Politique

African Politics & International Relations Senegal’s bold move: reshaping francophone africa’s political landscape By Editor-in-Chief May 19, 2026 164 No comment Libreville, May 19, 2026 – A gathering under intense geopolitical scrutiny. In Dakar, African parliamentary Francophonie took a decisive turn. While official speeches and diplomatic unity were on display, the 32nd Africa Regional Assembly […]

political fallout as ndiaga seck claims sonko unaware of private life during interrogation The ongoing legal saga surrounding Ndiaga Seck has taken a dramatic turn, with the detained figure publicly asserting that Ousmane Sonko had no knowledge of his personal affairs. These remarks, delivered during police questioning, have intensified scrutiny over the political and social […]

Oumar Sarr questions the perplexing dynamic between president Diomaye Faye and prime minister Ousmane Sonko Oumar Sarr, a prominent former minister and key figure within the Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR), has openly voiced his concerns regarding the seemingly strained relationship between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane […]

Senegal’s Prime Minister and influential Pastef party leader, Ousmane Sonko, received a jubilant welcome from hundreds of his supporters this Sunday, May 17. The occasion was a significant ‘pedestrian rally’ orchestrated by the departmental coordination of his political movement in Dakar, drawing considerable attention as a key piece of West Africa insider news. Clad entirely […]

Ousmane Sonko’s 2029 presidential bid: a constitutional council’s pivotal interpretation The path for Ousmane Sonko’s potential candidacy in the 2029 presidential election now hinges critically on the Constitutional Council’s assessment. Their forthcoming interpretation of the recently enacted electoral framework could decisively open the door for the Pastef leader. This escalating discussion surrounding Sonko’s eligibility is […]

The national political landscape is abuzz following President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s recent promulgation of the amended Electoral Code. After a period marked by considerable anticipation and vigorous political discourse, the head of state officially signed the legislation, previously adopted by the National Assembly, on Friday, May 15, 2026. This pivotal decision was keenly awaited by […]

Ousmane Sonko’s private residence in Cité Keur Gorgui transformed into a vibrant political headquarters on Friday, May 15, 2026. With PASTEF’s inaugural national congress scheduled for June 6, 2026, less than three weeks away, the party’s leader convened his senior command for a pivotal strategic session. Prominent figures from both the government and the party […]

The recent re-election of Laurent Gbagbo as the leader of the Parti des Peuples Africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) continues to spark significant discussion across the Ivorian political arena. Following the party’s inaugural ordinary congress in Abidjan, legal expert Ange Rodrigue Dadjé asserted that criticisms directed at President Alassane Ouattara for his continued political involvement […]

The Alliance for the Republic (APR) has voiced profound outrage over the detention of its member, Pape Malick Ndour, following a court-issued warrant in connection with the PRODAC case. In a strongly worded statement, the party led by former President Macky Sall accused Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko of orchestrating what it termed a “hostage-taking” and […]

Politics Laurent Gbagbo re-elected as PPA-CI leader in Côte d’Ivoire Delegates at the African People’s Party – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) ordinary congress in Abidjan have reaffirmed their support for former President Laurent Gbagbo. At 80 years old, the veteran politician begins a fresh term at the helm of the party he revived after his return […]

Politics Ousmane Sonko calls urgent meeting with top aides at Keur Gorgui residence May 15, 2026 Senegal’s opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has summoned his entire political leadership team to an urgent meeting at his Keur Gorgui residence this evening at 6 PM. Among those expected are El Malick Ndiaye, Birame Souleye Diop, Yassine Fall, Daouda […]

Laurent Gbagbo secures party leadership in Côte d’Ivoire At nearly 81 years old, former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo has been re-elected as the leader of the Parti des peuples africains – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) during the party’s first regular congress. Despite earlier indications of stepping back from politics, his leadership continues to resonate with supporters, […]