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Senegal’s Prime Minister publicly criticizes presidential approach to political funds The Senegalese Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, took a bold stance this Friday during a parliamentary session, openly contradicting the President’s…
Maïmouna Sène condemns Ousmane Sonko’s judicial tactics amid Senegal’s economic struggles At the heart of a heated parliamentary session in Dakar, former legislator Maïmouna Sène, a prominent figure in the…
Dakar — In a decisive address before the National Assembly, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko firmly addressed escalating internal tensions within his party, Pastef. During a plenary session, he made it…
22 may 2026 Download tariff gridTheme Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode LIVE UPDATES 22 may 2026NATIONAL DIALOGUE: BASSIROU DIOMAYE FAYE MEETS ABDOULAYE DAOUDA DIALLO AND AMADOU KANE…
The Government of Senegal has launched a sweeping review of its public assets with a sharp focus on 25 recently completed infrastructures that have yet to deliver any meaningful service.…
In a move that has reshaped the political landscape of Sénégal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has terminated the appointment of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, along with the entire cabinet including…
Mali’s military rulers face collapse after relying on Russian mercenaries The collapse of a political gamble is measured by how quickly its backers abandon ship. In Mali, recent military setbacks…
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 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…
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,…
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…