As coordinated attacks rocked key cities across Mali—Bamako, Kati, Kidal, Gao, Sévaré, and Mopti—the nation’s fragile stability faces its toughest test yet. The assaults, claimed by both the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA) and the Group for Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), have exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Malian government’s security apparatus. Three […]
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Breaking down the Ndiaga Seck scandal as Ousmane Sonko gears up for elections
Understanding the Ndiaga Seck controversy as Senegal’s political landscape heats up As the nation braces for pivotal elections, the unfolding Ndiaga Seck scandal has become a focal point of national debate. In a recent televised analysis, political commentator Imam Kanté dissected the implications of this high-stakes affair and its potential impact on Senegal’s electoral dynamics. […]
French citizen detained in Senegal amid anti-lgbtq+ crackdown
French national held in Dakar under controversial charges A French engineer in his early thirties has been taken into custody in Dakar during a sweeping police operation targeting LGBTQ+ individuals in Sénégal. The detainee faces multiple allegations, including unnatural acts, criminal conspiracy, money laundering, and attempted transmission of HIV. Authorities have not disclosed further details […]
French national detained in Senegal amid heightened legal scrutiny
A French national held in Senegal as legal battle intensifies A French engineer residing in Dakar has been held in custody since mid-February 2026, facing serious allegations including unnatural acts, money laundering, and conspiracy charges. Diplomatic sources confirm Paris is closely monitoring the case. Unprecedented legal challenges The French national, in his early 30s, was […]
Bodian labels Diagne an ‘accomplished fabulist’ in Sonko publication dispute
The heated verbal confrontation between Waly Diouf Bodian and Madiambal Diagne has escalated following a contentious report concerning Ousmane Sonko. Bodian, accusing the journalist of fabricating narratives, hints at another compelling chapter in Senegal’s ongoing media influence struggle. The verbal sparring between Waly Diouf Bodian and Madiambal Diagne has intensified once again. Responding to a […]
Senegal’s electoral code overhaul: clearer rules on voter ineligibility
President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye has enacted a sweeping reform of the electoral code, signed into law on May 12, 2026. The new legislation, passed by the National Assembly just five days earlier with a three-fifths majority, introduces stringent yet precisely defined conditions for voter exclusion. Published in a special edition of the Official Gazette […]
Senegal: high-profile arrest linked to new anti-lgbtq+ law
Actualité Société Senegal: high-profile arrest linked to new anti-lgbtq+ law FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp = A significant judicial matter has sparked considerable public interest across Senegal following the detention of Matar Ndiaga Seck, aged 51. Seck, widely identified by local reports as a political figure with connections to influential government circles, was apprehended during an operation conducted by […]
Ligue 1 final day: european dreams and relegation fears
ligue 1 final day: european dreams and relegation fears Frédéric Denis The 34th and final matchday of Ligue 1 football is set for this Sunday, May 17, 2026. From securing a coveted Champions League spot to avoiding the dreaded relegation playoff, intense battles await. We delve into the critical stakes across the league. While Paris […]
Mamadou goumbala’s uninvited plea for unity at ousmane sonko’s pastef meeting
An unexpected event unfolded recently in Cité Keur Gorgui, where the political bureau of PASTEF convened at the residence of its prominent leader, Ousmane Sonko. As the crucial gathering progressed, with journalists stationed outside, Mamadou Goumbala arrived on the scene unannounced, not among the official invitees. His sudden presence instantly captivated the attention of everyone […]
Mali’s military regime under assimi goïta faces mounting challenges
HomeWorldMali: Assimi Goïta faces the failure of military escalation… WorldOur selection Mali: Assimi Goïta faces the failure of military escalation By: The Editorial Staff Saturday, May 16, 2026 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp Africa Corps mercenaries tasked with protecting the Malian military regime. Photo credit: DR Same category World Middle East: The endless fire Between war with Iran, Sino-American […]
French national detained in Senegal over homosexuality charges
A French national has been held in detention in Senegal since February 14, facing accusations primarily centered on “acts against nature”. This arrest unfolds in a nation where penalties for homosexual relations have seen recent intensification, according to information obtained from diplomatic sources. The French citizen, an engineer in his thirties residing in Dakar, was […]
Ousmane sonko maps out pastef’s future at crucial keur gorgui meeting
With its inaugural national congress less than three weeks away, the Pastef leadership convened on Friday, May 15, at the Cité Keur Gorgui residence of their esteemed leader, Ousmane Sonko. The purpose was clear: to steer the party towards its most significant structural transformation yet. Around the table, key figures and historical pillars of Pastef, […]











