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Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, has delivered a candid assessment of Africa’s football landscape following the continent’s early exits at the 2026 World Cup. The expansion of the World Cup has not masked the systemic weaknesses plaguing African football, Sonko argues. While more African nations participated than ever before, the continent’s early departures […]
French international Lucas Digne, a former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) player, is on the brink of returning to the Parc des Princes. The 32-year-old left-back, who previously wore the PSG jersey between 2013 and 2016, has reportedly reached an agreement with the club for a second stint. Currently plying his trade at Aston Villa, Digne’s potential […]
The Senegalese political landscape is undergoing a systemic mutation, where the logic of permanent challenge has taken over the respect for the Republic. In opposition, briefly in power, and now retracted on a radical confrontation line, the leader of Pastef seems to have shifted from a popular response strategy to an unprecedented institutional blockade posture. […]
Morocco and Benin lead pivotal Atlantic African states meeting in Cotonou The seventh ministerial session of the Processus des États Africains Atlantiques (PEAA) opened this Monday in Cotonou, with the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Benin jointly presiding. This high-level gathering aims to deepen cooperation among Atlantic-facing African nations and advance regional integration, […]
Yacouba Camara’s international return unfolded on the pitch of Bamako’s Stade du 26 Mars. The former France international flanker, once a fixture in Les Bleus’ backrow, made his debut for the Mali Eagles during the Zone B Africa Cup. key considerations Unbeaten Mali Eagles
The 7th meeting of the African Atlantic Process (PEAA) has kicked off in Cotonou, Bénin, under the co-presidency of Morocco and Bénin, with the aim of strengthening the partnership’s political momentum. Chaired by the Ambassador, Director General of the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI), Mohamed Methqal, the Moroccan delegation to this meeting included the […]
L'essentiel Limogeage : Ousmane Sonko a été démis de ses fonctions de Premier ministre le 22 mai 2026 par le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye Menace : Le 12 juillet 2026 à Mbacké, Sonko a annoncé le dépôt d'une motion de censure contre le gouvernement d'Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô Soutiens : Dix des seize maires du […]
Un conflit croissant Le ton est monté d’un cran dans la crise politique sénégalaise. Lors d’un meeting tenu le 12 juillet à Mbacké, Ousmane Sonko, désormais président de l’Assemblée nationale, a multiplié les attaques frontales contre le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye et son gouvernement. Accuses frontales Sonko a accusé l’exécutif d’avoir renoncé à la renégociation […]
Ousmane Sonko’s mbacké tour Pastef leader outlines bold vision for governance in Senegal During a high-energy tour of the Diourbel region as part of Pastef’s « 48 heures de Pastef » campaign, Ousmane Sonko delivered a powerful message about his party’s financial independence and political vision. Speaking before energized crowds in Touba and Sadio, the […]
N’Djamena’s construction material prices surge, straining budgets Households and businesses in N’Djamena are grappling with a sharp rise in construction material prices, making building projects increasingly unaffordable. The upward trend in quincailleries across the capital has left many scrambling to adjust their plans. Key materials see dramatic price hikes The cost of essential building supplies […]
French prediction app soars in popularity during World Cup fever Over three million users joined the Mon Petit Prono phenomenon during this World Cup Sports desk Updated July 13, 2026 France, Spain, England, or Argentina will hoist the World Cup trophy on Sunday. Yet among the buzz surrounding these football powerhouses, an unexpected phenomenon has […]
A three-day gathering in Abidjan has reframed Africa’s economic future, shifting from crisis response to proactive strategy. The 2026 African Economic Conference (AEC) concluded with a bold vision: positioning Africa not as a passive observer of global shifts, but as a decisive architect of its own destiny through deeper integration, innovative financing, and unified action. […]