Senegal’s political shifts and global tensions ahead of 2026
10/07/2026 – 11:00
As Senegal navigates fresh political developments and escalating Middle East tensions, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s strategic maneuvers face intense scrutiny. The creation of a presidential party and the constitutional reform rejection by the Constitutional Council have set the stage for a pivotal phase in his administration.
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have intensified, with Iran-related conflicts showing no signs of abating. Following a fresh wave of strikes and retaliatory actions, U.S. President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire “over.” Describing negotiations with Tehran as “pointless,” he hinted at further military operations. Is the region on the brink of another escalation?
This week, African journalists and analysts dissect pressing African and international issues.
Participants include:
- Wuldath Mama, Beninese journalist specializing in international affairs
- Eric Topona, Chadian journalist with Deutsche Welle’s Francophone Africa desk
- François Hiondi Nkam, lead reporter and head of the Economy desk at Cameroon’s Le Jour newspaper
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