Sénégal, war in the Middle East and FIFA World Cup 2026

This week’s agenda examines the political developments in Senegal, where President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is navigating a critical phase of his mandate following the dissolution of a constitutional reform by the Constitutional Council and the launch of a new presidential party. With the opposition watching closely and public opinion divided, will his strategy succeed in consolidating support across the nation?

Meanwhile, tensions in the Middle East are escalating once again, with Iran at the center of renewed confrontations. Following a fresh wave of airstrikes and retaliatory measures, former U.S. President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire “over,” dismissing negotiations with Tehran as a “waste of time.” His remarks raise concerns about the potential for further military escalation in the region. Is the world on the brink of another major conflict?

Each week, a panel of African journalists and analysts dissects the most pressing issues shaping the continent and the world.

The discussion features contributions from:

• Wuldath Mama, Beninese journalist specializing in international affairs
• Eric Topona, Chadian journalist with Deutsche Welle’s Francophone Africa desk
• François Hiondi Nkam, senior reporter and head of the Economy desk at Cameroon’s Le Jour newspaper