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Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, shared his profound sorrow upon learning of the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the spiritual leader of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, who passed away on July 9, 2026. In a heartfelt message of condolence, Sonko described the loss as deeply moving, recalling the warmth and […]
Senegal mourns loss of influential religious leader Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké The entire nation of Senegal is in mourning following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, a revered spiritual leader from Guinguinéo, who was called to the divine realm on July 9, 2026. Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, conveyed his profound sorrow […]
Senegal is in mourning following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the revered Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, who was called to the divine presence on July 9, 2026. The announcement was met with widespread sorrow across the Mouride community and beyond. Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, conveyed his […]
Senegal’s ousmane sonko mourns passing of serigne abdou bakhi mbacké The President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, conveyed his deep sorrow following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, a revered religious leader who died on July 9, 2026. Sonko paid heartfelt tribute to the khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family of Guinguinéo, highlighting […]
In a solemn announcement, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, shared the heartbreaking news of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké’s passing on July 9, 2026. The religious leader, who served as the Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, had left an indelible mark on all who crossed his path. The political figure conveyed […]
Le président de l'Assemblée nationale a exprimé sa profonde tristesse suite au décès de Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, un guide religieux respecté. Le président Ousmane Sonko a rendu hommage à ce personnage, soulignant ses qualités humaines et son accueil chaleureux lors de leurs rencontres. Le décès de Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké suscite une vive émotion […]
The agenda of the head of state took on a strong political dimension yesterday. And for cause, following the special envoy of the President of the African Union Commission (UA) to the Gabon-Guinea Equatorial front, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema also met with the special envoy of the UA to Madagascar, Mohamed Idrissa Farah, and the […]
The Senegalese Constitutional Council delivered a landmark ruling on July 9, 2026, striking down a sweeping constitutional amendment passed by the National Assembly late the previous month. The decision, triggered by an urgent presidential appeal, underscores critical procedural flaws in the law’s adoption while reinforcing the judiciary’s vital role in safeguarding constitutional order. Unprecedented presidential […]
In a striking shift of diplomatic tactics, Niamey has turned to an unconventional channel to re-engage with Paris: the corridors of the Grand Mosque of Paris. The recent meeting between Hamadou Saley, Niger’s chargé d’affaires in France, and Chems-eddine Hafiz, the mosque’s rector, has sent ripples through political circles, revealing a calculated move to bypass […]
From promises to peril: tracking the AES-Russia security pact The Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger—has doubled down on its exclusive military partnership with Russia, framing it as a bold step toward sovereignty and an end to reliance on Western powers. Yet beneath the rhetoric of liberation lies a grim reality: […]
The Beninese Armed Forces (FAB) executed a decisive operation in early July near the town of Kouandé, neutralizing six terrorists and seizing a substantial cache of weapons. As jihadist threats escalate along the country’s northern borders, this tactical triumph underscores Cotonou’s unwavering commitment to defending every inch of its territory. It also highlights the mounting […]
Abidjan, July 9, 2026 — The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, dedicated to investors, kicked off under the leadership of Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan. The Prime Minister highlighted the significance of the event, stating, “This marks a pivotal step in our […]