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Senegal’s Ousmane Sonko explains why Pastef declined cabinet role RFI mer. 3 juin 2026 à 3:05 AM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. As our Dakar correspondent Léa-Lisa Westerhoff reported, Senegal’s former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko held a press conference on June 2 to clarify why his party, the […]
In Rabat, the Moroccan capital, King Mohammed VI welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Ben Zayed Al Nahyane, President of the United Arab Emirates, for a high-level private meeting. The encounter took place during the UAE leader’s official visit to Morocco, marking another milestone in the enduring partnership between the two nations. The Royal Cabinet issued […]
Ousmane Sonko denounces opposition’s legal challenge as political maneuver Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, has strongly criticized the opposition’s decision to refer his parliamentary reinstatement to the Constitutional Council. The former Prime Minister argues this move is part of a coordinated effort to undermine his political career and prevent him from serving as […]
Des personnes arrêtées par les rebelles de l’AFC/M23 à Goma The United States Department of the Treasury has implemented restrictive measures against two prominent commanders of armed factions operating in the eastern region of the République Démocratique du Congo. This decision is a direct result of Washington’s ongoing efforts to secure a diplomatic and peaceful […]
politics President Paul Biya appoints new members to Cameroon’s Superior Council of the Judiciary Cameroon’s Head of State has signed a decree renewing and appointing key judicial figures to the Superior Council of the Judiciary, ensuring continuity and reform in the nation’s legal framework. Armand Djaleu | 5 hours ago | 1 min read Renewals […]
Ousmane Sonko’s Press Conference: A New Direction for Pastef’s Policies In a press conference held today, Ousmane Sonko, President of the Pastef party, outlined a comprehensive policy vision aimed at reshaping the political and economic landscape. The declaration emphasized national sovereignty, social justice, and institutional reform as core pillars of the party’s agenda. Key Highlights […]
N’Djaména — From June 2 to 5, the Government of Chad convened a technical validation workshop in the capital to assess the two-year progress of President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno’s political agenda. Organized by the General Secretariat of the Government, the event brought together officials, experts, and stakeholders to review a comprehensive biennial report covering […]
The Gabonese Republic has been elected as a vice-president during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, marking the country’s first return to the UN’s top decision-making body in nearly a decade. The election, held on June 2, 2026, places Gabon among 21 newly appointed vice-presidents, solidifying its diplomatic influence on the global […]
Strengthening strategic partnerships in West Africa During an official visit to Ouagadougou, Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni and Burkina Faso’s transitional leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré engaged in high-level talks to bolster bilateral ties. The two-day working session centered on deepening security cooperation and economic integration, with both nations committing to joint efforts against regional terrorism and […]
ATTAQUE Mali: eight dead, 42 injured following mine explosion on Bamako-Kayes axis An improvised explosive device detonated on the vital Bamako-Kayes road, resulting in the tragic deaths of eight individuals and injuring 42 others. The incident, which targeted a passenger coach transporting civilians, occurred along a corridor frequently plagued by violence attributed to various armed […]
Following his departure from the government and the subsequent formation of a new cabinet that notably excluded representatives from his party, PASTEF, Ousmane Sonko has finally broken his silence on recent events in Senegal. Addressing the press, Sonko delivered a series of pointed remarks, primarily directed at President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Despite the critical tone, […]
In a dramatic turn of events during a press briefing on Tuesday, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Patriotes party (PASTEF), exposed the deepening rift between his movement and Senegal’s presidency over the formation of the new government. The announcement underscores a widening divide in what was once a unified political alliance. The political tensions surfaced […]