Politique

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

In Senegal, the ongoing dispute surrounding alleged black funds from the previous administration has taken a distinctly personal turn. Babacar Bâ, a prominent civil society advocate known for his involvement in public governance discussions, is now directly challenging the consistency of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Bâ criticizes the head of government for basing a significant […]

The president of the Forum du Justiciable, Babacar Bâ, has once again taken a firm stance against what he describes as a glaring inconsistency in the discourse of former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko regarding political funding transparency. In a bold public statement, the human rights advocate emphasizes that the same individual now positioning himself as […]

Politics Sonko warns government over oil deal secrecy in Senegal The Pastef leader vowed to use parliament to topple the government if national interests are compromised in upcoming oil agreements. Dakar, July 13, 2026 — Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly and leader of the Pastef party, delivered a fiery address on Sunday, July […]

During a gathering in Touba this past Sunday, Ousmane Sonko, the Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, issued a stern warning to Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô. Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, which holds a substantial majority in the Assembly, once again raised the possibility of introducing a motion of no-confidence against the government. […]

During his recent tour across the Baol region, Ousmane Sonko significantly sharpened his criticism directed at President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Convening this past Sunday in Touba, where he inaugurated the Pastef-Touba headquarters before leading a discussion on current political challenges, the Pastef leader revisited the Constitutional Council’s decision to invalidate the constitutional revision law, openly […]

From the sacred grounds of Touba on Sunday, July 12, 2026, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly and leader of the Pastef party, delivered a scathing critique of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s governance. Addressing a packed crowd during the unveiling of his party’s new headquarters, Sonko framed his remarks within the moral and spiritual […]