A French national has been held in Senegal for three months following an arrest linked to homosexuality charges, prompting diplomatic attention from Paris. detention under controversial legislation Senegalese authorities took the French engineer into custody on February 14, charging him with ‘unnatural acts’—a legal term now encompassing homosexual relations underContinue Reading
The Alliance pour la République (APR) has voiced profound outrage over the detention of its member Pape Malick Ndour, linked to a court-ordered custody in the PRODAC case. In an official statement, the party led by former President Macky Sall accused Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko of orchestrating what it callsContinue Reading
Senegal’s electoral code reform: President Bassirou Diomaye Faye ratifies critical amendments A decisive milestone has been reached in Senegal’s electoral reform process with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially ratifying amendments L29 and L30 of the Electoral Code. This pivotal step follows a second parliamentary review and sets the stage forContinue Reading
In a swift response to circulating reports, a trusted associate of Ousmane Sonko has dismissed claims of an emergency meeting allegedly scheduled at his residence in the Cité Keur Gorgui. The unverified information, which surfaced on social media earlier this week, suggested that several key members of the Pastef party—includingContinue Reading
From political campaigns to prison bars: one year of Succès Masra’s detention A year has passed since Chad’s authorities arrested and sentenced Succès Masra, a prominent opposition figure and former Prime Minister, whose continued imprisonment on politically motivated charges exposes the government’s intolerance toward dissent. Succès Masra, leader of theContinue Reading
The Kremlin’s diplomatic playbook seems to have a new rule: when allies stumble, Moscow goes silent. This isn’t a breakdown in loyalty—it’s a deliberate strategy, one that has left observers puzzled by the absence of Russia’s usual vocal support for its partners in distress. From Africa to the Middle East,Continue Reading
Since 2016, Benin has undergone a remarkable agricultural transformation, driven by bold government reforms. Through substantial subsidies, rapid mechanization, and strategic land management, the nation has achieved unprecedented production levels across key crops. From cotton to pineapple, maize to soybeans, agriculture now stands as the backbone of national growth andContinue Reading
Political strategists expect a pivotal meeting at Ousmane Sonko‘s residence in the Cité Keur Gorgui this evening. The Prime Minister and PASTEF/Les Patriotes leader has called for a closed-door session with his closest political advisors to address pressing national challenges. The gathering, scheduled for 6:00 PM on May 15, 2026,Continue Reading
Diplomatic authorities in France are closely monitoring the case of a French citizen recently arrested in Senegal on charges related to homosexuality, according to insiders familiar with the matter. The individual was taken into custody on February 14, 2026, following a broader crackdown by Senegalese authorities. The arrest, which includesContinue Reading
Mali: JNIM blockade in Bamako sparks humanitarian crisis, warns Amnesty International Breaking news. The capital of Mali, Bamako, has been under siege since April 30 by militants from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), prompting Amnesty International to issue an urgent call for the protection ofContinue Reading
As the curtain falls on another Ligue 1 season, Olympique de Marseille faces a high-stakes showdown against Stade Rennais at the Stade Vélodrome. This isn’t just another match—it’s a potential season-defining clash that could determine who secures the final Europa Conference League spot. With everything on the line, the PhocéensContinue Reading
Mali blocus of Bamako threatens civilian lives and food security Bamako’s ongoing blockade is inflicting unacceptable harm on civilians, severely restricting their freedom of movement and threatening their fundamental rights to food, health, and safety, warns Amnesty International. The human rights group urges the Groupe de soutien à l’islam etContinue Reading