Togo’s National Assembly has reconvened for a high-stakes extraordinary session, convened at the request of President Faure Gnassingbé. Under the leadership of Assembly President Prof. Komi Selom Klassou, this accelerated parliamentary meeting aims to tackle urgent socio-economic and institutional challenges facing the nation. Three critical legislative proposals are at theContinue Reading
The political landscape in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is showing signs of easing tensions, paving the way for a long-anticipated national dialogue. Observers note a gradual shift in the atmosphere as stakeholders engage in preliminary discussions, though the path forward remains uncertain. Signs of political easing inContinue Reading
During the inaugural extraordinary session of the National Assembly, President Ousmane Sonko announced the deferral of seven legislative initiatives submitted by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. These proposals, which had been received by the assembly, will not appear on the current session’s agenda. Key legislative proposals deferred Among the seven billsContinue Reading
Côte d’Ivoire: leadership reshuffle at PPA-CI signals strategic transition Listen – 05:49 Major changes are unfolding within the leadership of Côte d’Ivoire’s PPA-CI party, with five senior figures now assuming responsibilities previously held by former President Laurent Gbagbo. The move has sparked discussions about the party’s future trajectory and potentialContinue Reading
Chad’s presidential pardon: a step toward political reconciliation? The 66th anniversary of Chad’s independence has brought a significant political announcement. President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno revealed plans to grant clemency to multiple prisoners, though the identities of those set to benefit remain undisclosed. This decision has sparked widespread speculation, particularlyContinue Reading
Former Minister Aly Ngouille Ndiaye Makes Stunning Claims About Special Funds In a televised interview, Aly Ngouille Ndiaye, former minister and close political figure, dropped a bombshell regarding the fonds spéciaux allocated to Senegalese prime ministers. According to him, Ousmane Sonko holds the unique distinction of being the first headContinue Reading
The newly adopted internal regulations of the Beninese Senate, officially enacted on July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, provide a comprehensive framework for the operations, powers, and interactions of this pivotal institution. Spanning 103 articles, the document outlines the Senate’s role in legislative processes, political regulation, and the enforcement of sanctionsContinue Reading
Ivorian politics: Laurent Gbagbo reshapes PPA-CI leadership with shared governance Laurent Gbagbo, President of the Ivorian People’s Party of Africa (PPA-CI), has announced a strategic restructuring of his party’s leadership. Five key figures have been appointed to high-level positions as part of a broader initiative to decentralize decision-making while maintainingContinue Reading
Paul Biya absent depuis deux mois : les interrogations s’intensifient au Cameroun Actus. Absent du Cameroun depuis le 7 juin, le président Paul Biya n’est toujours pas rentré. Les récentes nominations militaires ravivent les interrogations sur son état de santé et la succession au sommet de l’État. Pour le journalisteContinue Reading
Recent verbal assaults targeting President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, his venerable mother, and his esteemed spouse have provoked a strong rebuke from Hugues Ongoundou. In a particularly resolute statement, Ongoundou clarifies that his stance is not an endorsement of the current administration or its policies. For him, the act ofContinue Reading
Aly Ngouille Ndiaye has revealed that the 1.7 billion FCFA in political funds specifically allocated to Ousmane Sonko were reportedly fully depleted before Sonko requested additional budgetary support. This disclosure raises significant questions concerning the transparent management of these expenditures in Senegal. Former Interior Minister Aly Ngouille Ndiaye has reignitedContinue Reading
Legal Response from Senegal’s Justice Ministry to Sonko’s Inquiry Commissions During the legislative session’s opening, the National Assembly President clarified the legal framework governing parliamentary inquiry commissions. He emphasized Senegal’s legal constraints that prevent such commissions from investigating cases already under judicial review. The first extraordinary session of the 2026-2027Continue Reading