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Senegal’s stance on homosexuality debated in parliament In a powerful speech delivered to lawmakers, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko strongly defended the nation’s recently enacted legislation that toughens penalties for…
Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko Takes Uncompromising Stance on Controversial Legislation In a decisive address to the National Assembly, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko firmly defended the newly enacted law…
Abidjan, 22 May 2026 — The ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (ECGD) has joined forces with UN Women and key ECOWAS agencies to unveil a groundbreaking regional initiative linking gender…
Top news Current affairs Live coverage Politics Video Senegal’s prime minister Sonko faces tough questioning at national assembly May 22, 2026 Dakar’s national assembly witnessed a pivotal session today as…
In a bold move to tighten oversight on public spending, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has introduced stringent new guidelines governing overseas travel for ministers and directors-general of state-owned enterprises. These…
Historic regional agreement to boost gender equality and climate resilience Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — A groundbreaking regional initiative has just taken shape in West Africa, as the Economic Community of…
N’Djamena is set to become the epicenter of Africa’s water challenges and solutions next summer. The African Water Forum, themed « From Vision to Action », will convene on July…
The Patriotic Africans of Sénégal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity (Pastef) will hold its first elective national congress on June 6–7, 2026, in Dakar. Ahead of this pivotal event, the…
The Nigerian Armed Forces confirmed on Thursday that the recent abductions of dozens of students and teachers in Oyo State, southern Nigeria, were carried out by members of the jihadist…
In Senegal, this week marks the beginning of a politically charged sequence, spotlighting the delicate balance between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. As the nation watches,…
Abidjan — A distinguished pan-African initiative has announced its latest laureates, recognising nations that have driven economic and social progress through strategic public policies and sectoral excellence. On the occasion…
The Prime Minister of Sénégal, Ousmane Sonko, has once again underscored the government’s determination to reinforce legal measures against homosexuality, emphasizing the necessity of strict enforcement. In the face of…