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Rumors swirling online this morning claimed an urgent meeting was organized by Ousmane Sonko at his residence in Keur Gorgui. The alleged gathering, reportedly scheduled for 6 PM, was said to involve key Pastef officials […]
The detention and subsequent sentencing of prominent Chadian opposition figure Succès Masra—former Prime Minister and leader of the Les Transformateurs party—has entered its second year, spotlighting what critics describe as the government’s growing intolerance toward […]
In a move signaling heightened political activity within Senegal’s opposition landscape, Ousmane Sonko, founder and leader of the Pastef party, gathered his top-tier political team at his residence in the Cité Keur Gorgui district of […]
A close associate of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, Matar Ndiaga Seck, has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC). The arrest follows a warrant issued by the Linguère police station. Investigators […]
The agricultural landscape of Bénin has undergone a profound transformation since the implementation of sweeping reforms in 2016. Under the leadership of President Patrice Talon, the country has embraced a bold vision centered on substantial […]
An urgent gathering of political leaders is taking place this evening at the residence of Ousmane Sonko, head of the Pastef party, in the Cité Keur Gorgui district of Dakar. The meeting, scheduled to begin […]
Mali blocus: JNIM’s blockade sparks humanitarian crisis in Bamako The capital of Mali, Bamako, has been under siege since April 30, with jihadists from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) enforcing […]
During a high-level meeting in N’Djamena, Chad’s Prime Minister, Mr. Allamaye Halina, warmly received Mr. Abdelkader Djellaoui, Algeria’s Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure. The encounter centered on Algeria’s pivotal role in fostering bilateral […]
15 May 2026 Download price list Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode PASTEF party congress: Ousmane Sonko poised for re-election as leader breaking news 15 May 2026 The PASTEF party is finalizing preparations […]
The once-expansive Russian influence across Africa, built on mercenary operations, disinformation campaigns, and anti-Western populism, now faces an undeniable decline. What began as a decade-long surge under the banner of Kremlin-backed security solutions has collided […]
Chad N’Djamena tackles unregulated minibus stops for safer transport N’Djamena’s lack of designated minibus stops creates safety hazards and urban chaos. Structural solutions are urgently needed to enhance mobility and public safety in the capital. […]
New advanced training programs to elevate Benin’s security forces The Porto-Novo National Police College inaugurated a new cycle of preparatory training on May 14, 2026, marking a pivotal step in strengthening Benin’s internal security apparatus. […]