Politique

The regulatory body of PASTEF-Les Patriotes, the Haute Autorité de Régulation du Parti (HARP), has released its provisional list of presidential candidates for the party’s upcoming election. After meticulously reviewing all submission files submitted before the May 20, 2026 deadline, the oversight committee led by Mouhamadou Ngouda Mboup approved only one valid candidacy: that of […]

This Friday, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will take center stage at the National Assembly for a highly anticipated session of parliamentary question time. The gathering is expected to draw significant attention as he prepares to address pressing national issues before a chamber brimming with political expectations—and potential friction. The session, broadcast live, will see the […]

In Senegal, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko presided over an inter-ministerial council on Thursday, May 21st. During this crucial meeting, the head of government reportedly articulated his profound frustration with the management of certain public dossiers. He once again pointed fingers at the former administration of Macky Sall, accusing it of widespread financial misconduct and misappropriation. […]

Chadian Supreme Court upholds Succès Masra’s conviction Actus. Chad’s highest judicial body, the Supreme Court, affirmed on Thursday, May 21, the sentence against former Prime Minister and prominent opposition figure, Succès Masra. This decision unfolds amid escalating political tensions within the capital city of N’Djamena. Succès Masra’s conviction reaffirmed Succès Masra, a leading Chadian opposition […]

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko recently disclosed that a staggering 245 public infrastructure projects across Senegal, representing a cumulative investment of 279 billion CFA francs, have been identified as either incomplete or non-operational. This significant revelation was made during an inter-ministerial council held in Dakar, focusing on the nation’s infrastructure challenges. The Prime Minister recounted that […]

Featured Politics Senegal’s leadership urged to prioritize dialogue and unity 21/05/2026 Former Prime Minister Amadou Ba has called for urgent political dialogue and strengthened national consensus during a high-level meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye as part of the ongoing national dialogue initiative. The meeting, held at the Presidential Palace, brought together several former heads […]

Government meeting turns into heated debate over justice system Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko expressed deep frustration during Thursday’s interministerial council session regarding the glacial pace of judicial proceedings linked to financial accountability. His remarks came after Justice Minister Yassine Fall presented updates on ongoing cases, where Sonko openly questioned the judiciary’s effectiveness in handling alleged […]

In Senegal’s dynamic political landscape, the interplay of dialogues between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko remains a central focus. These two prominent figures, integral to the nation’s governance, are engaged in ongoing consultations that shape the country’s direction. Their collaborative yet distinct approaches to national discourse define a crucial aspect of […]

Auguste Miremont Auguste Miremont reflects on Côte d’Ivoire’s political evolution under Houphouët-Boigny and Ouattara Ivorian statesman and media veteran Auguste Miremont, former Communication Minister (1989-1993) and former Director-General of Fraternité Matin, offers rare insights into decades of political transformation in Côte d’Ivoire. From resistance to reflection: the making of a political memoir For years, Auguste […]

Share on Facebook Share Share on TwitterTweet Share on LinkedIn Share Send email Mail Print Print As Bénin anticipates the inauguration of President-elect Romuald Wadagni this Sunday, May 24, 2026, outgoing head of state Patrice Talon has addressed the nation. Concluding his two constitutionally mandated terms, a period marked by significant political developments including a […]

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s firm directives to prime minister Ousmane Sonko During a Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye issued a series of clear instructions to the government led by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The head of state outlined a strategic roadmap, emphasizing accountability and results across key […]

Guy Marius Sagna challenges the objectives of Senegal’s national dialogue Deputy Guy Marius Sagna has voiced significant concerns regarding the structure and aims of the “National Dialogue” initiated by President Diomaye Faye. He argues that the legal framework underpinning this process is outdated, and its objectives appear misaligned with the pressing needs of Senegalese citizens. […]