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In Burkina Faso, the arrest of influential Imam Mohamed Ishaq Kindo and the suspension of the country’s main student union, the UGEB, signal a sharp escalation in repression under the current military leadership. This week has been particularly tense, revealing deepening cracks in civic freedoms across the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). Imam Kindo’s arrest: […]
In the heart of West Africa, Burkina Faso is witnessing a troubling escalation in state-led repression that threatens to silence dissent across the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The arrest of influential imam Mohamed Ishaq Kindo and the suspension of the country’s largest student union, the UGEB, underscore a deliberate crackdown under military rule. These […]
Political observers in Sénégal are closely watching as Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF-Les Patriotes, prepares for a high-stakes press conference today at the Résidence Serigne Abass Sall, directly across from the Police Academy in Dakar. Scheduled for 5:00 PM local time, this event follows the recent formation of the Al Aminou government and arrives […]
Wadagni’s visit underscores shared resolve in West Africa On Tuesday afternoon, His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, President of the Republic of Bénin, arrived in Ouagadougou for a high-stakes state visit aimed at deepening diplomatic ties with Burkina Faso. The visit, framed as both a gesture of friendship and a strategic mission, signals a renewed commitment to […]
Moments after the unveiling of Senegal’s freshly appointed government led by Prime Minister Aliou Aminou Lo, a pivotal figure emerged to share his perspective. Ousmane Sonko, the current National Assembly President and leader of the Pastef party, addressed the nation in a live statement, addressing the sweeping political changes reshaping the country’s leadership landscape.
President Romuald Wadagni of Bénin landed in Ouagadougou on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, commencing an official friendship and working visit to Burkina Faso. This significant bilateral engagement aims to strengthen Bénin Burkina cooperation within West Africa. Upon his arrival at Ouagadougou International Airport, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of Faso, personally greeted the […]
Ousmane Sonko, Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly and leader of the ruling Pastef party, has scheduled a press conference for Tuesday, June 2, at 5:00 PM GMT. The announcement comes amid heightened political activity in Dakar, as the country navigates a critical phase in its governance. The decision to hold the briefing follows Pastef’s boycott […]
02 june 2026 Download pricing gridTheme Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode Senegal hosts pan-african parliamentary unity talks breaking news 02 june 2026 Dakar became the epicenter of African parliamentary diplomacy on Tuesday as the Senegalese National Assembly welcomed delegates from across the continent for the 85th session of the African Parliamentary Union […]
The highly anticipated UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Arsenal on May 30th captivated millions, but it wasn’t just the thrilling penalty shootout victory that left a mark. The match also became a talking point for its commentators’ missteps, which were humorously dissected on Julien Cazarre’s show. When the dust settled, PSG […]
The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has officially confirmed plans for a state visit to France on July 20, 2026, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations. During a recent announcement, the Gabonese Head of State outlined that this high-level meeting will build upon the direct dialogue established […]
Dakar to host pivotal African parliamentary meeting in june 2026 The capital of Sénégal, Dakar, is set to welcome high-level delegates from across the continent for the 85ᵉ Session of the African Parliamentary Union Executive Committee, taking place on June 3-4, 2026. As the countdown begins, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly of Sénégal, […]
Nigeria’s top political leadership rolled out the red carpet on June 1 for Benin’s newly elected President, Romuald Wadagni, marking his first official foreign visit since taking office. The high-profile reception at Lagos’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport was personally overseen by Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State. Diplomatic momentum builds between Cotonou and Abuja […]