A political upheaval of unprecedented scale has sent shockwaves across Senegal and the wider sub-region. On Friday, May 22, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially terminated the mandate of his Prime Minister and political mentor, Ousmane Sonko. This decisive action immediately dissolves the government and marks an abrupt end toContinue Reading

In the ever-shifting landscape of West African diplomacy, Lomé is on the verge of making a bold strategic move. High-ranking sources confirm that Togolese authorities are preparing to officially recognize the Front de Libération de l’Azawad (FLA), a dissident movement challenging Bamako’s control over northern Mali. As the FLA gearsContinue Reading

Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye abruptly terminated the mandate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko on Friday evening, shattering the fragile balance that had united the two men after their victory in the February 2024 presidential election. The decision, announced via a televised address delivered by Presidential Secretary General Oumar SambaContinue Reading

On May 22, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye terminated the mandate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, a move that automatically dissolved the entire government. The historic decision, outlined in Decree No. 2026-128, signals a significant shift in Senegal’s political landscape. The outgoing officials have been instructed to handle ongoing administrativeContinue Reading

Chad appoints 12 security attachés to strengthen diplomatic missions A new decree issued by Chad’s government formalizes the appointment of twelve security attachés to key diplomatic outposts across the globe. The decision, outlined in Decree N°1016/PR/PM/MAEIATE/2026 dated May 22, 2026, underscores the country’s commitment to bolstering security protocols within itsContinue Reading