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Diomaye Faye’s stern message to Ousmane Sonko: a turning point in Senegalese politics In a decisive address following the launch of his new political party, KIIRAAY – Les Patriotes Républicains, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye delivered […]
At a gathering held this Saturday in Bambey, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF party, issued a strong warning to his supporters, urging them to remain vigilant in the face of potential provocations. He emphasized […]
Senegal’s political landscape evolves with KIIRAAY party launch On Saturday, July 25, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye inaugurated KIIRAAY – Les Patriotes Républicains, his new political party, during a foundational assembly in Dakar. This move signifies […]
The Legacy of Cameroon’s Elite: When Power Fades Etoudi Palace in Yaoundé has long been a stage where Cameroon’s political elite rise to prominence—and sometimes fall from grace. Over the decades, President Paul Biya has […]
The political tour kicked off in the coastal town of Bargny, where Ousmane Sonko was greeted by a sea of supporters and local political leaders eager to join the membership drive. This Saturday marked the […]
In a show of unwavering support, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, kicked off a dynamic membership drive across key communities, drawing massive crowds in Bargny. This initial stop marked the beginning of a […]
The geopolitical and security landscape across the Sahel-Saharan strip is experiencing heightened volatility. Military administrations within the Alliance des États du Sahel (AES), notably in Burkina Faso and Niger, appear to be under increasing duress. […]
Benin conference highlights reforms and human-centered development in Africa On Thursday, July 23, 2026, the Institut des artisans de justice et de paix (IAJP) convened a landmark conference in Cotonou that brought together religious leaders, […]
Nigeria’s renewed endorsement of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) marks a strategic move that extends beyond routine diplomatic gestures. By reaffirming its commitment to self-determination, decolonization, and respect for colonial-era borders, Abuja sends a […]
Paul Biya, the world’s oldest head of state, has led Cameroon since 1982. Now 93 years old, he has been away from Cameroonian soil for 48 days, having departed on June 7 for what an […]
Nigeriens residing abroad will converge on Niamey on July 28 and 29, 2026, for the second edition of the Nigerien Diaspora Forum. This significant gathering, orchestrated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, and Nigeriens […]
Le député-maire de Yopougon, Adama Bictogo, a entamé samedi 25 juillet une tournée politique auprès des militants de quatre formations politiques représentées dans sa circonscription pour préparer la célébration du 66e anniversaire de l’indépendance de […]