Senegal’s political rift: diomaye-sonko alliance crumbles
PolitiqueSénégal The political separation between Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is now solidified, yet many Senegalese students struggle to comprehend the dissolution of their once-powerful alliance. This Monday, Senegal’s newly appointed Prime Minister unveiled the members of his government. Just hours prior, Ousmane Sonko, the influential leader of […]
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Sonko spills details on his exit from Mali’s prime minister post
In a candid public address, Ousmane Sonko, former Prime Minister and leader of the Pastef party, laid bare the intricate circumstances surrounding his abrupt removal from office. The revelation comes amid growing political tensions in Mali’s highest corridors of power. Sonko described a pivotal moment on May 25 when he was summoned by President Bassirou […]
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Bénin’s quiet diplomacy paves the way for a thaw with the Sahel
Following the July 2023 coup d’état in Niger and the imposition of severe regional sanctions, the Cotonou-Niamey axis experienced a profound crisis. This period was characterized by hermetically sealed borders and persistent accusations from Nigerien authorities. However, a closer examination of events reveals a more nuanced reality: despite the firm stance of the Alliance of […]
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Opposition challenges Sonko’s national assembly election at constitutional council
REINTEGRATION AND OUSMANE SONKO’S ELECTION TO THE PERCH The opposition refers the matter to the Constitutional Council In a public statement released yesterday, approximately twenty opposition deputies declared their formal submission of a petition to the Constitutional Council. Their objective is to invalidate Ousmane Sonko’s reinstatement as a deputy, a prerequisite for his subsequent […]
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Ousmane sonko addresses the press following new government formation
[LIVE REPORT] In a highly anticipated event, Ousmane Sonko held a crucial press conference today. This significant address took place just one day after the official formation of the new government, drawing considerable attention to the political landscape. By Yacouba Ouédraogo — Investigative journalist
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Economic strain in goma as rwandan border remains closed
The suspension of activities at the border crossings between Goma, located in the eastern République démocratique du Congo, and Gisenyi in Rwanda, is triggering significant concern among the local population. From street merchants to economic analysts, the observation is the same: the regional economy is suffering a major blow. In an effort to curb the […]
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Bénin’s president wadagni chooses Nigeria for inaugural international visit
Just eight days after his swearing-in ceremony, Bénin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni embarked on his first official international trip, choosing Nigeria, his nation’s primary commercial ally and crucial strategic neighbor. On Monday, June 1, 2026, President Wadagni arrived in Lagos, where he held a private meeting with his Nigerian counterpart, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to […]
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Shrinking civic space in Burkina Faso under military rule
The arrest of influential religious leader Mohamed Ishaq Kindo and the suspension of Burkina Faso’s largest student union have highlighted a growing crackdown under the current military administration. This week’s developments underscore escalating tensions and mounting restrictions on civil liberties in the country. Imam Kindo’s disappearance sparks outrage On the eve of Eid al-Adha, witnesses […]
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Civic space under pressure in the Sahel alliance: Burkina Faso crackdown intensifies
Human RightsBurkina Faso civic space under pressure in the Sahel alliance: Burkina Faso crackdown intensifies The disappearance of Imam Kindo, the suspension of the UGEB in Burkina Faso, and escalating repression under military rule highlight severe restrictions on freedoms within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). We analyze the mounting tensions and human rights infringements […]
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Ousmane Sonko addresses media after new government formation in Senegal
Senegal’s political landscape under the spotlight as Ousmane Sonko prepares press statement In the wake of the newly formed Al Aminou government, Senegalese political circles are bracing for a significant development. Ousmane Sonko, prominent leader of PASTEF-Les Patriotes, is set to hold a press conference today at 5:00 PM local time. The venue will be […]
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Bénin’s president in Ouagadougou for strategic regional unity talks
His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, the President of the Republic of Bénin, arrived this Tuesday afternoon in the Burkinabè capital for a highly strategic friendship and working visit. Through this diplomatic engagement, the Béninese Head of State conveyed a clear message and a fraternal appeal to neighboring nations: this moment necessitates absolute unity and a convergence […]
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Ousmane Sonko addresses the nation following new government formation
Ousmane Sonko addresses the nation following new government formation Ousmane Sonko is currently delivering a live address following the official formation of the new government under Prime Minister Aliou Aminou Lo. This development marks a pivotal juncture in Senegalese politics. Political observers are keenly awaiting the pronouncements from the prominent Pastef leader, who had previously […]
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