Politique

The question of dissolving the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) has once again taken center stage in Côte d’Ivoire’s political discourse. This pivotal body, responsible for organizing elections across the nation, faces persistent challenges from various opposition factions. They argue its composition is imbalanced and its independence from the executive branch is insufficient. This critical issue […]

Redefining power dynamics in Senegal When President Bassirou Diomaye Faye declared in April 2025 that he aimed to reshape the balance of power between the presidency and other institutions, many observers saw a strategic move. His remarks, made during a national celebration, revealed a clear vision: he wants to see a stronger Prime Minister, empowered […]

The Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire – African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA), Côte d’Ivoire’s leading opposition political entity, has once more urged for the initiation of a political dialogue with Alassane Ouattara’s administration. This call aims to confront the fundamental issues challenging the nation, particularly focusing on the establishment of a truly independent electoral body and […]

President Alassane Ouattara is preparing to implement a series of structural modifications within the Rassemblement des houphouëtistes pour la démocratie et la paix (RHDP), the ruling party in Côte d’Ivoire. According to recent reports, the Ivorian leader detailed these upcoming changes to the party’s presidium during a high-level meeting held on May 7 in Abidjan. […]

In Senegal, the political landscape is witnessing a growing divide between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, sparking sharp criticism from opposition figures. Abdou Mbow, a prominent member of the Takku Wallu parliamentary group and the Alliance for the Republic (APR), has publicly framed the situation as a political showdown paired with […]

Responding to a dynamic drive for internal organization, Pastef, under the leadership of Ousmane Sonko, is embarking on a significant overhaul of its Party School. This strategic initiative, occurring in anticipation of the 2026 congress, aims to refine the education and supervision of its members for enhanced effectiveness. As part of its preparations for its […]

Tchad: opposition voices systematically crushed, warns Alifa Younous Mahamat Alifa Younous Mahamat, coordinator of the Parti socialiste sans frontières (PSF) in France and Europe, is sounding the alarm about the deteriorating political climate in Chad. Speaking during an appearance on Africa Radio, he highlighted the systematic elimination of dissent under the current regime. Following the […]

In the heart of Dakar, a political shift is unfolding, casting a spotlight on a young leader navigating uncharted territory. As the 65th anniversary of Senegal’s independence was celebrated in April 2025, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye stood alongside Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, a moment that symbolized both continuity and transformation in the nation’s governance. a […]

After years of strict restrictions on public gatherings, Togo‘s opposition groups finally secured government approval to organize a major rally in Lomé over the weekend. This long-awaited development raises a critical question: Is this the beginning of a genuine political thaw in Togo, or merely a temporary easing of tensions? CNCC coalition leads first authorized […]

Togo politics: signs of democratic opening after years of restrictions Noël Tadégnon For years, public gatherings in Togo were met with heavy restrictions or outright bans. This weekend, however, the opposition successfully organized a permitted rally in Lomé, raising a critical question: is this a genuine shift toward political liberalization or merely a temporary reprieve? […]

The political landscape in Chad has been shaken by recent events, with the Supreme Court’s decision to dissolve the GCAP and the subsequent eight-year prison sentences handed down to its eight top leaders. This judicial crackdown has left what remains of the structured opposition severely weakened, according to political analyst Abouna Alhadj. He argues that […]

Much like Serge Gainsbourg’s iconic track, “Je t’aime, moi non plus,” the relationship between Sénégal’s President Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko presents a fascinating study in political nuance. Following the notably modest gathering of a presidential coalition, somewhat laboriously orchestrated by Sokhna Aminata Touré Mimi, assisted by figures like Abdourakhmane Diouf, Me Abdoulaye […]