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New travel restrictions for top officials under Ousmane Sonko’s watch
New travel restrictions for top officials under Ousmane Sonko’s watch Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is tightening the reins on public officials’ international travel, introducing strict measures to curb excessive administrative
Read MoreWest african leaders green economy gender program endorsed
Abidjan recently hosted a pivotal gathering where regional leaders finalized a groundbreaking initiative linking gender equality, climate resilience, and a sustainable green economy. The event, held on May 15-16 at
Read MoreTchad to host african water forum in 2026
N’Djamena is set to become the epicenter of continental water discussions next year, as the African Water Forum takes center stage on July 15 and 16, 2026. The high-profile event
Read MoreOusmane Sonko confirmed as sole candidate for pastef presidency ahead of 2026 congress
The Patriotes africains du Sénégal pour le travail, l’éthique et la fraternité (Pastef) has set its sights on a pivotal moment with its first-ever elective national congress scheduled for June
Read MoreNigerian army blames boko haram for mass school kidnappings in oyo state
Security forces identify jihadist group behind recent abductions Nigerian military authorities have confirmed that armed assailants linked to Boko Haram carried out a series of coordinated kidnappings targeting students and
Read MoreSenegal’s political duality: Faye and Sonko’s contrasting agendas
The political landscape in Senegal this week is marked by a delicate balancing act at the highest level of government, as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko
Read MoreAfrican economy builders honor ivory coast for agricultural policies
Abidjan — The African Economy Builders platform has unveiled its prestigious awards to mark its 20th anniversary, recognizing African nations for their groundbreaking public policies and sectoral excellence that have
Read MoreSenegal’s tough stance on homosexuality amid global scrutiny
Senegal’s tough stance on homosexuality amid global scrutiny Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again reiterated the government’s commitment to tightening laws against homosexuality, emphasizing the need for strict
Read MoreOusmane Sonko reaffirms firm stance on Senegal’s anti-homosexuality laws
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has reiterated the Senegalese government’s commitment to strengthening legislation concerning homosexuality, emphasizing the critical need for strict enforcement of these statutes. Amidst international criticism, he firmly
Read MoreFinadev Tchad liquidation by cobac shakes N’Djamena’s microfinance sector
The Central African Banking Commission (COBAC) has revoked the operating license of Financial Development Tchad (FINADEV Tchad S.A.), a microfinance institution in Chad, placing it into liquidation. An official statement
Read MoreBoko haram linked to child abductions in southern nigerian states
Nigerian military authorities have directly implicated Boko Haram in the abduction of children from communities in the country’s southern regions. The announcement follows a series of coordinated attacks that left
Read MoreIslamic state in the Sahel: enduring influence in northern Mali despite JNIM focus
The Islamic State’s Sahel Province keeps a firm grip on Mali’s northeast, despite increasing attention on the JNIM. The Gao and Ménaka regions, particularly the Ansongo district and the so-called
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