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
Senegal’s political shifts and rising middle east tensions In this week’s edition, we explore Senegal’s evolving political landscape alongside escalating conflicts in the Middle East and their potential impact on Africa. As President Bassirou Diomaye Faye steers the nation through critical reforms, can his vision unite a divided nation? Meanwhile,Continue Reading
Le débat africain Sénégal, guerre au Moyen-Orient et Mondial 2026 Publié le : 10/07/2026 – 11:00 Au sommaire : Avec la création d’un parti présidentiel et après l’invalidation par le Conseil constitutionnel de la réforme constitutionnelle adoptée par la majorité parlementaire de Pastef, dirigée par Ousmane Sonko à l’Assemblée nationale, leContinue Reading
Sénégal, war in the Middle East and the 2026 World Cup The political scene in Sénégal is undergoing significant transformation. With the establishment of a new presidential party and the Constitutional Council’s decision to invalidate the constitutional reform pushed by the ruling parliamentary majority of Pastef, led by former PrimeContinue Reading
The latest episode of the Débat Africain podcast dives deep into Senegal’s evolving political landscape and the escalating tensions in the Middle East. As the country grapples with constitutional reforms and the formation of a new presidential party, public discourse intensifies. Will President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s maneuvers bridge the gapContinue Reading
DRC military tightens smartphone restrictions for frontline troops The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) have issued a fresh directive banning unauthorized smartphone use by troops stationed at the frontlines. Military authorities warn that improper use of mobile devices jeopardizes operational security and exposes soldiers toContinue Reading
DRC military tightens smartphone ban for frontline troops amid security risks Illustration photo Security Friday, July 10, 2026 – 09:26 The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) have once again reiterated the ban on unauthorized smartphone use by troops in active combat zones, citing significant securityContinue Reading
Following its recent engagement with Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye, the Coalition Article 64 (C64), dedicated to defending the constitutional order, delivered a comprehensive report on Thursday, July 9, 2026, detailing their trip to Bujumbura. Addressing allegations of compromising their convictions for a closer alignment with the Tshisekedi administration, key figuresContinue Reading
In a decisive move signaling the government’s intent to maintain legislative momentum, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has cut short the parliamentary recess for lawmakers. The announcement, made weeks ahead of the traditional end of summer break, forces members of the National Assembly to return to the Soweto hemicycle earlierContinue Reading
Inside Bamako’s Médine market, Adama Konaté isn’t just a bicycle vendor—he’s a one-stop solution for two-wheeled mobility. His stall, nestled in the heart of the Diguèbakonona area, is where imported bicycles from France, the United States, England, Canada, and China arrive, get repaired, and are carefully assembled before being soldContinue Reading
Tchad Tchad : retour du président après une visite aux Émirats arabes unis Le président tchadien Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno est rentré à N’Djamena après une visite officielle aux Émirats arabes unis, où il a rencontré le président Cheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Alwihda Info 09 juil. 2026 —Continue Reading
Chad president concludes visit to united arab emirates The President of Chad, Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, returned to N’Djamena this evening following an official visit to the United Arab Emirates. The trip focused on strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations. Diplomatic engagements in abu dhabi During his stayContinue Reading