Politique

Why Senegal’s constitutional shake-up could reshape power dynamics When President Bassirou Diomaye Faye addressed journalists on National Day last April, his words carried more weight than a ceremonial speech. «I want strong CEOs, powerful ministers, and a super-strong Prime Minister,» he declared. «I don’t want to be the kind of president who holds all the […]

A significant moment unfolded this Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Palais de la Marina, as Bénin’s outgoing President Patrice Talon presided over his concluding Council of Ministers. This pivotal gathering, marking the culmination of his two terms leading the nation, was notably attended by President-elect Romuald Wadagni, whose presence underscored the imminent transfer of […]

During a press briefing held this Wednesday, May 13, at its headquarters in Bololo, N’Djamena’s 2nd arrondissement, the political party Les Patriotes delivered a scathing indictment of the nation’s escalating political and security crisis. Hisseine Abdoulaye, the party’s spokesperson, described the situation as « a chaotic politico-security landscape » and condemned the « unjust » […]

The eight-year prison sentences handed down to eight opposition leaders from the Collectif des Forces pour le Changement (GCAP) on May 8, 2026, have sparked widespread concern across Chad’s political landscape. Opposition figures describe the ruling as a stark indicator of a troubling shift in the nation’s democratic climate, signaling a dangerous erosion of public […]

What’s next for GCAP in Chad after eight leaders sentenced? In Chad, the future of the Gouvernement de Concertation pour l’Action Politique (GCAP) hangs in the balance following the recent legal verdict against eight of its senior members. The court’s decision has sparked intense debate about the movement’s trajectory and its capacity to remain a […]

President Alassane Ouattara has announced sweeping reforms within the Rassemblement des Houphouëtistes pour la Démocratie et la Paix (RHDP), Côte d’Ivoire’s ruling coalition, aimed at tightening party discipline and streamlining operations. Key changes in party structure During a high-level meeting held in Abidjan on May 7, the Ivorian leader outlined plans to establish several new […]

The evolving dynamics between Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko have sparked intense scrutiny from opposition factions. Abdou Mbow, a prominent member of the Takku Wallu parliamentary group and APR party loyalist, recently framed the situation as a political showdown compounded by an institutional crisis. His public critique, rooted in the […]

The Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) in Côte d’Ivoire, a persistent source of political friction and a constant point of contention between the executive branch and opposition parties, has finally been dissolved. This significant development was announced by government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly on May 6. Coulibaly affirmed that this decision marks the beginning of “a new […]

The mandatory asset declaration has once again become a crucial measure of credibility for Sénégal’s executive branch. Reports from Dakar indicate that numerous government ministers have reportedly failed to comply with this legal requirement. This situation arises despite patrimonial transparency being a cornerstone promise championed by the Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko administration since […]

ousmane sonko spearheads pastef’s internal restructuring ahead of 2026 congress Responding to an evolving dynamic in internal structuring, Pastef, under the leadership of Ousmane Sonko, is initiating a significant overhaul of its Party School. This strategic move, which precedes the upcoming 2026 congress, aims to enhance the effectiveness of militant training and supervision. As part […]

Togo’s political landscape shifts as opposition gains ground After years of being barred from public assembly, Togo’s opposition parties secured a rare victory this weekend by holding a permitted rally in Lomé. The landmark event raises a pivotal question: Is this the dawn of a more open political climate in the country, or merely a […]

After years of stringent restrictions and outright bans on public demonstrations, Togo’s opposition coalition achieved a historic milestone this weekend by securing official permission to hold a gathering in Lomé. The permitted event has ignited a national debate: is this a genuine step toward political liberalization, or merely a temporary truce in an otherwise oppressive […]