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Baaba Maal amplifies Senegal’s voice at the United Nations forum

August 23, 2026September 25, 2026 Emmanuel Mbarga

Renowned West African music icon, Baaba Maal, recently represented Senegal and the broader African continent at a significant United Nations (UN) platform held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia’s capital. A long-standing advocate for environmental and social causes, […]

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Drc and afc/m23 establish a progress review mechanism

August 23, 2026September 25, 2026 Emmanuel Mbarga
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Stalemate in Nice: OGC Nice and FC Lorient draw a blank in Ligue 1 opener

August 22, 2026September 25, 2026 Marguerite Ndongo

Stalemate in Nice: OGC Nice and FC Lorient draw a blank in Ligue 1 opener In a highly anticipated opening day fixture of Ligue 1 this Saturday, OGC Nice hosted FC Lorient, with both sides […]

Top Stories

Burkina Faso youth camps: patriotism or militarisation?

August 22, 2026September 25, 2026 Marguerite Ndongo

The camp, presented as an ordinary civic initiative, has drawn thousands of young participants in Burkina Faso. Under the guise of promoting national values such as responsibility and civic engagement, the Mêbo holiday camp has […]

News

Khadre spiritual leader serigne khalifa kounta endorses ousmane sonko in ndiassane

August 22, 2026September 25, 2026 Marguerite Ndongo

Khadre spiritual leader serigne khalifa kounta endorses ousmane sonko in ndiassane Addressing the President of the National Assembly, Serigne Khalifa Kounta notably declared: « Ndongo daara le, arabisan le, ku mokeul alxour ane le ». […]

Politics

Senegal’s national assembly establishes new public policy evaluation committee

August 22, 2026September 25, 2026 Marguerite Ndongo

Senegal’s national assembly establishes new public policy evaluation committee This mechanism will empower deputies to verify the efficient and transparent utilization of public funds. A significant reform has recently been implemented within Senegal’s legislative branch. […]

Politics

Fiery debate in Senegal’s National Assembly: Abdou Mbow declares « a country in danger »

August 22, 2026September 25, 2026 Marguerite Ndongo

A particularly intense parliamentary session unfolded at the National Assembly as Deputy Abdou Mbow delivered a stirring address. From the chamber’s podium, the lawmaker presented a troubling assessment of the nation’s state, emphatically stating, « […]

Politics

Cameroon: Yaoundé halts Somdiaa’s Sosucam share transfer

August 22, 2026September 25, 2026 Marguerite Ndongo

Cameroonian authorities have officially paused the divestment of Somdiaa group’s stake in Société sucrière du Cameroun (Sosucam), the nation’s primary sugar industry player. This executive decision by Yaoundé effectively freezes a transaction that had been […]

News

Ousmane Sonko takes on leadership role in Senegal’s new parliamentary evaluation committee

August 21, 2026September 25, 2026 Emmanuel Mbarga

The Committee for Public Policy Evaluation (CEPP) is specifically tasked with structuring, conducting, and monitoring parliamentary assessments of public policies. Its core mission is to enhance the oversight of public action and boost the effectiveness […]

Politics

Chad secures over 24 billion FCFA from China for diverse development initiatives

August 21, 2026September 25, 2026 Marguerite Ndongo

Chad secures over 24 billion FCFA from China for diverse development initiatives Chad has successfully secured new financial backing from China. Two significant grant agreements, collectively valued at 300 million yuan – equivalent to approximately […]

News

Togo land reform struggles against entrenched political interests

August 21, 2026September 25, 2026 Emmanuel Mbarga

For sixty years, Togo’s land management system has been plagued by inconsistency and inefficiency, failing to provide the stability necessary for economic growth. Now, the government has pledged to overhaul the sector, positioning land reform […]

Analysis, News

Sénégal’s political theatre: unravelling the volatile relationship between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré

August 21, 2026September 25, 2026 Emmanuel Mbarga

Political figures often manipulate public discourse, shifting their narratives to suit transient interests and prevailing circumstances, effectively holding the populace captive. The dynamic between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré consistently adapts to fluctuating conditions and […]

Politics

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