After months of rising tensions, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of the Sénégal took decisive action on May 22 by dismissing his former ally and Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko. The abrupt

A significant political development is reshaping the landscape in Senegal following the resignation of National Assembly President El Malick Ndiaye on Sunday. This departure could potentially clear the path for

Après la rupture, quelles perspectives pour Ousmane Sonko et Bassirou Diomaye Faye? Lire uniquement le texte pour utiliser moins de données Crédit photo, Getty Images Article Information Author, Ousmane Badiane

    Just hours following his official investiture as Bénin’s new head of state, President Romuald Wadagni has presented the roster of his inaugural government. This new administration, comprising 22

Political split in Senegal: why Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko parted ways After barely two years in power, Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has made a decisive move by dissolving

Senegal’s political split: understanding the sonko-faye dynamics A significant political divergence has emerged in Senegal, marking a noticeable shift in the nation’s leadership. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his Prime

Senegal’s political upheaval: the inevitable split between sonko and diomaye In Senegal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye formally dismissed his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, on Friday, May 22, solidifying a political

Senegal political shakeup: Malick Ndiaye steps down as National Assembly president RP Sun, May 24, 2026 at 6:55 PM UTC Political circles in Dakar are buzzing today following the unexpected

For months, a palpable shift has been evident in Dakar, from bustling newsrooms and ministerial offices to vibrant popular neighborhoods: the powerful alliance that propelled Senegal’s opposition to power was

In a period of significant challenges for the West African nation, Assimi Goïta stands as a pivotal figure in Mali’s political landscape. As the head of state, his leadership is

Behind the terse official statement lies a seismic political rupture at the heart of Senegal’s highest echelons of power. Barely two years after their historic 2024 victory, the duo that

The political climate in Senegal has grown increasingly tense regarding LGBTQ+ rights. In a bold statement delivered to lawmakers, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko categorically rejected what he described as Western