Month: May 2026

During the Council of Ministers meeting held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye issued a series of decisive directives to the government, led by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The head of state outlined a clear roadmap, encompassing national dialogue, monitoring public sector performance, civil registration management, and ensuring access to water, thereby imposing a strong imperative for results on the executive. Early in his address, the President revisited the upcoming National Dialogue Day, scheduled for May 28. Acknowledging the prevailing religious context, he announced a pivot from…

Mali : le fils de l’opposant Mountaga Tall disparaît après l’enlèvement de son père Actus. L’inquiétude grandit au Mali autour de la disparition de l’opposant et avocat Mountaga Tall et de son fils aîné, Cheick Mamadou Tall. Dans un communiqué transmis à l’AFP, leurs avocats réclament leur libération et dénoncent des actes « illégaux » dans un contexte de fortes tensions politiques sous le régime militaire au pouvoir. Publié le 21/05/2026 à 08h49 – Par La Rédaction Africa Radio avec AFP Envie d’afficher votre publicité ? Contactez-nous Une seconde disparition…

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has issued a direct mandate to all relevant ministerial departments, urging them to implement comprehensive measures for flood prevention before the onset of the upcoming rainy season in Sénégal. During a pivotal Council of Ministers meeting held this Wednesday, the head of government delivered firm directives aimed at significantly enhancing the nation’s preparedness and proactive response to the anticipated challenges of the wet season. Government spokesperson Marie Rose Faye underscored the immediate necessity of deploying several critical, urgent actions without delay. The Prime Minister further emphasized…

The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has sounded the alarm over the deteriorating state of the country’s markets during a recent cabinet meeting. Addressing the Council of Ministers, he highlighted that most commercial facilities, dating back to the 1970s, are plagued by severe dilapidation and pose significant safety hazards. The government leader cited alarming data: between 2013 and 2024, no fewer than 53 markets experienced one or more fires, exposing the vulnerabilities of the sector. His assessment uncovered multifaceted challenges spanning technical, infrastructural, organizational, environmental, and sanitary domains. PROMOGEM…

Government mobilizes against seasonal flooding in Senegal Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko chaired a critical ministerial session this week to strengthen Senegal’s defenses against recurrent flooding. During the meeting, he highlighted the urgent need for coordinated action across government agencies to mitigate risks before the rainy season intensifies. Sonko praised the proactive measures already underway by the Ministry of Water and Sanitation, including drainage system cleaning, inspection of flood control infrastructure, and deployment of emergency pumps. However, he stressed that these efforts must be reinforced with tighter inter-ministerial collaboration, particularly between…

Senegal’s U17 team secures quarterfinal spot and FIFA World Cup qualification The Senegal U17 national team has made history by securing their place in the quarterfinals of the CAF U17 Nations Cup following a hard-fought victory over Algeria in the group stage. This milestone achievement comes with an additional honor—the team’s qualification for the upcoming FIFA U17 World Cup, a first for Senegal in recent years. Triumph in the group stage paves the way for World Cup dreams The Lionceaux—the young Lions—delivered a commanding performance against Algeria, clinching the three…

The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has outlined bold new initiatives to modernise public markets, boost agricultural productivity and accelerate the digital transformation of government services. With a 57.5 billion FCFA investment package, his administration is pushing for greater efficiency in governance and tighter coordination across all sectors.

Government’s urgent call to curb flood risks ahead of Senegal’s rainy season Dakar — In a decisive move to fortify Senegal against seasonal flooding, the Prime Minister has issued a stern directive to key government ministries to implement critical preventive measures before the onset of the rainy season. During Wednesday’s cabinet meeting, the Prime Minister outlined precise instructions to ministers responsible for flood prevention, emphasizing the need for immediate action. According to the government spokesperson, Marie Rose Faye, the directives included updating and validating all municipal emergency plans, ensuring early…