On Thursday, May 28, 2026, the inaugural Council of Ministers for the 2026-2033 seven-year term convened in Bénin, presided over by Head of State Romuald Wadagni. This pivotal meeting established the overarching strategic directions that will guide government actions over the next seven years. During this significant session, President WadagniContinue Reading
Senegal stands at a crossroads as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye navigates uncharted political waters. The recent reshuffle in the government, marked by the dismissal of former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, has intensified the power struggle within the ruling party, Pastef. From dismissal to parliamentary leadership Ousmane Sonko, once a closeContinue Reading
As Senegal marks a historic milestone, the nation’s political landscape pauses to celebrate Abdoulaye Wade, the former President who turns 100 today. Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly and leader of the PASTEF movement, delivered a heartfelt tribute to the elder statesman, whom he described as a towering figureContinue Reading
Alain Aka Côte d’Ivoire correspondent Tidjane Thiam Parti Démocratique de Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) Unrest within the PDCI as political maneuvering intensifies The Parti Démocratique de Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) is navigating choppy waters, with internal divisions deepening as the Rassemblement des Houphouëtistes pour la Démocratie et la Paix (RHDP) advances itsContinue Reading
Tchad Tchad government issues formal apology to judiciary After an extraordinary assembly of legal unions, Chad’s administration formally apologized to magistrates, signaling a commitment to restoring trust and institutional harmony. Staff Writer May 29, 2026 — 1 min read Share On May 26, 2026, the two major magistrate unions inContinue Reading
The political landscape in Senegal has been rocked by a dramatic shift at the highest levels of government. A mere days after his dismissal as Prime Minister by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Ousmane Sonko not only reclaimed his seat as a parliamentarian but was swiftly elected President of the NationalContinue Reading
In response to a formal complaint filed by magistrates against the Public Security Minister over remarks deemed disrespectful to their profession, Chad’s Head of State, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, has publicly backed his minister’s stance. Addressing the matter in a firm yet measured tone, the President emphasized that freedom ofContinue Reading
Just days after his swearing-in ceremony, Bénin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni, who succeeded Patrice Talon, chaired his first-ever Council of Ministers this past Thursday, marking the official launch of his 2026-2033 seven-year term. The inaugural meeting carried significant weight, as the head of state set the tone, values, andContinue Reading
In a significant political development for Senegal, Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô has officially assumed the pivotal role of Prime Minister. This appointment marks a crucial transition in Senegal politics, as he steps in to succeed his predecessor, Ousmane Sonko. The shift in leadership is a key topic in African newsContinue Reading
The once-unbreakable partnership between Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has crumbled under the weight of political rivalry and economic hardship. Their 2024 campaign slogan, « Diomaye Moy Sonko » (« Diomaye is Sonko »), symbolized their unshakable alliance, forged to defeat the long-standingContinue Reading
The detention of Imam Mohamed Ishaq Kindo in Burkina Faso, occurring just before the Tabaski festival, has significantly escalated local tensions. While official reasons for the sunni preacher’s arrest remain unstated, the Federation of Islamic Associations (Faib) has already issued a plea for public order and institutional respect. Eyewitnesses reportContinue Reading
The West African nation of Senegal is grappling with escalating political and societal unrest that has left citizens and observers questioning the country’s stability. Tensions reached a critical point on May 22, 2026, when President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed his longtime ally and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, who wasContinue Reading