Senegal: former prime minister Ousmane Sonko elected president of the National Assembly Info Former Senegalese prime minister Ousmane Sonko was elected president of the National Assembly just four days after being dismissed by the head of state. The opposition boycotted the session, denouncing what they called “a constitutional coup.” Auto-playContinue Reading
International Senegal: Ousmane Sonko elected speaker of the National Assembly Four days after being dismissed as Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko has been elected Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly.Continue Reading
On the sidelines of the official ceremonies marking his inauguration, the newly sworn-in President of the Republic of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, held a significant audience with Mali’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdoulaye Diop, in Cotonou. The distinguished Malian diplomat arrived bearing a heartfelt message of congratulations andContinue Reading
Political rift: A clash of visions beyond personalities The newly elected President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has shed light on the ideological divide that led to his political estrangement from President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. In a speech blending philosophy and historical reflection, he framed the rupture not asContinue Reading
Ouagadougou — As the Tabaski celebrations approach, the Burkina Faso government has taken a bold step by halting livestock exports, prioritizing local consumers over regional market dynamics. While the move aims to ease urban purchasing power, it carries deep contradictions and looming economic risks that could backfire spectacularly. Urban relief,Continue Reading
In a West African landscape increasingly strained by geopolitical divisions, Niger’s recent trade decisions have sparked sharp reactions among regional economists and analysts. While commercial borders remain tightly controlled or outright closed for exports to the Gulf of Guinea nations—including Côte d’Ivoire, Bénin, Ghana, and Togo—the transitional government in NiameyContinue Reading
The political landscape in Senegal has seen rapid developments following President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s recent dismissal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This move marks a practically unavoidable rupture, fueled by escalating political tensions and increasingly overt disagreements between the two leaders at the helm of the executive in the LandContinue Reading
The diplomatic landscape between Bénin and Niger is shifting. The recent visit of a high-level Nigerien delegation, led by the Prime Minister, to Cotonou for the inauguration of Patrice Talon’s successor marks a clear intent to resolve a prolonged crisis that has strained bilateral ties since July 2023. This gestureContinue Reading
Abidjan, May 26, 2026 – The latest national headlines across Côte d’Ivoire today reveal a vibrant tapestry of political and economic activity. Key discussions revolve around a significant tribute to the President in Kabadougou, the announcement of a substantial investment for the third phase of the Baleine oil field, andContinue Reading
Ligue 1 vs Ligue 2 playoffs how to watch and follow the Saint-Étienne vs nice first leg playoff match Tuesday, May 26 Share Share WhatsApp LinkedIn Email Messenger Two Ligue 1 hopefuls clash in a high-stakes playoff duel. Nice travels to Saint-Étienne’s Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium for the first leg of theContinue Reading
In the years since the Mouvement patriotique pour la sauvegarde et la restauration (MPSR II) seized power, the security landscape across Burkina Faso remains deeply troubling. The Union générale des étudiants burkinabè (UGEB) has issued a frank and public critique of the transitional government’s performance, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré.Continue Reading
Following his decisive victory in April, where he garnered more than 94% of the votes, Romuald Wadagni has officially been sworn in as the President of Bénin. His inauguration on Sunday marks the commencement of a new seven-year term, during which the nation will keenly follow the implementation of hisContinue Reading