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Senegal: President Bassirou Diomaye Faye removes Ousmane Sonko as Prime Minister The political landscape of Senegal has shifted dramatically. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially relieved Ousmane Sonko of his …
Senegal president dismisses ousmane sonko as prime minister Read More
When a political strategy collapses, the speed at which its backers retreat often reveals its true weakness. In Mali, recent military setbacks against coordinated offensives by rebel groups like the …
Mali’s junta trapped by Russia’s shifting strategies Read More
The inauguration of the Zongo truck parking lot in Cotonou on May 22, 2026 marks a historic milestone in Benin’s road transport sector and port traffic management. The Port Autonome …
Cotonou’s new zongo parking transforms truck logistics and driver comfort Read More
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has raised serious concerns about the potential rise in fuel prices in the country due to escalating global tensions. In a statement delivered …
Senegal’s pm warns of fuel price surge amid global oil volatility Read More
The Republic of Togo’s recent announcement of visa exemptions for all African nationals presents a paradoxical facade of continental openness. While Lomé portrays this measure as a bold step toward …
Togo visa waiver policy: political charm masked by digital control Read More
Senegal’s strategic shift: thousands of jobs to empower youth and strengthen the economy In a decisive parliamentary address on May 22, 2026, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko placed employment at …
Senegal’s prime minister unveils thousands of new jobs to boost youth employment Read More
The Patriotic Africans of Senegal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity (Pastef) party is set to hold its first-ever national elective congress on June 6 and 7, 2026, in Dakar. This …
Senegal’s pastef party to elect new leader with sonko as sole candidate Read MoreIn celebration of its 20th anniversary, the pan-African platform known as Les Bâtisseurs de l’Économie Africaine (African Economy Builders) has named several countries as winners for their outstanding public policies …
African nations recognized for economic excellence and public policy at 20th anniversary of the African Economy Builders Read More
The Central African Banking Commission (COBAC) has revoked the operating licence of Financial Development Tchad (FINADEV Tchad S.A.), a microfinance institution in Chad’s capital, N’Djamena, triggering its official liquidation. In …
FINADEV Tchad liquidated by COBAC after licence withdrawal Read More
New digital platform to measure customer experience in Côte d’Ivoire’s financial sector The Côte d’Ivoire Financial Services Satisfaction Barometer, a cutting-edge digital platform designed to capture real-time user experiences, was …
Côte d’Ivoire launches financial services satisfaction barometer to boost trust Read More
Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko under intense parliamentary scrutiny Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko arrived at the Assemblée Nationale this Friday for a high-stakes session of parliamentary question time. The nation’s …
Senegal prime minister ousmane sonko grilled in national assembly session Read More
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, convened a high-level interministerial meeting in Dakar this week, issuing a firm directive to government officials to expedite the completion and operationalization of …
Senegal’s public infrastructure delays prompt urgent government action Read More