Senegal political clash: presidential camp responds to Pastef leader Ousmane Sonko’s criticisms
Senegal political clash: presidential camp responds to Pastef leader Ousmane Sonko’s criticisms RFI Tue. 14 July 2026 at 2:59 AM UTC Set Yahoo as your preferred source to see our articles on Google. In Dakar, Léa-Lisa Westerhoff reports on the growing tensions between political factions in Senegal. The coalition supporting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has […]
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Abdourahmane Diouf Tackles Ousmane Sonko: ‘This Is What Happens When a Lazy Deputy Takes Over the Assemblée Nationale’
Accra, Ghana: The president of the Awalé party, Abdourahmane Diouf, has taken on his rival, Ousmane Sonko, in a bold move. In a message published on social media, Diouf called out Sonko for being ‘lazy’ and taking over the Assemblée Nationale without doing his due diligence. Diouf’s statement was a direct response to Sonko’s recent […]
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Ousmane Diagne appointed president of Senegal’s constitutional council
Key appointment reshapes Senegal’s constitutional landscape The presidency has confirmed the appointment of Ousmane Diagne as the new president of Senegal’s Constitutional Council, replacing the late Mamadou Badio Camara. The announcement, made through a presidential decree, marks a significant shift in the country’s highest judicial body. From justice minister to constitutional guardian Ousmane Diagne, a […]
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Senegal’s president slams sonko’s confrontational approach
Politics Senegal’s president slams Sonko’s confrontational approach Coalition defends President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s leadership amid Sonko’s escalating rhetoric The rift between Senegal’s presidential camp and National Assembly leader Ousmane Sonko has deepened following his latest inflammatory remarks during a political rally in Mbacké. In an official statement released on July 13, 2026, the Coalition Diomaye […]
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Political tensions rise as Senegal’s assembly speaker threatens government
Tensions between Senegal’s National Assembly President, Ousmane Sonko, and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye have escalated into a public confrontation. During a rally in Touba on Sunday, July 12, to inaugurate the Pastef party headquarters, Sonko declared his readiness to topple the government led by Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô as many times as necessary. […]
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Sénégal: la crise politique autour de l’ancien Premier ministre Ousmane Sonko
La tension monte Le ton est monté d’un cran dans la crise politique sénégalaise. Lors d’un meeting tenu le 12 juillet à Mbacké, Ousmane Sonko, désormais président de l’Assemblée nationale, a multiplié les attaques frontales contre le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye et son gouvernement. Une rupture consommée depuis mai Cette offensive s’inscrit dans un divorce […]
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Senegal political crisis escalates as Sonko threatens to topple government
Key developments Dismissal: Ousmane Sonko was removed from his post as Prime Minister on May 22, 2026 by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Threat: On July 12, 2026 in Mbacké, Sonko announced plans to file a no-confidence motion against the government led by Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô Support: Ten out of sixteen mayors in the Mbour […]
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Ahoua Don Mello Launches New Party in Ivory Coast Politics
Dr. Ahoua Don Mello has announced the launch of a new political party in Ivory Coast, aiming to promote a sovereignist and alternative project for the country. A new chapter in Ivorian politics opened on July 11, 2026, with Dr. Ahoua Don Mello’s decision to transform his movement into a new political formation, pending its […]
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Ousmane sonko’s shifting views on Senegal’s constitutional council
Constitutional Council: Ousmane Sonko’s complete shift in discourse after initial appeasement Ousmane Sonko has recently displayed a notable inconsistency in his statements regarding Senegal’s Constitutional Council. His rhetoric shifted dramatically from advocating for adherence to its rulings to launching sharp criticisms. During the inauguration of Pastef’s headquarters in Touba, the political leader condemned what he […]
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A public admonition stirs Senegal’s political landscape
In Senegal, the dynamic between Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo and Ousmane Sonko, the influential leader of the ruling party, has become a focal point of public interest. During a recent address, the head of government delivered a pointed message in Wolof: « Gatt xèl weessu wul », which translates to an admonition against succumbing […]
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Senegal’s prime minister publicly challenges ousmane sonko
In Senegal, the intricate relationship between Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo and the influential leader of the ruling party, Ousmane Sonko, has captured widespread attention. During a recent public declaration, widely reported by local media, the head of government delivered a pointed Wolof proverb: « Gatt xèl weessu wul », which directly translates to an […]
Read MoreAhoua Don-Mello and allies embark on new political party formation in Côte d’Ivoire
Abidjan, July 13, 2026 – Dr. Ahoua Don-Mello, a former presidential candidate in the October 2025 election, along with his core team, has decided to advance their political commitment by initiating the creation of a new political party. This significant step follows a plenary assembly held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in Abidjan. Gathering supporters […]
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