News Politics Côte d’Ivoire: civil society urges electoral reform and inclusive political talks After the dissolution of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI), the debate over electoral governance reform in Côte d’Ivoire has intensified. On May 14, 2026, the Platform of 37 Organizations (PEC-CI), a coalition of Ivorian civil society groups,Continue Reading
As Senegal’s political landscape braces for the pivotal 2026 party congress, the future leadership of the PASTEF party hangs in the balance. At the heart of the controversy lies a critical question: can Ousmane Sonko continue to steer the party despite the legal hurdles posed by Article 17? Legal expertsContinue Reading
The recent signing into law of amendments to the electoral code in Senegal has reignited a fierce political debate. On Tuesday, independent lawmaker Tafsir Thioye, a prominent and outspoken critic of the government, held a press conference to dissect the newly enforced legislation. His remarks come at a critical junctureContinue Reading
African politics and international relations Dakar reshapes African Francophonie with bold sovereignty agenda By Editor-in-Chief May 19, 2026 164 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, May 19, 2026 — A gathering under intense geopolitical scrutiny. In Dakar, African parliamentary Francophonie took a decisive turn. Beyond ceremonial speeches and diplomatic photo opportunities, theContinue Reading
Internal power struggles grip Senegal’s Pastef party as 2027 local elections loom The air is thick with anticipation—and tension—within Senegal’s Pastef movement as the country gears up for the 2027 territorial elections. A year out from the vote, long-simmering rivalries between key figures within the party have erupted into openContinue Reading
APR delegation in Touba criticizes Ousmane Sonko before religious leader The Alliance for the Republic (APR) has significantly escalated its engagement in Touba following the detention of Pape Malick Ndour. Party representatives, in a direct appeal to Serigne Mountakha Mbacké, vehemently denounced what they described as a political vendetta orchestratedContinue Reading
In a stunning twist during ongoing legal proceedings, political figure Ndiaga Seck has made a bold claim that has sent shockwaves through the nation’s political landscape. Speaking under oath during his interrogation, Seck declared that opposition leader Ousmane Sonko had no knowledge of his private affairs, particularly his sexual orientation.Continue Reading
Politician’s statement under judicial review During a series of court hearings, Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old political figure, firmly denied that Ousmane Sonko, the Prime Minister, had any awareness of his personal affairs. Speaking in Wolof, Seck asserted, « Xamul woon li may dund », translating to « He knew nothingContinue Reading
Lomé recently hosted the third edition of the Biashara Afrika economic forum, where President Faure Gnassingbé delivered a powerful message to African nations and business leaders. The central theme was the urgent need to move beyond theoretical ambitions and achieve practical milestones in the implementation of the African Continental FreeContinue Reading
Tchad grants provisional freedom to detained political leaders Me Bidi Valentin and Bombay Kelo Two prominent figures from the former Groupe de concertation des acteurs politiques (GCAP), Me Bidi Valentin and Bombay Kelo, have been temporarily released from prison after serving part of their eight-year sentence. The decision follows urgentContinue Reading
Ndiaga Seck arrest sparks political storm: Cheikh Bara Ndiaye defends Ousmane Sonko The detention of prominent politician Ndiaga Seck has ignited fierce debates and accusations of political scheming. In a bold defense, Cheikh Bara Ndiaye has vehemently rejected allegations linking the case to Ousmane Sonko, dismissing them as deliberate attemptsContinue Reading
Sénégal’s National Assembly finds itself embroiled in a fresh wave of controversy. A concise, almost blunt, directive – “send your Orange Money number” – purportedly exchanged among deputies or administrative staff within the parliamentary chamber, has ignited a fervent debate across social media platforms and the Dakar press for severalContinue Reading