The latest edition of African Debate delves into the evolving political landscape of Senegal, where President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s strategic maneuvers are reshaping the nation’s trajectory. Following the Constitutional Council’s rejection of a parliamentary reform pushed by the majority of the Pastef party—led by Ousmane Sonko—the head of state is navigating uncharted waters. Can this gamble sway the opposition and win over the Senegalese public?
Meanwhile, tensions in the Middle East are escalating as Iran’s recent provocations prompt a sharp reaction from the United States. Donald Trump’s declaration that the ceasefire is “over” and his dismissal of negotiations with Tehran as a “waste of time” signal a dangerous shift. Could this spark a fresh wave of military confrontation in the region?
Each week, African Debate unpacks the most pressing issues shaping Africa and the world, bringing together voices from across the continent:
- Wuldath Mama, Beninese journalist and international affairs expert
- Eric Topona, Chadian journalist with Deutsche Welle’s Francophone Africa desk
- François Hiondi Nkam, veteran reporter and Economics Editor at Cameroon’s Le Jour newspaper
