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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 …
Faure Gnassingbé urges shift from vision to action for African economic unity Read More
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 …
Chad political figures granted temporary release on health grounds Read More
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 …
Political fallout as Ndiaga Seck faces arrest amid controversy Read More
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 …
Sénégal’s parliament faces scrutiny over orange money payments Read More
PASTEF prepares pivotal June events to shape its future In a bold move to strengthen its political structure, the PASTEF party has unveiled two critical events scheduled for June. Speaking …
PASTEF sets june dates for party congress and sonko’s investiture Read More
The nation stands at a pivotal moment as Senegal braces for national consultations from May 21 to 31, 2026. This initiative, launched by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, marks a deliberate …
Senegal’s president diomaye faye at historic crossroads Read More
Senegal politics: Oumar Sarr questions Diomaye and Sonko’s governance strategy In a striking analysis of the current political climate in Senegal, former minister and key figure within the Front for …
Senegal politics: Oumar Sarr questions Diomaye and Sonko’s governance strategy Read More
Speaking from Ziguinchor, Chérif Bouna Samsidine Aïdara recently underscored the challenging period currently facing Senegal, advocating for a national embrace of peace and resilience. This call for stability resonates deeply …
Ziguinchor: a prominent voice calls for dialogue between Sénégal’s top leaders Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, a prominent figure and leader of the ruling Pastef party in Senegal, received an enthusiastic welcome from hundreds of jubilant supporters this Sunday, May 17. The …
Ousmane Sonko’s Dakar march: a show of force for the Pastef leader Read More
A pivotal reform of the Senegalese Electoral Code has officially entered into force. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who assumed office in April 2024, signed the promulgation decree for the legislation …
Sénégal: president Faye enacts landmark electoral code reform Read More
The political landscape in Senegal is abuzz with anticipation regarding the 2029 presidential election. A critical factor in this unfolding drama will undoubtedly be the Constitutional Council’s assessment of the …
2029 presidential election: ousmane sonko’s eligibility hinges on constitutional council ruling Read More
Dakar — President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially enacted the electoral code reform, marking a significant shift in voter eligibility criteria. The new legislation, signed into law on May 12, …
Senegal enacts electoral code reform with stricter eligibility rules Read More