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This Friday, May 22, 2026, Cotonou’s transportation and port traffic landscape underwent a monumental shift. The Port Autonome de Cotonou (PAC) unveiled the Zongo Truck Park, a state-of-the-art facility designed…
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko flags potential fuel price surge in Senegal Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has raised concerns about a possible upward adjustment in fuel prices in Senegal, citing mounting…
The political landscape in Sénégal has been shaken by a public rift between Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over the oversight of political funds—a reform central…
Senegal Prime Minister Sonko intensifies stance against homosexuality Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has sharply criticized what he terms Western pressure to “impose homosexuality” on Senegal, amid rising hostility and arrests…
In a bold move to strengthen governance and public trust, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has reiterated his commitment to tighter oversight of political funds, framing the initiative as a cornerstone…
The announcement of a visa exemption for all African nationals visiting Togo has been presented as a bold step toward regional integration and openness. However, beneath the polished diplomatic rhetoric…
In a rare public display of disagreement within Senegal’s leadership, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko openly contested President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s position on the controversial issue of political funds. Speaking before…
Dakar — Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has set an ambitious agenda for Senegal’s economic future, placing job creation at the heart of government priorities. Speaking before legislators on May 22,…
The Senegalese government has doubled the penalties for same-sex relationships, raising prison sentences to five to ten years, a move that has sparked international debate. Prime minister condemns western pressure…
During a high-stakes session of parliamentary question time this Friday, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivered a resolute address to the National Assembly regarding the enforcement of stricter penalties for…
Senator Ousmane Sonko challenges President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over political funds management Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has openly disputed President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s approach to political funds, a controversy that…
Politics pastef 2026 leadership: ousmane sonko stands alone as valid presidential candidate May 22, 2026 The Pastef-Les Patriotes party’s leadership election process has reached a critical stage. The High Authority…