Khardiata Tandian remains behind bars as Senegal’s legal system postpones its decision in a high-profile case involving the alleged falsification of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko’s signature. The Dakar Criminal Court had initially scheduled the verdict for July 9, 2026, but the presiding judge announced another adjournment, pushing the ruling toContinue Reading
Dakar’s criminal court has once again postponed a high-profile verdict in the case involving the alleged falsification of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko’s signature. Khardiata Tandian, who has been held in custody for over a year, will remain behind bars after the tribunal adjourned its decision for the second time. TheContinue Reading
The legal saga surrounding the alleged falsification of Ousmane Sonko’s signature in Senegal has taken yet another unexpected turn. Khardiata Tandian, the accused in this high-profile case, remains behind bars after a Dakar court postponed its verdict for the second time. What was initially scheduled for July 9, 2026, hasContinue Reading
Benin parliament session examines key electoral reforms friday The 10th legislature of the National Assembly of the Republic of Benin convened today for a critical plenary session at the Governor’s Palace in Porto-Novo, marking one of the most consequential days in the legislative agenda this year.Continue Reading
Bénin parliament session: key bills under review this friday On Friday, July 10, 2026, the 10th legislature of the Bénin National Assembly convened in plenary session at the Palais des Gouverneurs in Porto-Novo. The agenda featured pivotal legislative proposals spanning institutional reforms, public project financing, and electoral framework regulations. KeyContinue Reading
Senators summoned back from recess as constitutional reform faces legal setback Senegal’s constitutional landscape has been thrown into uncertainty following the Constitutional Council’s decision to strike down Law No. 18/2026. National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko has called an emergency session of parliamentary leaders this Friday at 3 p.m., cutting shortContinue Reading
Ousmane Sonko, who presides over Sénégal’s National Assembly, issued a statement this Thursday regarding the Constitutional Council’s ruling. The high court deemed the constitutional reform bill, previously passed by lawmakers, as unconstitutional. As the prominent leader of Pastef, Sonko acknowledged the opinion delivered by the esteemed members of the highContinue Reading
The Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, issued a statement on Thursday addressing the Constitutional Council’s ruling that declared the constitutional reform bill—passed by lawmakers—unconstitutional. The Pastef leader acknowledged the decision of the seven-member body, emphasizing that its ruling applies to everyone. « Despite differing interpretations of the reasoningContinue Reading
The President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, responded this Thursday to the Constitutional Council’s decision declaring the constitutional reform law passed by lawmakers unconstitutional. The Pastef leader acknowledged the ruling of the Seven Sages, emphasizing that it applies to everyone. « Beyond the comments and opinions this decision mayContinue Reading
Senegal’s judicial calendar is filling up fast. On July 22, the High Court of Justice will convene for the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, a former Minister of Mines and Geology under former President Macky Sall. Detained for months, she now faces a rare judicial body designed exclusively for formerContinue Reading
The Senegalese judicial calendar is taking shape. The High Court of Justice has set July 22 as the start date for the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, former Minister of Mines and Geology under President Macky Sall. Detained for several months, the former government official will now face an exceptionalContinue Reading
The Senegalese judicial calendar is taking shape. The High Court of Justice has set July 22 as the start date for the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, former Minister of Mines and Geology under former President Macky Sall. Detained for months, the ex-official now faces a rare exception jurisdiction designedContinue Reading