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Senegal’s 2029 presidential race: new electoral law clears path for Sonko President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has signed into law a controversial electoral reform bill, sending shockwaves through the Pastef party and positioning Prime […]
Chad N’Djamena hosts pivotal training on digital freight transformation A landmark training session in Chad’s capital concluded this week, equipping transport officials with cutting-edge digital tools to streamline land freight operations nationwide. The National Bureau […]
buses torched near Bamako as jihadist blockade tightens in Mali Armed assailants set ablaze multiple passenger buses on Saturday, May 16, along the Faya classified forest stretch of the Bamako-Ségou highway. Witnesses report that attackers […]
The government of Chad has strongly rejected allegations from the United Nations Human Rights Office regarding civilian casualties in military strikes targeting Boko Haram positions in the Lake Chad basin. The statement was delivered in […]
Tchad Tchad security sweep nets 347 arrests in N’Djamena’s 10th district A coordinated security operation in N’Djamena’s 10th arrondissement led to the seizure of illegal arms and the detention of 447 individuals. Public Security Minister […]
Media figures clash: Waly Diouf Bodian accuses journalist of spreading falsehoods The verbal sparring between Waly Diouf Bodian and Madiambal Diagne escalates following a contentious post regarding Ousmane Sonko, with accusations of fabrication and sensationalism […]
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has signed into law a sweeping reform of Senegal’s electoral code, reshaping the framework for voter ineligibility. The new legislation, promulgated on May 12, 2026, follows its swift adoption by the […]
News Society Legal troubles for Senegal politician Sonko ally A high-profile arrest has sent shockwaves through Senegal after police detained Matar Ndiaga Seck, 51, described in local reports as a political associate with ties to […]
The arrest of a prominent political figure in Senegal has ignited a legal and social firestorm, with authorities confirming the detention of Matar Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old associate of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. The operation, […]
Lyon vs Lens: the decisive clash for a Champions League spot Lens eliminated Lyon in their last meeting via penalty shootout in the French Cup Final stretch for Olympique Lyonnais. This Sunday evening, the Gones […]
With the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 season drawing to a close, the final matchday promises high-stakes drama on Sunday, May 17. Beyond crowning the champions, the focus shifts to the intense races for European qualification spots […]
President Faye puts an end to electoral reform suspense After days of intense political negotiations and public scrutiny, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially enacted the revised Electoral Code on Friday, May 15, 2026. The landmark […]