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In a decisive move that reshapes Senegal’s political landscape, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has terminated the mandate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This abrupt decision marks a significant shift in the country’s governance just months […]
Senegal president sacks prime minister Ousmane Sonko and entire cabinet In a bold political move, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has terminated the mandates of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and the entire government, sparking widespread debate […]
In the embattled Lac Province, where recent Boko Haram assaults have left communities reeling, women have taken a bold stand. Under the banner of the Provincial Women’s Network, they gathered in Baga-Sola on May 22, […]
Chad appoints 12 security attachés to diplomatic missions The Chadian government has announced the appointment of 12 security attachés to its diplomatic representations abroad through Decree N°1016/PR/PM/MAEIATE/2026, dated May 22, 2026. These new appointees will […]
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, recently framed the country’s stance on LGBT rights as a response to Western pressure, declaring it a « diktat » that threatens national sovereignty. Speaking before the National […]
« La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. « La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane […]
Afrique Senegal’s anti-LGBTQ+ law enforcement pledge – Sonko delivers clear message Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to enforcing stricter penalties for same-sex relations. The announcement comes during a parliamentary session […]
Afrique Senegal’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Law Faces Global Backlash as Sonko Defends Sovereignty Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko confirmed the government’s commitment to enforcing Senegal’s newly strengthened penalties against same-sex relations, amid mounting international criticism. Alexandre L. |May […]
Senator Ousmane Sonko advocates for transparent political funds management During a heated parliamentary session, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tightening controls over political funds in Senegal. The move aims to eliminate […]
The former Member of Parliament Maïmouna Sène, a key figure in the national executive committee of the Alliance for the Republic (APR), has sharply criticized Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko in the National Assembly. She accused […]
During Friday’s plenary session of parliamentary questions, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addressed mounting internal tensions within his party, Pastef, head-on. Standing before lawmakers, he emphatically rejected the notion that internal disagreements could be resolved through […]
Senegal’s prime minister condemns western LGBTQ+ pressure Dakar — Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has sharply criticized what he describes as Western attempts to impose LGBTQ+ values on African nations, emphasizing that the country will […]