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The Senegalese Prime Minister has sharply criticized what he describes as Western attempts to force the country to accept LGBT rights, framing the issue as an attack on national sovereignty. Speaking before the National Assembly, he spoke of a « tyranny » emanating from abroad, accusing external powers of trying to « impose homosexuality » […]
« La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. « La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Published il y a 4 heures Face aux députés lors des questions d’actualité à l’Assemblée nationale ce vendredi, Ousmane […]
« La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. « La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Published il y a une heure Face aux députés lors des questions d’actualité à l’Assemblée nationale ce vendredi, Ousmane […]
West Africa Senegal’s anti-homosexuality law: Prime Minister Sonko declares full enforcement ahead Senegal’s government will rigorously apply the newly strengthened penalties for same-sex relations, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko confirmed during a parliamentary session. Editorial staff |May 22, 2026|3 min read AAA Summarize Listen Comment Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko of Senegal has reaffirmed the government’s commitment […]
West Africa Prime Minister Sonko affirms enforcement of Senegal’s anti-LGBTQ+ legislation In a decisive statement, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has underscored his government’s commitment to implementing the newly strengthened legislation targeting homosexuality in the country. Summarize Listen Comment During a parliamentary session, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko declared the government’s unwavering stance on the […]
Senator Maimouna Sène challenges Sonko to prove allegations in court Senator Maimouna Sène from the Alliance Pour la République (APR) has directly challenged Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to present evidence in court if he believes wrongdoing has occurred. Her remarks underscore a growing demand for institutional accountability rather than political score-settling in Senegal’s current discourse. […]
On May 22, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivered a forceful defense of his government’s policies during a heated parliamentary session at the National Assembly. This marked his fifth turn answering lawmakers’ questions since the PASTEF-led administration took office. When pressed about the recent legislation that toughens prison sentences for same-sex relations—following over a hundred […]
The debate over the management of public funds allocated to political activities has resurfaced in Senegal, with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko taking a firm stance in favor of enhanced oversight. During a recent session at the National Assembly, Sonko addressed concerns raised by lawmakers about the transparency of these resources, emphasizing the need for rigorous […]
At a tense session of the National Assembly, Maïmouna Sène, former lawmaker and key figure in the Alliance Pour la République (APR), launched a sharp critique against Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. She accused him of resorting to what she termed « judicial populism » as a distraction from the country’s pressing economic challenges. The veteran […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko publicly addressed the management of internal tensions within his Pastef party during a plenary session for current affairs questions at the National Assembly this Friday morning. Speaking before the deputies, he asserted with conviction that disagreements within the political movement he leads cannot be resolved through regulatory decrees. This statement effectively […]
During a heated address at the National Assembly, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivered a bold statement that has sparked national debate. He accused Western powers of attempting to forcefully impose homosexuality on African societies, framing it as a cultural threat to the continent’s traditional values. The remarks came amid growing tensions over LGBTQ+ rights […]
The Chadian government has confirmed the upcoming African Water Forum, scheduled for 15–16 July 2026 in N’Djamena, signaling a major continental effort to strengthen water security across Africa. In a joint press briefing on 22 May, Tahir Hamid Nguilin, Minister of State and Minister of Finance, and Farouk Mollah Banna, the World Bank’s Resident Representative […]