Sonko launches probe into 2 billion FCFA irregularities in student laptop program An ambitious parliamentary investigation has been set in motion to scrutinize every aspect of the ‘One Student, One Laptop’ program’s procurement contracts. The Pastef parliamentary group, led by National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko, is spearheading a comprehensive inquiryContinue Reading
Across Cameroon’s lush southern regions, where cocoa trees flourish under the tropical climate, farmers are grappling with a harsh reality. The global price slump for cocoa has cast a shadow over their livelihoods, threatening the future of an industry that has long been the backbone of local economies. From theContinue Reading
Sonko warns of system reorganisation at Senegal’s Presidential Palace At a rally in Dahra Djoloff, opposition leader Ousmane Sonko delivered a scathing critique of the perceived regression in governance since his political allies assumed power. During a weekend gathering in Dahra Djoloff, National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko launched a blisteringContinue Reading
The appointment of a former president to lead the Bénin Senate has ignited lively discussions online and fueled speculation about hidden influence. Yet a close look at the constitutional framework shows a different story: a strict separation of powers where the Executive remains fully independent and the Legislative arm gainsContinue Reading
AES countries unite against misleading security claims The Burkinabè Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean Marie Traoré, summoned Nigeria’s Chargé d’Affaires in Ouagadougou following remarks by Nigerian President Bola Tinubu regarding alleged security challenges in the three nations of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). The meeting, held on August 7,Continue Reading
When Senegal’s first government took office in April 2000, it united leaders from diverse political backgrounds, including figures from the AFP led by Moustapha Niasse, the PIT, AJ/PADS and other components of the alternance coalition, many of whom held ideological views far removed from the liberal stance of the PDS.Continue Reading
Eight fatalities and one injury were recorded in a Boko Haram assault that unfolded late Friday in the Far North region of Cameroon, local authorities reported Saturday. The strike occurred around 11:00 PM in the village of Kangaleri, located in the Mayo-Sava department, casting a shadow of terror over theContinue Reading
President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema recently returned from a significant diplomatic journey across West Africa, making stops in Ghana, Gambia, Sierra Leone, and Côte d’Ivoire. A highlight of his tour was his esteemed presence as a special guest at the 66th independence anniversary celebration in Côte d’Ivoire, hosted by hisContinue Reading
During a recent extraordinary session of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, a prominent political figure, formally announced the commencement of several significant investigations. This move underscores a clear commitment to delve deeper into various sensitive matters impacting Senegal’s political landscape. The initiative reflects a determination to scrutinize key issues, markingContinue Reading
The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), the leading Al-Qaeda-aligned jihadist coalition in the Sahel, mounted an assault on a Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) military camp in central Mali on Sunday, August 9. This operation adds to a lengthy series of attacks claimed by the militant networkContinue Reading
Senegal’s imports experienced a significant upturn in June, climbing by 26.7% month-on-month. This notable rebound stands in stark contrast to the overall trend observed during the first half of the year. From January to June, the cumulative value of goods entering the country actually saw an 8% decrease, signaling aContinue Reading
Opinions Par Lansana Gagny Sakho Sénégal : un précédent institutionnel, une leçon pour les marchés émergents EXCLUSIF SENEPLUS – Entre volatilité financière, chute des investissements et tension sur l’emploi, le pays a appris entre 2024-2026 à ses dépens qu’en économie, l’imprévisibilité politique se paie comptant Byline Lansana GagnyContinue Reading