Tchad presidential pardon frees opposition leader succès masra Chad’s head of state, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, has granted a presidential pardon to Succès Masra, the former transitional prime minister and leader of the political party Les Transformateurs. The decision, announced on August 14, 2026, offers a path to freedom forContinue Reading
Tchad Chadian president’s pardon fuels optimism for political détente The Chadian opposition party RNDT-Le Réveil welcomes the presidential pardon decree issued on August 14, 2026, hailing it as a pivotal step toward national reconciliation. August 14, 2026 — 1 min read Share The RNDT-Le Réveil party has warmly embraced theContinue Reading
In a significant development for Chad’s political landscape, former Prime Minister and leading opposition figure, Succès Masra, has been granted a presidential pardon by President Mahamat Idriss Déby. This act of clemency, announced on Friday, brings an end to Masra’s incarceration, where he had been serving more than a yearContinue Reading
Senators dismiss all amendments proposed by the government on special credit regulations Tensions escalate between Senegal’s executive and legislative branches as procedural disputes stall critical financial legislation. Political friction intensifies at the National Assembly as lawmakers and government officials clash over the regulatory framework for special credits. Following heated debatesContinue Reading
Air Sénégal and Carlyle reach final agreement over aircraft lease termination After months of legal wrangling, Air Sénégal has successfully resolved its dispute with the American aircraft leasing firm Carlyle over the premature return of four commercial jets. The breakthrough came through a mediated settlement finalized in Dakar, putting anContinue Reading
Tchad Chad’s transport revolution: 66 years on, connecting a vast nation Sixty-six years after gaining independence, Chad faces a pivotal challenge: establishing a structured intercity transport network to invigorate its economy and ensure safe citizen mobility. — 4 min de lecture Partager Sixty-six years post-independence, Chad, a vast nation strategicallyContinue Reading
The efficacy and discretion of Moroccan diplomacy in addressing Sahelian crises have once again been demonstrated. By successfully securing a presidential pardon for French intelligence operative Yann V., who was sentenced to 20 years by Mali’s military judiciary last June, Morocco solidifies its position as an indispensable mediator between ParisContinue Reading
Chad’s president grants pardon to opposition leader The political landscape in Chad has experienced a sudden shift following the surprise pardon granted to opposition figure Succès Masra. President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno took the decision, signaling a potential thaw in relations between the government and the opposition. What led toContinue Reading
After an official handover ceremony held on Thursday, Waly Diouf Bodiang, former Director-General of the Autonomous Port of Dakar, has stepped down from his position following his dismissal by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. A staunch supporter of Ousmane Sonko, Bodiang played a pivotal role in the early days of theContinue Reading
English defender Djed Spence has touched down in Italy as the next chapter of his football career takes shape. The 26-year-old arrived in Milan late Thursday night ahead of his scheduled medical examination with Inter Milan on Friday, marking the final formalities before a blockbuster move from Tottenham Hotspur. MilestoneContinue Reading
Telecom tariffs in Mali are sparking growing frustration among users and digital sector observers across West Africa. The disparity is stark: for the same amount of money, a subscriber in Bamako receives a fraction of the data volume compared to their counterpart in Dakar, a gap that has intensified debateContinue Reading
In a bold economic move, Cameroon has implemented a 70% reduction in customs duties on European goods, as confirmed by Finance Minister Louis Paul Motazé. This decision aligns with the Economic Partnership Agreement (APE) between Yaoundé, the European Union (EU), and the United Kingdom. The reduction targets the third categoryContinue Reading