Taxawu Sénégal, led by Khalifa Sall, officially transitioned from a political platform to a structured party during its founding congress held this past Sunday at Dakar’s Grand Théâtre. The event drew massive turnout from militants waving party flags and chanting slogans, creating a vibrant atmosphere of political enthusiasm. Key politicalContinue Reading
Aïssata Tall Sall, former minister of Senegal, delivered a fiery political speech during the founding congress of the Taxawu Sénégal party, led by Khalifa Sall. Her address was a blend of sharp critique against the current regime and a rallying cry for opposition forces to unite and strategize effectively. TheContinue Reading
Taxawu Sénégal celebrated its foundational congress this past Sunday, drawing a diverse assembly of Senegalese opposition figures. Among the attendees were prominent names like Aïssata Tall Sall, Bamba Fall, Oumar Sarr from the Front pour la Démocratie et la République (FDR), Me Elhadj Diouf, Alioune Ndoye of the Socialist Party,Continue Reading
Bénin: Les Démocrates remain firmly in opposition as FCBE aligns with government In a decisive move, Les Démocrates (LD) has reaffirmed its opposition status during an extraordinary national council held on May 9. The gathering focused on the party’s structural challenges and future prospects, culminating in a strong declaration ofContinue Reading
The difficult choice for the Central African Republic: Wagner or Africa Corps? The Central African Republic finds itself at a strategic crossroads regarding its security partnerships. While President Touadéra appears inclined to maintain the presence of the Wagner Group, Moscow is pushing for the deployment of Africa Corps. The primaryContinue Reading
The much-anticipated gathering organized by the CNCC (Cadre national de concertation pour le changement) failed to draw the expected crowd. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the Akassimé grounds in Lomé remained sparsely populated despite aggressive promotional efforts. Instead of the anticipated sea of supporters, only scattered groups of activists showedContinue Reading
Macron slams Mali junta’s decision to expel French troops amid jihadist surge During a visit to Nairobi, French President Emmanuel Macron sharply criticised Mali’s military leadership for what he termed a misguided move to force the withdrawal of French armed forces. From Nairobi, President Emmanuel Macron responded to the escalatingContinue Reading
From the bustling Dakar waterfront to the serene Gorée Island, and from the Dakar airport highway to remote rural hamlets, solar-powered streetlights now illuminate the landscapes of Senegal. This growing solar lighting market is primarily led by two French enterprises: Ragni, a family-run business from the Alpes-Maritimes region, and Fonroche,Continue Reading
Explore Pape Thiaw’s first CAN journey with Senegal in “L’Antre du Lion” Dive into the compelling story of Pape Thiaw’s inaugural Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) campaign as head coach of Senegal’s national team in the must-watch documentary L’Antre du Lion. Premiering on RTS, this film offers an exclusive behind-the-scenesContinue Reading
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko led the official send-off ceremony this morning for Senegal’s delegation departing for Nairobi. The high-level « Africa Forward » summit, running until May 13, 2026, brings together heads of state, major donors, and key private-sector players from across the continent. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is alreadyContinue Reading
CAF strips Senegal of Africa cup trophy amid football crisis The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stripped Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, sparking outrage across African football. This controversial decision follows Senegal’s 0-3 defeat to Morocco in the final, a result that was later overturnedContinue Reading
As Romuald Wadagni prepares to assume office in late May 2026, diplomatic circles in both Bénin and Niger are buzzing with cautious optimism. The incoming president-elect’s imminent leadership could mark the beginning of a new chapter in bilateral relations, long strained by political and economic disputes. During a recent RTNContinue Reading