Senegal assembly recalled from recess amid constitutional law concerns
With lawmakers officially on recess since June 30, National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko has called an urgent meeting of the bureau to address pressing developments. The surprise convocation set for Friday at 3:00 PM follows the Constitutional Council’s decision to strike down Law No. 18/2026, which aimed to amend the constitution. This unexpected turn of […]
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Sénégal: President Sonko Vows to Overcome Constitutional Crisis
Constitutional Crisis Deepens in Sénégal The president of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has reacted to a decision by the Constitutional Council declaring a constitutional reform law passed by lawmakers unconstitutional. Sonko acknowledged that the ruling « must be accepted by all ». The National Assembly president stressed that institutions must fulfill their roles to […]
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Senegal: former minister gladima’s high court trial set for july 22
The Senegalese judicial calendar has been clarified. The High Court of Justice has scheduled July 22 as the opening date for the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, who served as Minister of Mines and Geology during Macky Sall’s presidency. Having been placed under judicial deposit several months ago, the former government official is now set […]
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Sénégal high court to try former mines minister on july 22
The judicial calendar in Sénégal is taking shape with a landmark date set for accountability. The Haute Cour de Justice has scheduled the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, former Minister of Mines and Geology under President Macky Sall, to begin on July 22. The high-profile figure, who has been held in pretrial detention for months, […]
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Senegal’s former mines minister to face justice in rare court hearing
The judicial calendar in Senegal is taking shape. The High Court of Justice has set July 22 as the start date for the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, a former Minister of Mines and Geology under former President Macky Sall. Held in pre-trial detention for months, the former government official will now face a rare […]
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Senegal’s former mines minister to face justice on july 22
The Senegalese judicial calendar is taking shape. The High Court of Justice has set July 22 as the date for the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, who served as Minister of Mines and Geology under former President Macky Sall. Having been placed under a detention order months ago, the former government official will now face […]
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Senegal politics under new leadership amid middle east tensions and 2026 fifa world cup
Sénégal, Middle East Turmoil and FIFA World Cup 2026: A Nation at a Crossroads As the world turns its gaze toward unfolding crises, the Sénégal finds itself navigating a complex web of domestic ambitions and global uncertainties. The political landscape has shifted dramatically in recent weeks, with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s administration facing critical decisions […]
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Senegal politics after constitutional reform and global tensions
Senegal’s political shifts and global tensions ahead of 2026 10/07/2026 – 11:00 As Senegal navigates fresh political developments and escalating Middle East tensions, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s strategic maneuvers face intense scrutiny. The creation of a presidential party and the constitutional reform rejection by the Constitutional Council have set the stage for a pivotal phase […]
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Senegal politics and middle east tensions shape global 2026 debates
Sénégal, Middle East conflicts and World Cup 2026: what’s at stake This week’s episode examines President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s political maneuvers as the Constitutional Council blocks key reforms pushed by the Pastef majority led by Ousmane Sonko. Meanwhile, escalating tensions in the Middle East and the upcoming World Cup 2026 cast long shadows over Senegal’s […]
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Senegal’s political shifts under scrutiny as global tensions rise
Sénégal’s evolving political landscape amidst Middle East conflicts and 2026 World Cup prospects This week’s discussion centers on the political maneuvers in Dakar as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye navigates post-reform challenges, the escalating crisis in the Middle East, and Senegal’s ambitions for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In Dakar, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye faces mounting […]
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Senegal’s political shifts and middle east tensions dominate debate
Sénégal, Middle East tensions and 2026 World Cup: Africa’s week in focus This week’s African debate unpacks critical developments reshaping the continent’s political and geopolitical landscape. From Dakar’s constitutional reforms to escalating Middle East conflicts, experts analyze the forces driving change—and what they mean for West Africa’s future. Publicité Across the Middle East, tensions between […]
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Military order in DRC: smartphones banned at the frontline
DRC military issues fresh warning: unauthorized smartphone use banned at the front DRC military personnel in combat gear Security July 10, 2026 – 09:26 Strict measures to prevent security breaches The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) have issued a stern reminder to all military personnel: the use of smartphones in […]
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