Mali facing military missteps under Assimi Goïta’s rule
The Republic of Mali is grappling with one of its most turbulent phases in recent memory. Since seizing power through a military coup in 2020 and reinforcing control with another…
Senegal’s revised electoral code now law after president’s signature
The signing of the revised electoral code by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has set the political landscape abuzz. After days of heated discussions and uncertainty, the head of state officially…
Mali’s rising violence: the high cost of rejecting french support
Mali’s rising violence: the high cost of rejecting french support In the arid expanse of the Sahel, where conflicts rage beyond the gaze of European observers, Mali is now confronted…
French engineer jailed in Senegal over homosexuality charges
A French national faces detention in Senegal amid toughened anti-LGBTQ+ laws An engineer in his early 30s from France has been held in Senegalese custody since mid-February on charges including…
Pastef’s critical meeting at Keur Gorgui: Sonko’s vision for the party’s future
With less than three weeks remaining before its first-ever national congress, the leadership of Pastef gathered at the Keur Gorgui residence of party leader Ousmane Sonko to outline a sweeping…
Ousmane sonko’s secret plan to reshape pastaf ahead of june 6 congress
Sénégal’s political landscape under scrutiny as PASTEF prepares for pivotal congress On Friday, May 15, 2026, the political headquarters of Ousmane Sonko at the Cité Keur Gorgui in Dakar became…
Key african updates: macron in Nairobi, africa ceo forum, Senegal reforms
Here are this week’s must-know developments shaping Africa’s political and economic landscape: Macron shifts focus to east Africa at Nairobi summit Africa CEO Forum pushes for continental economic growth Cameroon’s…
French national detained in Senegal under anti-lgbt+ law
Senegal enforces harsh penalties under anti-LGBT+ legislation A French national has been held in Senegalese custody since February 14, facing charges including “unnatural acts” and money laundering. The detainee’s arrest…
Mali security council denounces terror attacks
Global condemnation of recent terror strikes in Mali The United Nations Security Council has issued a strong rebuke against the brutal terror assaults carried out by Al-Qaïda-affiliated militants in Mali…
Escalating anti-lgbtq+ laws in Senegal spark global outrage
As Brussels prepares to mark three decades of Pride celebrations this weekend, the contrast with the reality in Senegal couldn’t be more stark. While Europe reflects on progress in human…
Sénégal secures 1.3 trillion FCFA via UEMOA market amid global debt constraints
The Senegalese government has pivoted toward regional funding markets after losing access to international eurobond issuances following revelations of elevated public debt levels in 2024. Over the first four months…
Arsenal and burnley face off in season finale showdown at emirates stadium
Arsenal and Burnley lock horns in high-stakes Premier League finale The stakes couldn’t be higher as Arsenal prepares for its final home fixture of the season, facing Burnley in a…