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In a decisive move reshaping the country’s political landscape, the President of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has appointed economist Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô as the new Prime Minister. The announcement…
On May 22, 2026, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye terminated the mandate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, his former ally and political partner, ending a turbulent two-year partnership that had…
Diplomatic thaw: Niger’s transition leader breaks ground in Cotonou Amid the formal proceedings in Cotonou, a significant diplomatic moment unfolded when the Prime Minister of Niger’s transitional government arrived alongside…
The political landscape in Senegal has shifted dramatically following the Sunday resignation of National Assembly President El Malick Ndiaye. The move could pave the way for former Prime Minister Ousmane…
On Monday, May 24, 2026, Romuald Wadagni took the oath of office at the Palais des Congrès in Cotonou, marking the beginning of a seven-year presidential term. The former Finance…
Sénégal : limogé par Diomaye Faye, Sonko s’en va “le cœur léger” euronews videos lun. 25 mai 2026 à 9:28 AM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos…
On May 22, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye made a decisive move by dismissing his long-time ally and former Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, along with the entire government. By Sunday, May…
Benin’s political landscape has shifted with the unveiling of Romuald Wadagni’s inaugural cabinet, sworn in on May 25, 2026. The new administration, comprising 24 members, signals a deliberate choice for…
Romuald Wadagni has officially been sworn in as the new President of the Republic of Bénin today, Sunday, May 24, in Cotonou, following his victory in the April 12 election.…
Côte d’Ivoire has rolled out its most ambitious economic blueprint to date: the 2026-2030 National Development Plan (NDP), featuring a monumental investment envelope of $209 billion. The initiative marks a…
Just hours after assuming office as President of Benin, Romuald Wadagni introduced his inaugural cabinet, a 22-member executive team complemented by three deputy ministers. The new government strikes a balance…
Political upheaval in Senegal: Assembly Speaker steps down Breaking news. Senegal is grappling with fresh political turmoil as El Malick Ndiaye, Speaker of the National Assembly, announced his resignation just…