Political funds dispute erupts between Senegal’s Sonko and President Faye
political funds dispute erupts between Senegal’s Sonko and President Faye Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has publicly challenged President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over the management of political funds, reigniting a long-standing debate that has divided the government since 2019. While Sonko advocates for strict transparency in the handling of theseContinue Reading
Pastef 2026: only Ousmane Sonko’s candidacy accepted for party leadership
Politics pastef 2026: only Ousmane Sonko’s candidacy accepted for party leadership 22/05/2026 The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of Pastef-Les Patriotes has released a provisional list of candidates for the upcoming internal elections to select the party’s new leadership. Among the submissions received, only Ousmane Sonko’s candidacy has beenContinue Reading
Senegal’s prime minister rejects western pressure on homosexuality law
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has strongly criticized what he describes as Western attempts to impose homosexuality on African nations during a heated parliamentary address. Speaking in Dakar, Sonko vehemently rejected calls for a moratorium on the enforcement of a recently passed law that significantly increases penalties forContinue Reading
Ivory coast defense upgrades and media regulation updates highlighted in 2026 press review
Major military infrastructure unveiled in northern Côte d’Ivoire This week’s headlines in Côte d’Ivoire focused prominently on the inauguration of defense and security facilities in the northern regions, marking a significant investment in national stability. The ceremonies in Korhogo and Ferké showcased new military hospitals, maintenance workshops, and operational bases,Continue Reading
Senegal’s Sonko condemns western influence on homosexuality laws
Senegal’s Sonko condemns western influence on homosexuality laws Breaking news. Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has strongly defended the recent legislation that toughens penalties for same-sex relationships, rejecting international calls for a moratorium on enforcement. Sonko accuses western powers of cultural imperialism During a parliamentary session on Friday, Prime MinisterContinue Reading
Senegal prime minister condemns western ‘oppression’ over homosexuality
Senegal’s premier rejects western influence on homosexuality debate In a forceful parliamentary address, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko defended Senegal’s intensified penalties for same-sex relations, firmly rejecting international criticism as undue interference. Sonko accuses western nations of cultural imperialism Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko took to the National Assembly floor to condemnContinue Reading
Senegal’s prime minister condemns western pressure over anti-lgbtq+ law
During a heated address to lawmakers, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko forcefully pushed back against mounting criticism from Western nations regarding the country’s newly enacted legislation targeting same-sex relationships. The controversial law, which significantly increases penalties for individuals convicted of homosexual acts, has drawn sharp international condemnation and calls forContinue Reading
Ousmane Sonko rejects Western influence on Senegal’s anti-homosexuality laws
Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, has delivered a firm message regarding the country’s legislative stance on same-sex relations. Speaking before the National Assembly, the head of government categorically dismissed any external pressure to modify the nation’s legal framework, which recently saw an increase in criminal penalties for homosexual acts. AContinue Reading
Senegal’s prime minister takes hardline stance on anti-sodomy law
In a firm address to the National Assembly, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has championed a newly enacted law that imposes stricter penalties for acts deemed unnatural. During a session dedicated to government responses, Sonko presented the state’s position as both unambiguous and resolute, framing the legislation as a necessaryContinue Reading
West africa adopts landmark gender and green economy initiative
Abidjan, May 22, 2026 — The ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (ECGD) has joined forces with UN Women and key ECOWAS agencies to unveil a groundbreaking regional program focused on gender equality, climate resilience, and green economic growth. The initiative, endorsed after a two-day workshop in Abidjan, marks a pivotalContinue Reading
Senegal prime minister Ousmane Sonko faces lawmakers in key parliamentary session
Breaking news Current affairs Politics National assembly Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addresses critical parliamentary session The National Assembly of Senegal convened today for a high-stakes plenary session centered on government accountability questions. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his cabinet ministers faced a rigorous round of questioning from lawmakers onContinue Reading
Senegal prime minister clamps down on top officials’ foreign travel
Senegal’s Prime Minister tightens grip on overseas trips for top officials In a sweeping move to curb administrative excesses, Senegal’s Prime Minister has imposed stringent new rules on foreign travel for government ministers and state-owned enterprise directors. The reforms aim to bring discipline to what officials describe as unchecked overseasContinue Reading