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Updated today at 10:40 PM 4-minute read File generated on Read in app Marième Soumaré Senegal correspondent Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye

Barely two years into their shared leadership, the once-united duo of Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko has fractured. Tensions had been simmering for months before the Senegalese president took decisive action, dismissing his prime minister in a move that sent shockwaves through the political landscape. This past weekend, Sonko was reinstated as leader of […]

Senegal’s political landscape under scrutiny as Ousmane Sonko addresses concerns Add Yahoo as preferred source to view our articles on Google. In the capital, Dakar, the political climate remains tense as key figures navigate a delicate balance of power. Ousmane Sonko, a prominent opposition leader, sought to ease concerns over potential instability in Senegal’s governance. […]

Moussa Balla Fofana’s strategic move: navigating his exit from PASTEF while retaining ministerial duties In a significant development within the Senegalese political landscape, Moussa Balla Fofana has made a bold decision to depart from the PASTEF party, yet crucially, he will retain his ministerial portfolio. This calculated repositioning signals a notable shift, prompting questions about […]

Dakar — A wave of anticipation is sweeping across Senegal as Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, gears up for a decisive moment in his political career. With the party’s national congress just around the corner, Sonko is positioning himself to solidify his leadership and set the stage for a potential electoral triumph. Sonko’s […]

Dakar — The political landscape in Senegal is shifting as Ousmane Sonko gears up to consolidate his influence within the Pastef movement. A decisive moment is on the horizon, with the opposition leader poised to claim a prominent role in shaping the country’s future. a bold political strategy unfolds Inside the corridors of power in […]

The innovative digital platform Sawti is redefining how political information is accessed in Morocco, offering a clear and understandable approach for all citizens, whether residing within the country or abroad. Launched as a non-profit initiative, Sawti was conceived by two visionary young Moroccan entrepreneurs, Ismaïl Lahlou and Yassine Lahlou Kamal. Their driving ambition is to […]

During the 85th session of the Executive Committee of the Pan-African Parliament, the President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, met with Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde Kyenge, Chair of the Executive Committee of this continental parliamentary body. The high-level discussion, held on June 4, centered on the institutional mission of the Union Parlementaire Africaine (UPA) and […]

Ousmane Sonko pushes for stronger African parliamentary cooperation The 85th session of the Executive Committee of the African Parliamentary Union (APU) saw a pivotal meeting between Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, and Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde Kyenge, Chair of the Union’s Executive Committee. Held on June 4, the discussions centered on strengthening the organization’s […]

Legal scholar and opposition leader Maurice Kamto accuses government of overstepping constitutional bounds with latest municipal mandate extension The president of the Movement for the Renaissance of Cameroon (MRC) has taken legal action against the government’s decision to extend the terms of local council members, a move he claims violates the country’s constitution. The dispute […]

On May 23, 2026, the dismissal of Ousmane Sonko by Bassirou Diomaye Faye marked more than a political reshuffle—it signaled an irreconcilable divide in the country’s economic vision. Two years after Faye’s ascent to the presidency, which saw Sonko appointed as Prime Minister, the partnership collapsed over fundamental disagreements on debt management, hydrocarbon contracts, and […]

Politics Gabon’s strategic pivot to strengthen french ties amid shifting africa relations Editorial Team June 4, 2026 81 No comments Libreville, June 4, 2026 – The upcoming state visit of Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema to France on July 20 marks more than a routine diplomatic engagement. It signals a deliberate shift in Libreville’s […]