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Aly Ngouille Ndiaye raises questions over Ousmane Sonko’s special funds Former Minister Aly Ngouille Ndiaye recently shed light on the 1.7 billion FCFA political fund allocated to Ousmane Sonko. Ndiaye indicated that these funds were reportedly exhausted prior to Sonko’s request for supplementary budgetary allocations, prompting concerns about the accountability of these expenditures. Aly Ngouille […]

Two West African heads of state are set to arrive in Libreville ahead of Gabon’s 66th independence anniversary. Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), will land on August 15, while General Horta N’Tam of Guinea-Bissau follows on August 18. Their visits coincide with the national celebrations scheduled for August 17. […]

The Senegal National Assembly kicked off an extraordinary session today, marked by intense discussions and the initiation of parliamentary investigations led by opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. The move signals a critical juncture in the country’s political landscape, with lawmakers convening to address pressing national issues under heightened scrutiny.

The debate over Senegal’s special funds has intensified following recent political developments, with growing concerns about fiscal secrecy and its implications for governance. At the heart of the discussion is a legislative proposal aimed at revoking a contentious amnesty law, a move that has sparked both support and criticism across the political spectrum. The push […]

Boubacar Sidiki Haidara Journalist specializing in Sahel politics Tags: Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno Succès Masra From detention to dialogue: a turning point in Tchad For an entire year, Succès Masra has been held in detention under conditions that have sparked widespread debate. His case has become a focal point in discussions about political freedoms and […]

Sonko probes 2 billion FCFA in alleged misuse of student laptop funds A parliamentary probe is underway to uncover alleged financial irregularities in the ‘One Student, One Laptop’ program, with potential losses exceeding billions of FCFA. Parliamentary commission targets alleged financial irregularities The parliamentary group Pastef-Les Patriotes, led by National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko, has […]

Côte d’Ivoire: Laurent Gbagbo reshuffles PPA-CI leadership with five key appointments Laurent Gbagbo has reshuffled the leadership of the Popular Front of Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI), assigning five prominent figures to key positions within the party. This move, initially envisioned as a delegation of powers to a single individual, reflects a broader strategic shift toward a […]

Senegal’s national assembly opens extraordinary session with Sonko-led probes The Senegalese National Assembly has convened an extraordinary session, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s political landscape. This gathering follows a series of high-stakes developments, with Ousmane Sonko taking a leading role in initiating parliamentary investigations. The session, which commenced today, centers on pressing national […]

In the heart of Cameroon’s lush southern regions, cocoa producers are navigating one of the most challenging periods in recent memory. The once-reliable income stream from their plantations has become increasingly uncertain, forcing families to rethink their livelihoods. Families in regions like Ebebda have cultivated cocoa for generations, passing down not just land but also […]

The Union Saint-Gilloise’s hopes of securing a groundbreaking transfer fee for Anan Khalaili have taken a dramatic turn. A proposed move to Inter Milan collapsed after the Israeli international failed a medical due to unresolved cardiac concerns, leaving both club and player in uncharted territory. Yet fate intervened. The Premier League, known for its more […]

The digital sphere in Benin has been abuzz with speculation following the election of former President Patrice Talon as head of the Senate. While some voices suggest a hidden continuation of influence, a closer look at the constitutional framework reveals a different reality: a strict separation of powers where the Executive retains full authority over […]