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

Ousmane sonko reveals pre-election agreement with president faye from cap manuel prison

ousmane sonko reveals pre-election agreement with president faye from cap manuel prison Ousmane Sonko has publicly disclosed the existence of a political protocol signed with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye prior to the 2024 elections, an agreement forged while Sonko was incarcerated. This collaboration, which he characterizes as a profound commitment for Senegal’s future, has ignited […]

Ousmane sonko urges dialogue to avert Senegal crisis

Ousmane Sonko, recently removed from his position as Prime Minister, has publicly advocated for meaningful dialogue to safeguard Senegal from potential political turmoil. Amidst brewing tensions following President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s formation of a new government, Sonko underscored the critical importance of candid discussions for the nation’s enduring stability. The leader of Senegal’s majority party, […]

Ousmane Sonko issues stern warnings to new prime minister Al Aminou Lo

Former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has issued pointed warnings to the newly appointed Premier, Al Aminou Lo, in response to recent statements. Amidst escalating political tensions, Sonko pressed Lo to adhere to his technocratic role and alluded to previously unrevealed details concerning their interactions. Addressing the press this Tuesday, Ousmane Sonko openly conveyed his displeasure […]

Senegal politics: why Pastef declined new government participation

Senegal politics: why Pastef declined new government participation On June 2, former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko held a press conference in Dakar to explain why his party, Pastef, declined an invitation to join the newly formed government announced the previous day by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s administration. Sonko highlighted deep-seated disagreements over policy priorities and […]

Political opposition challenges Sonko’s assembly seat in Mali

Political upheaval: Opposition seeks to block Ousmane Sonko’s return to parliament The leader of the Pastef movement, Ousmane Sonko, has sharply criticized a move by opposition lawmakers and independents to challenge his reinstatement as a deputy in the National Assembly. In a fiery statement, he branded the legal challenge a deliberate political plot designed to […]

New appointments to Cameroon’s top judicial body

On June 2, 2026, President Paul Biya issued a decree appointing new members to Cameroon’s Superior Council of the Judiciary. This move renews the mandate of several key figures while introducing fresh leadership to the institution. Renewed mandates and new faces in the judiciary Out of the 14 positions, 10 members have been reappointed for […]

Ousmane Sonko delivers press statement as head of pastef

In a significant address to the public, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef movement and presidential candidate, outlined key positions on current national affairs. The declaration, delivered earlier today, emphasized the movement’s stance on governance, economic policies, and social reforms. Sonko, a prominent figure in Senegalese politics, reiterated commitments to transparency and accountability in public […]

Ousmane sonko unveils pastéf’s withdrawal from Senegal’s new government

During the most revealing segment of his press briefing this Tuesday, Ousmane Sonko shed light on the intricate negotiations that preceded the formation of the new Senegalese government. He painted a picture of an increasingly untenable cohabitation between his party, PASTEF, and the presidential office.   The leader of the Patriots declared he observed, throughout […]

RDC : seuls 25% des engagements du gouvernement pris en conseil des ministres entre avril et décembre 2025 se sont transformés en résultats concrets (Rapport)

Breaking News Politique: Recensement général de la population: la RDC lance le recrutement des agents pour la cartographie censitaire, l’opération proprement dite programmée en juillet 2027⠀ ⠀ Politique: Mercredi 3 juin : le Commissaire provincial met en garde tout perturbateur de l’ordre public et appelle la population de vaquer librement à leurs occupations⠀ ⠀ Santé: […]

Olivier Kamitatu slams Tshisekedi for prioritizing M23 talks over domestic political dialogue

During a high-profile public discussion, Olivier Kamitatu offered a scathing assessment of Félix Tshisekedi’s current political strategy, suggesting the President is more invested in foreign-brokered talks with rebels than in reconciling with his own domestic opposition. The Congolese government and the Alliance Fleuve Congo/M23 signed the ceasefire monitoring and verification mechanism in Doha The chief […]

Senegal’s diomaye sonko split puzzles youth activists

Senegal’s diomaye sonko split puzzles youth activists Saikou Seydi tuesday june 2 2026 at 5:29 pm utc On monday, Senegal’s newly appointed prime minister unveiled the cabinet lineup. Hours earlier, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the ruling Pastef-Les Patriotes party, announced that none of its members would be included. This move formalizes the political rift between […]

Rethinking the political landscape in DR Congo: a proposal for a three-party block system

As discussions regarding the amendment or complete overhaul of the current Constitution gain momentum across the République Démocratique du Congo, it has become increasingly evident that our existing democratic framework is faltering. To break this cycle of stagnation, I am advocating for a decisive restructuring of the Congolese political environment into three primary ideological pillars: […]

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