmane Sonko, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is navigating uncharted waters. Will these bold moves bridge the divide with opposition factions and strengthen his mandate?

Former Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko (left) and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye (right) at the presidential palace in Dakar, October 16, 2025.

Escalating conflicts in the Middle East and their global implications

The fragile ceasefire in the Middle East is crumbling as Donald Trump declares negotiations with Iran futile and threatens further military action. Fresh airstrikes and retaliations have intensified, leaving the region on edge. Is this the prelude to a broader regional conflict?

African perspectives on global crises

Each week, a panel of seasoned journalists dissects Africa’s most pressing issues alongside international developments. This week’s topics include:

  • Wuldath Mama, Beninese expert in global affairs, analyzes regional stability;
  • Eric Topona, Chadian journalist with Deutsche Welle’s Francophone Africa desk, explores geopolitical shifts;
  • François Hiondi Nkam, Cameroonian lead reporter and Economics Editor at Le Jour, examines economic repercussions.