Politique

Senegal’s Sonko slams western imposition of LGBTQ+ values euronews videos Fri, May 22, 2026 at 3:28 PM UTC Set Yahoo as your preferred source to view our articles on Google. Controversy surrounding LGBTQ+ issues has intensified in Senegal over recent years, a predominantly Muslim nation where advocating for gay rights is frequently perceived as an […]

Senegal’s Prime Minister condemns western influence on homosexuality laws RFI Friday, May 22, 2026 at 2:16 PM UTC Add Yahoo as your preferred source to see our articles on Google. In a firm stance, Ousmane Sonko, Senegal’s Prime Minister, has ruled out any moratorium on the enforcement of laws against homosexuality, vowing to curb what […]

The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has reiterated his commitment to reinforcing oversight and transparency in the management of political funds, framing it as a campaign promise made to the Senegalese people. During a recent address, he acknowledged a divergence of opinion with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye regarding the implementation of these financial mechanisms. […]

Dakar — Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has publicly challenged President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s position on political funds, drawing a clear line between transparency and opacity in Senegal’s governance. In a bold statement, Sonko declared, « I disagree with the President on this matter. I believe he has made a mistake, and I am confident he […]

Politics pastef 2026: Ousmane Sonko remains the only presidential candidate 22/05/2026 The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of Pastef-Les Patriotes has unveiled the provisional list of candidates for the upcoming party leadership election. According to its official decision, only Ousmane Sonko‘s candidacy has been validated at this stage. No other applications met the required […]

Ousmane Sonko slams foreign interference in Senegal’s moral legislation In a forceful parliamentary address, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has rejected growing international criticism of the country’s toughened penalties for same-sex relations. The prime minister framed the debate as an attempt by Western powers to impose values that contradict Senegal’s cultural and religious foundations. During […]

Dakar — This Friday, the corridors of the National Assembly buzzed with anticipation as Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko prepared to address a high-stakes session of questions d’actualité. The Prime Minister’s appearance before parliamentarians follows weeks of growing public concern over pressing national issues, setting the stage for a potentially tense exchange. Under intense scrutiny, Ousmane […]

During an inter-ministerial council held on Thursday, May 21, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko openly conveyed his profound indignation regarding the handling of various government files. He reiterated serious accusations against the previous administration of Macky Sall, alleging extensive prevarication and widespread mismanagement of public resources. Following the presentation of an audit detailing public assets […]

Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is scheduled to appear before the National Assembly this Friday at 10:00 GMT for a pivotal session addressing current government affairs. This significant institutional engagement provides a critical platform to scrutinize the government’s performance, tackle pressing macroeconomic challenges, and shed light on the prevailing political atmosphere. This highly anticipated encounter […]

SENEGAL-GOVERNMENT Dakar – In a decisive move to accelerate national development, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko recently directed his cabinet ministers to prioritize the completion and operationalization of all ongoing infrastructure projects within their respective departments. Addressing the pressing need for progress, Prime Minister Sonko specifically highlighted the maritime and port sectors. “Regarding maritime and port […]

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has issued clear directives to ministers overseeing Environment, Tourism, Economy, Planning, Cooperation, Finance, and Budget. Their mandate is to implement all necessary measures to invigorate the management of Senegal’s invaluable national natural heritage. Working closely with COSIVRA, the government’s executive branch aims to forge a structured, modern, and sustainable approach to […]

During a recent interministerial council meeting, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko forcefully voiced his deep frustration regarding the handling of judicial files related to public accountability in Senegal. The head of government intervened following a presentation by Justice Minister Yassine Fall, to whom he directly posed pointed questions about the judicial system’s effectiveness in addressing alleged […]