Africa’s key developments: macron’s east africa pivot, business forum insights, and political shifts
Here’s a rundown of the pivotal political and economic developments across the African continent this past week: Emmanuel Macron’s strategic shift in African policy culminating in Nairobi. The Africa CEO Forum’s call for the private sector to scale up. Ongoing speculation surrounding the vacant Vice-Presidency in Cameroon. Senegal’s constitutional reformContinue Reading
French national detained in Senegal under anti-lgbtq+ law
Tougher penalties for LGBTQ+ individuals in Senegal A French citizen has been held in a Senegalese detention center since February 14, facing charges including acts against nature, criminal association, money laundering, and attempted transmission of HIV. The arrest occurred amid a broader crackdown on presumed homosexuality in the country, whereContinue Reading
UN Security Council denounces violent jihadist strikes across Mali
The UN Security Council has issued a stern condemnation regarding the “heinous terrorist” offensives launched by Al-Qaeda-linked militants in Mali since April 25. In a formal statement, the council emphasized the urgent need to hold the perpetrators, organizers, and financiers of these violent acts accountable before the law. Mali isContinue Reading
Escalating anti-lgbtq+ crackdown in Senegal as new law takes effect
While Brussels prepares to mark three decades of progress with its annual Pride Parade, the situation in Dakar tells a starkly different story. A newly enacted law in Senegal has intensified persecution against LGBTQ+ individuals, transforming the country into one of Africa’s most oppressive nations for sexual minorities. stricter penaltiesContinue Reading
Senegal’s UEMOA market reliance: a new financing chapter
Facing restricted access to Eurobond markets since the disclosure of its 2024 budget revisions, Senegal has strategically repositioned the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) public securities market as its primary funding conduit. Over the initial four months of the fiscal year, the Senegalese Public Treasury successfully mobilized anContinue Reading
Arsenal’s crucial home finale: a premier league title push against burnley
As Arsenal inches closer to a long-awaited Premier League title, every remaining fixture holds immense weight. While their narrow 1-0 victory over West Ham last Sunday undoubtedly cleared a significant hurdle, the Gunners cannot afford to underestimate any opponent. This Monday evening marks their final home game of the season,Continue Reading
Algeria and Chad advance trans-Saharan road and power plant projects
Algeria and Chad advance trans-Saharan road and power plant projects The strategic partnership between Algeria and Chad has reached a new milestone this week, marked by the signing of two significant agreements. These accords focus on public works and energy, following reciprocal visits to N’Djamena and Algiers. The overarching goalContinue Reading
Sénégal: protests erupt over green city project at lac rose
Sénégal: protests erupt over green city project at Lac Rose RFI fri. 15 may 2026 at 11:56 pm utc Residents and environmental advocates in the Sénégal are voicing sharp opposition to a high-end real estate project that threatens the fragile ecosystem of Lac Rose, just outside Dakar. The government’s groundbreakingContinue Reading
Senegal: PASTEF party responds to Sonko resignation rumors amid internal unity push
Dakar — A recent internal meeting of PASTEF-Les Patriotes has sparked debate following rumors about the potential resignation of party leader Ousmane Sonko. In a decisive statement on social media, El Malick Ndiaye, President of Senegal’s National Assembly and a key figure in the party, reaffirmed its unity and steadfastContinue Reading
Senegal political tensions as sonko resignation rumors spread
In the ever-evolving political landscape of Sénégal, tensions have flared following claims about a potential resignation, sparking reactions from key figures within the PASTEF party. Journalist Madiambal Diagne recently ignited debate by suggesting that Ousmane Sonko, Prime Minister of Sénégal, might step down from his position. This announcement was swiftlyContinue Reading
Matar Ndiaga Seck, close ally of Ousmane Sonko, held in Senegal over alleged unnatural acts
Political figure linked to Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko detained in northern Senegal A prominent political associate of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, Matar Ndiaga Seck, aged 51, has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC) under suspicion of committing « acts against nature ». The arrest followsContinue Reading
Matar ndiaga seck arrested in Senegal over alleged unnatural acts
Close associate of Senegalese Prime Minister detained in controversial case Matar Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old political figure widely described in local reports as a close ally of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC). The arrest follows a warrant issued by policeContinue Reading