Prime minister ousmane sonko urges acceleration of Senegal’s infrastructure projects
SENEGAL-GOVERNMENT Dakar, May 21 – Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, issued a strong directive to his cabinet members on Thursday in Dakar, emphasizing the critical need to finalize and activate ongoing infrastructure developments within their respective ministries. “Regarding maritime and port facilities, I urge the Minister of Fisheries and Maritime Economy to implement the necessary […]
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Prime minister ousmane sonko champions public-private partnerships for Senegal’s national parks
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has issued clear directives to several key ministries, including those responsible for the Environment, Tourism, Economy, Planning, Cooperation, Finance, and Budget. The mandate is to implement all necessary measures to invigorate the management of Senegal’s invaluable national natural heritage. Working in close coordination with COSIVRA, the administration aims to establish a […]
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Prime minister ousmane sonko meets Dakar archbishop ahead of popenguine pilgrimage
As preparations intensify ahead of the 2026 Popenguine pilgrimage, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko met with His Grace Archbishop André Guèye of Dakar in a high-level encounter underscoring republican cordiality and deep mutual respect. The official meeting, held amid national logistical and security preparations for the major Christian event, served as a platform for warm exchanges […]
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Wolfsburg and paderborn play to nil in first leg of bundesliga playoff
The crucial first leg of the Bundesliga relegation playoffs ended in a goalless draw on Thursday evening. Despite dominating proceedings at home, VfL Wolfsburg, currently 16th in the standings, could not break down SC Paderborn, the 2.Bundesliga’s third-placed side. The decisive second leg now looms large for both clubs, with the Lower Saxony side forced […]
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Prime minister ousmane sonko visits Dakar archbishop before popenguine pilgrimage
Just days prior to the revered Popenguine Marian Pilgrimage, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko undertook a significant courtesy visit to Monseigneur André Guèye, the esteemed Archbishop of Dakar, this past Thursday. The Senegalese Primature confirmed this important engagement. The gathering was characterized by exceptionally warm and cordial discussions between the two figures. During their exchange, Archbishop […]
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Mali’s shifting power: military rule and new security alliances
Mali’s shifting power: military rule and new security alliances The Malian authorities claim to have reclaimed military sovereignty after the withdrawal of French forces and the gradual severing of ties with Western security arrangements. Official speeches frame this as a historic victory—an African nation regaining control of its territory and rejecting foreign influence. Yet beneath […]
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Prime minister ousmane sonko exposes 279 billion fcfa in Senegal’s stalled public projects
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 […]
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Ousmane Sonko outlines priorities for Senegal’s 2026 agricultural campaign
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko recently dedicated his address during a Council of Ministers meeting to the crucial preparations for Senegal’s 2026-2027 winter agricultural season. While commending the commendable efforts and achievements of national institutions such as the Senegalese Institute of Agricultural Research (ISRA) and Industries Chimiques du Sénégal (ICS) in producing fertilizers and certified seeds, […]
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Senegal prime minister sonko’s task force to unlock stalled public projects
Senegal’s Premier Ousmane Sonko mobilizes urgent action to revive 245 stalled public projects worth billions Dakar, May 21, 2026 — Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has taken decisive action to address a mounting infrastructure crisis, convening a high-level inter-ministerial meeting at the Presidential Administrative Building named after Mamadou Dia. The government’s audit has uncovered 245 public […]
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Senegal’s leadership urged to prioritize dialogue and unity
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 […]
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Cameroon and Chad strengthen military ties after unity day celebrations
Cameroon and Chad deepen military cooperation following national unity celebrations Following the impressive military parade marking the 54th National Unity Day celebration in Yaoundé, Cameroon and Chad have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defense ties. The event, which featured a notable contingent from Chad’s National and Nomad Guard, underscored the enduring strategic partnership between […]
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Sonko criticizes lack of judicial action in accounting audits
During a high-level interministerial meeting on infrastructure development, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko sharply questioned Justice Minister Yassine Fall about the slow judicial response to financial discrepancies uncovered in recent audits. The exchange highlighted growing frustration over accountability in public spending. The Prime Minister expressed skepticism about the government’s current approach, stating that citizens are being […]
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