Mali Voice

Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.

Mali Voice

Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.

Politique

Unpacking the dynamics within Pastef: Sonko, Diomaye, and Abass Fall at the forefront

This special report delves into the intricate political currents shaping the Pastef party. We explore the central roles played by prominent figures such as Ousmane Sonko, Diomaye, and Abass Fall. Join us for a comprehensive examination of the latest developments in Senegalese politics. Par    Suivre Explore the most pressing issues in Senegalese current affairs […]

Gbagbo’s strategic retreat at PPA-CI: staying in control while stepping back

At the heart of Abidjan’s political scene, a significant shift is unfolding within the Ivorian Popular Front (PPA-CI). Laurent Gbagbo, the party’s historic leader, has announced his formal withdrawal from active leadership while maintaining a firm grip on the reins of his succession. This calculated move signals a new chapter for the party, blending strategic […]

Women’s leadership in Senegal lags despite democratic progress

Senegal’s democratic promise vs. reality of female representation Despite Senegal’s reputation as a democratic leader in West Africa, persistent gaps in female political representation reveal systemic challenges. With only 18 women leading municipalities out of 558 and just 3 women heading departmental councils out of 43, the country’s commitment to gender parity faces a stark […]

Forum du Justiciable defends Ousmane Sonko amidst Ndiaga Seck controversy in Senegal

Forum du Justiciable defends Ousmane Sonko amidst Ndiaga Seck controversy in Senegal Babacar Ba, who leads the Forum du Justiciable, has strongly defended Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, rejecting any attempts to connect him with the arrest of Ndiaga Seck. Ba labeled such insinuations as malicious, and his plea for safeguarding the Prime Minister’s public image […]

Mali politics: Ousmane Sonko to face parliamentary questions this friday

Mali politics: Ousmane Sonko to face parliamentary questions this friday The Mali National Assembly will hold a critical plenary session this Friday, May 22, 2026, centered on Government Accountability Questions. The session, scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM in the Bamako legislative chamber, has been formally announced in an official notice issued by the Assembly […]

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko faces parliamentarians for fifth time in Dakar

In Senegal, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is scheduled to appear before the National Assembly this Friday, May 22, 2026. The head of government will engage with lawmakers during a crucial session dedicated to addressing current affairs questions posed to the Executive branch. This interactive session in Dakar is a pivotal component of governmental oversight, designed […]

Mali’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to address national assembly this friday

Mali’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to address national assembly this friday This Friday, May 22, 2026, Mali’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will face a pivotal session of parliamentary questioning at the National Assembly. The event marks a key moment in the government’s accountability process, where elected representatives will scrutinize pressing national issues. The session will […]

Côte d’Ivoire activists demand electoral body overhaul and inclusive talks

news politics Côte d’Ivoire activists demand electoral body overhaul and inclusive talks By Staff Writer May 19, 2026 0 1 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp Ivorian civil society is intensifying calls for a sweeping reform of the country’s electoral governance following the dissolution of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI). The Platform of 37 Organizations, a coalition of NGOs, associations, […]

Dakar summit signals a new era for african francophonie

Afrique International Politique Dakar summit signals a new era for african francophonie The geopolitical climate was palpable at a recent assembly in Dakar, where the African Parliamentary Francophonie embarked on a new trajectory. Beyond the formal speeches and diplomatic displays of unity, the 32nd Regional Africa Assembly of the Parliamentary Assembly of La Francophonie underscored […]

Internal strife brews within Pastef as Ousmane Sonko navigates power struggles

A year before the crucial 2027 territorial elections, the Pastef party is experiencing heightened internal tensions. Prominent figures within the movement are locked in fierce positioning battles, particularly evident in Dakar. These escalating rivalries underscore a deepening fragility that poses a significant threat to the political organization’s cohesion across various local jurisdictions.

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