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Sonko warns new Niger prime minister amid political tensions
Ousmane Sonko, former head of government, has issued a series of veiled warnings to Al Aminou Lo, the newly appointed Prime Minister of Niger. Speaking to the press on a
Read MoreSenegal’s pastef rejects new government amid key policy disputes
Senegal: Ousmane Sonko explains why Pastef declined new government participation The leader of Senegal’s Pastef party, former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, has outlined the reasons behind his party’s refusal to
Read MoreSenegal politics: Sonko explains why Pastef declined new cabinet role
Senegal politics: Sonko explains why Pastef declined new cabinet role On the ground in Dakar, Ousmane Sonko outlined the strategic reasons behind his party’s decision to stay out of the
Read MoreMorocco’s King Mohammed VI and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed meet in Rabat
In a significant diplomatic encounter in the heart of Rabat, King Mohammed VI held talks with the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The
Read MoreSonko accuses opposition of political conspiracy over constitutional council challenge
Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party and former Prime Minister of Senegal, has strongly condemned the opposition’s decision to file a petition with the Constitutional Council. The move aims
Read MoreOusmane Sonko delivers press statement as Pastef leader
Ousmane Sonko, President of the Pastef – Le Patriotes party, issued a press statement today, addressing key national issues and outlining the party’s position on recent developments. The declaration comes
Read MoreTchad government reviews two-year progress of president’s initiative
Chad Chad government assesses two-year progress of president’s agenda A technical validation workshop for the biennial report assessing the head of state’s political program was held in N’Djaména from June
Read MoreGabon joins un executive board after decade-long absence
Gabon secured a significant diplomatic milestone on June 2, 2026, when it was elected as one of 21 vice-presidents of the United Nations General Assembly. This marks the country’s triumphant
Read MoreStrengthening Burkina Faso-Benin ties focus on security and economy
West Africa Strengthening Burkina Faso–Bénin ties: security and economy take center stage High-level talks in Ouagadougou underscore joint efforts to combat terrorism and boost trade through key infrastructure. — 1
Read MoreDeadly mine blast on Mali’s Bamako-kayes route claims lives
ATTAQUE deadly mine blast on Mali’s Bamako-kayes route claims lives An explosive device detonated on the vital Bamako-Kayes highway, leading to the tragic deaths of eight individuals and injuring 42
Read MoreSonko criticizes faye after cabinet reshuffle amid political tensions
After his unexpected removal from the government and the formation of a new administration devoid of representatives from his party, PASTEF, political leader Ousmane Sonko has broken his silence. Addressing
Read MoreOusmane sonko rejects government participation without influence
In a press briefing that sparked immediate reactions, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Patriots Party (PASTEF), exposed the deep rifts that emerged during negotiations before the new government’s formation. His
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