Politique

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Politics Senegal Ousmane Sonko set to become Senegal’s next parliamentary speaker Senegal’s National Assembly convenes today to reinstate opposition leader Ousmane Sonko as deputy and elect a new assembly president, amid legal challenges from ruling party critics. Outside Ousmane Sonko’s residence in the Cité Keur Gorgui district, supporters chanted his name as they gathered to […]

Ousmane Sonko a retrouvé ce week-end son domicile privé dakarois : « Ce soir, je dormirai le cœur léger », a réagi le désormais ancien premier ministre, vendredi soir, après que le président de la République, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a mis fin à ses fonctions. Mais le charismatique leader des Patriotes africains du Sénégal pour le travail, l’éthique […]

Cotonou recently experienced a day charged with profound symbolism on May 24, 2026. Beyond the official investiture of Bénin’s new president, Romuald Wadagni, it was the composition of the political and diplomatic attendance that truly captured the attention of observers. Opposition figures, former heads of state, representatives from several neighboring West African countries, and personalities […]

A significant political shift is underway in Senegal following the resignation of National Assembly President El Malick Ndiaye on Sunday. This departure could potentially clear the path for former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to assume leadership of the parliament, just days after his unexpected dismissal by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. In a statement shared on […]

Following months of escalating tensions within the Senegalese executive, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has decisively removed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko from his position. This significant political development marks a stark departure for the powerful duo who ascended to power together in April 2024, unified by the compelling slogan ‘Sonko is Diomaye, Diomaye is Sonko‘. What […]

Publicité Friday, May 22, marked a significant shift in Senegal’s political landscape as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye unexpectedly dismissed his long-time ally, Ousmane Sonko, and his entire government. By Sunday, the former Prime Minister had reclaimed his seat as a Member of Parliament. Simultaneously, Malick Ndiaye, the President of the National Assembly, announced his resignation. […]

Just hours following his inauguration as Bénin’s new head of state, Romuald Wadagni revealed the composition of his inaugural government. This new administration comprises 22 ministers and 3 delegated ministers, notably blending experienced figures from the preceding regime with the introduction of fresh, strategic profiles. The formation of this cabinet clearly signals President Wadagni’s commitment […]

Following his recent inauguration, President Romuald Wadagni swiftly moved to establish his administration, signing Decree n°2026-314 on May 24, 2026, which officially announced the composition of his inaugural government. This new executive team comprises a total of twenty-two ministers and three delegated ministers. Additionally, Wilson Gakpéto was appointed as the Government’s Secretary-General through a separate […]

For several months now, a palpable truth has resonated across Dakar – from hushed ministerial antechambers to bustling popular neighborhoods and newsrooms: the powerful alliance that propelled the Senegalese opposition to power was beginning to fray. The once-dominant campaign slogan, « Diomaye mooy Sonko, Sonko mooy Diomaye » (Diomaye is Sonko and Sonko is Diomaye, […]

Romuald Wadagni, set to celebrate his 50th birthday next month, has officially commenced his seven-year, renewable term as Bénin’s president. Following his formal proclamation as the elected leader by the Chief Clerk of the Constitutional Court, Mr. Wadagni took his oath of office on Sunday morning. The brief ceremony unfolded at the presidential palace in […]

A major political upheaval has gripped Senegal following President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s definitive decision to relieve Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko of his duties. This significant separation at the highest echelons of government propels the West African nation into a fresh era of political uncertainty. The unexpected rupture at the state’s summit unfolds against an already […]