Recent events in Senegal have escalated dramatically following President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s dismissal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko on May 22. This move, a culmination of escalating political tensions and increasingly public disagreements between the two leading figures of the executive branch in the “Land of Teranga,” had become almost unavoidable. Immediately after, Malick Ndiaye, […]
A la Une
Bénin and Niger take first steps toward diplomatic thaw
The diplomatic landscape between Benin and Niger is shifting as Niamey sends an official delegation to Cotonou for the inauguration of Benin’s new president. This move marks a clear intent to mend frictions that have strained relations since the July 2023 coup in Niamey. After months of border closures, hostile rhetoric, and a paralyzing oil […]
Senegal’s political shake-up: who gains from the executive split?
Sénégal: assessing the political rupture After a period of escalating tensions at the highest echelons of the Senegalese executive, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has removed Ousmane Sonko from his position. With the Pastef party, led by the now former Prime Minister, holding a dominant majority in the National Assembly, the Head of State faces the […]
Senegal’s political storm: ousmane sonko’s assembly bid sparks ‘institutional coup’ outcry
Senegal’s National Assembly is currently reviewing the potential reinstatement of former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko as a deputy on Tuesday, May 26. This pivotal move could pave the way for him to assume leadership of the Parliament. However, the opposition bloc strongly condemns the ruling majority, alleging an attempt to orchestrate an «institutional coup d’état» […]
Senegal’s political landscape reshaped: new prime minister and sonko’s assembly bid
Senegal is witnessing a profound political realignment this morning, with the appointment of a new Prime Minister and the imminent selection of a new President for the National Assembly. These developments are fundamentally reshaping the nation’s governance structure. Leading the new executive is Ahmadou Al Aminou Mohamed Lo, the recently appointed Prime Minister. Described by […]
Niger’s prime minister attends Benin’s official ceremony amid diplomatic thaw
The presence of Niger’s transitional Prime Minister, flanked by the foreign ministers of Mali and Burkina Faso, during the official ceremony in Cotonou marked a significant diplomatic shift in a region grappling with heightened tensions. Few observers anticipated the early arrival of Niger’s Prime Minister, Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine, at the ceremony honoring Romuald Wadagni’s […]
Mali : à Bamako, la fête de Tabaski impactée par le blocus djihadiste
Mali : à Bamako, la fête de Tabaski impactée par le blocus djihadiste euronews videos lun. 25 mai 2026 à 11:48 AM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. Encerclés par un blocus, djihadiste autour de la capitale malienne, les musulmans de Bamako ont été contraints de passer l’Aïd loin […]
Diomaye – Sonko : après la rupture politique, quelles perspectives pour 2029 ?
Après la rupture, quelles perspectives pour Ousmane Sonko et Bassirou Diomaye Faye? Lire uniquement le texte pour utiliser moins de données Crédit photo, Getty Images Article Information Author, Ousmane Badiane Role, Digital Journalist BBC Afrique Published il y a 2 heures Temps de lecture: 10 min Le limogeage du Premier ministre Ousmane Sonko acte la […]
Arsène kouassi set to depart lorient amid widespread interest
After an impressive season contributing 2 goals and 8 assists across 31 appearances for Lorient, Burkinabè left-back Arsène Kouassi is poised for a significant move. The talented defender has become a highly coveted prospect in the European transfer market. While Bournemouth, sharing ownership with Lorient, emerges as a strong contender for his services, several other […]
Pep guardiola’s emotional farewell ends with manchester city’s loss
football Premier League Manchester City Pep Guardiola’s emotional farewell ends with Manchester City’s loss to Aston Villa A historic chapter closed this afternoon at the Etihad Stadium, where Pep Guardiola led Manchester City for his 593rd and final match. A game that ended in defeat against Aston Villa (1-2) but will be remembered for the […]
Maxence lacroix set for crystal palace exit amid premier league transfer buzz
French defender Maxence Lacroix is poised to play his final Premier League match for Crystal Palace this Sunday, May 24, as the English championship season concludes. His future, it appears, lies elsewhere. Maxence Lacroix has significantly elevated his profile over the past year. Following a remarkable season with Crystal Palace, the talented French center-back earned […]
Chadian supreme court upholds succés masra’s 20-year prison sentence
chadian supreme court upholds succés masra’s 20-year prison sentence Chad’s highest judicial body, the Supreme Court, on Thursday, May 21st, definitively confirmed the 20-year prison sentence for former Prime Minister and leader of the Les Transformateurs party, Succès Masra. The court’s rejection of his appeal immediately triggered widespread dismay and disappointment among his many supporters […]











