Author: sahelinsider

The discussion surrounding asset declarations has resurfaced in Sénégal, with Khalifa Sall positioning himself to play a prominent role. The former mayor of Dakar and leading figure of Taxawu Sénégal publicly voiced his support for making the asset declarations of high-ranking state officials accessible to the broader public. This stance aligns with a political climate […]

Senegal’s saturday, august 15, 2026: key updates The government has formally referred a bill concerning special funds to the Constitutional Council, leading to the immediate suspension of the parliamentary plenary session. Concurrently, significant rainfall is anticipated across 23 regions, including Koungheul and Kaffrine. Furthermore, the administration has publicly introduced an amendment regarding special credits, specifically […]

Algeria and Niger energize strategic partnership with new oil exploration Kafra Sud-Est 1 Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb, acting on a directive from President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, traveled to Niger on Thursday. There, alongside his Nigerien counterpart Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, he oversaw the official commencement of drilling operations for the Kafra Sud-Est 1 exploration well. […]

Rumours spark concerns over mass migration at Moroccan-Spanish border Widespread online claims that the border between Morocco and the Spanish enclave of Ceuta would open this past Saturday, August 15, have prompted authorities in Rabat to take decisive action. Social media posts falsely suggested that the passage at Fnideq would be accessible on a Spanish […]

The management of political funds within Sénégal’s Primature has burst into the public spotlight. Political commentator Badara Gadiaga recently voiced strong criticism, describing the utilization of discretionary allocations granted to the head of government as «vampirism». He publicly alleged that out of an estimated 1.77 billion CFA francs, then-Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko reportedly transferred only […]

In Burkina Faso, a recent multi-day military training program for 44 journalists, centered on “patriotism,” has drawn sharp criticism. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has unequivocally condemned the initiative, labeling it a new and deeply troubling sign for press freedom within the West African nation, a key player in Sahel politics. The sight was certainly uncommon: […]

Lomé, 14 August 2026 — Four days of intensive scientific discussions concluded on Friday at the University of Lomé with the close of the 26th edition of the West African Chemistry Conference (SOACHIM). Organised jointly by the Universities of Lomé and Kara, the event brought together researchers, academics, university professors, and students to explore contemporary […]

In Senegal’s political landscape, most opposition figures have retreated to Dakar’s conference rooms, issuing statements on electoral processes or internal disputes. Yet a handful of leaders remain committed to grassroots engagement, challenging both President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s camp and Ousmane Sonko’s Pastef party through direct voter interaction. The fading opposition: Leaders stuck in Dakar’s political […]