Ousmane sonko’s 2029 presidential prospects: electoral reform and judicial interpretation
The political landscape in Senegal is abuzz with speculation regarding Ousmane Sonko’s potential candidacy for the 2029 presidential election. A critical factor in this unfolding drama rests firmly with the Constitutional Council, whose forthcoming interpretation of the recently enacted electoral framework could decisively clear the path for the Pastef leader to run. This intricate judicial […]
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Waly diouf bodian slams madiambal diagne over ousmane sonko publication
Waly Diouf Bodian labels Madiambal Diagne an “accomplished fabulist” following Ousmane Sonko article The heated exchanges between Waly Diouf Bodian and Madiambal Diagne have escalated sharply, ignited by a contentious article concerning Ousmane Sonko. Bodian, accusing the journalist of chronic fabrication, anticipates a compelling new chapter in Sénégal’s ongoing media influence battle. The verbal animosity […]
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Senegal’s president enacts electoral code reform, clarifying ineligibility rules
President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye officially signed into law on May 12, 2026, Act N° 2026-10, which profoundly revises the nation’s Electoral Code. This significant legislative change, approved by the National Assembly with a three-fifths majority just five days prior, fundamentally redefines the criteria for exclusion from electoral registers. Published in a special edition of […]
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Mamadou Goumbala’s urgent call for unity at Ousmane Sonko’s PASTEF meeting
An unexpected development unfolded recently at Cité Keur Gorgui, where the political bureau of PASTEF was convening at the residence of its leader, Ousmane Sonko. While the high-level meeting was underway and numerous journalists gathered outside, Mamadou Goumbala made an unscheduled appearance. Not listed among the official invitees, his arrival instantly drew significant attention from […]
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President faye signs electoral code amendments, a win for pastef?
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially promulgated the law amending the Electoral Code, a pivotal moment that continues to resonate across the nation. Following an intense period of political debate and anticipation, the head of state finalized the text, originally adopted by the National Assembly, on Friday, May 15, 2026. This presidential decree was a […]
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Ousmane Sonko unveils strategic blueprint for pastéf’s national congress
The Cité Keur Gorgui residence of Ousmane Sonko transformed into a vibrant political command center on Friday, May 15, 2026. With PASTEF’s inaugural national congress on June 6, 2026, less than three weeks away, the leader of the Patriots convened his inner circle for a pivotal strategic meeting. Key figures from both the government and […]
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Senegal detains political figure linked to Ousmane Sonko over alleged unnatural acts
At the age of 51, Matar Ndiaga Seck—a prominent political figure often described as a close ally of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko—has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC) amid allegations of « acts against public decency ». The arrest follows a search warrant issued by police in Linguère, a town in […]
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Ivorian political landscape shifts as gbagbo’s return sparks debate on presidential tenure
Actualité Politique Ivorian political landscape shifts as gbagbo’s return sparks debate on presidential tenure FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp = The reconfirmation of Laurent Gbagbo as the leader of the Parti des Peuples Africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) continues to fuel considerable discussion within the Ivorian political arena. Following the party’s first ordinary congress in Abidjan, attorney Ange Rodrigue […]
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Senegal authorities under fire for arrest of pape malick ndour
The Alliance pour la République (APR) has voiced its strong condemnation following the detention of its member Pape Malick Ndour, who was taken into custody based on a warrant linked to the PRODAC case. The party, led by former President Macky Sall, declared that Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko was the first to publicly refer to […]
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Laurent Gbagbo retains leadership of PPA-CI in Côte d’Ivoire
Politics Laurent Gbagbo re-elected as leader of Côte d’Ivoire’s PPA-CI at Abidjan convention At a landmark ordinary congress held in Abidjan, members of the Parti des Peuples Africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) overwhelmingly endorsed Laurent Gbagbo’s continued leadership of the party he founded after his return from The Hague. Marturin ATCHA |May 15, 2026|2 min […]
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Urgent meeting held at Ousmane Sonko’s residence in Dakar
Urgent meeting convened at Ousmane Sonko’s home in Dakar Political tensions rise in Dakar as Ousmane Sonko, leader of Pastef, calls an emergency gathering of party officials at his residence in Cité Keur Gorgui this evening at 6 PM. The unexpected meeting has sparked widespread speculation about the upcoming political agenda, particularly as the party […]
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Sénégal: PASTEF initiates leadership contest amidst calls for party reform
Sénégal’s PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, through its High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP), officially commenced the internal election process for its president on May 14, 2026. A decision, identified as n°001/2026/HARP, outlines that the submission period for candidacies opened on May 15 and will close promptly at noon on May 20, 2026. An election addressing presidential […]
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