Month: July 2026

Senegal’s constitutional council blocks pastef reforms, Sonko’s position weakens

Aïcha Abdou

Politics Senegal’s constitutional council blocks pastef reforms, Sonko’s position weakens July 10, 2026 A major setback for Ousmane Sonko as Senegal’s top court strikes down a key institutional reform backed by his party. Constitutional council delivers a stinging rebuke The Senegalese Constitutional Council has struck down a sweeping institutional reform proposed by the ruling Pastef party, dealing a significant blow to Ousmane Sonko’s political agenda. The Council ruled the reform unconstitutional, citing two critical irregularities: the absence of a funding mechanism for the proposed Constitutional Court and procedural violations during…

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Senegal political crisis as constitutional council blocks pastef reforms

Aïcha Abdou

PoliticsSenegal Senegal political crisis as constitutional council blocks pastef reforms The constitutional council has dealt a significant blow to the reform plans of the ruling Pastef party, intensifying tensions between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko. Constitutional council rejects pastef-led constitutional reform Senegal’s Constitutional Council has struck down the ambitious institutional reform bill spearheaded by the ruling Pastef party’s parliamentary majority. The council ruled the proposed amendments unconstitutional, dealing a major setback to the party’s reform agenda. The reform, which aimed to rebalance institutional powers, was passed by the…

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L’ASM défie le PSG pour le compte du match aller des barrages de la Ligue des champions. Dans ce duel 100 % français,…

Ousmane Tandja

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Ivorian president hails record financial mobilisation for 2026-2030 development plan

Ousmane Tandja

The President of Côte d’Ivoire, Alassane Ouattara, expressed his satisfaction today following the unprecedented financial mobilisation achieved for the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030. This milestone reflects the international community’s strong confidence in the country’s economic stability and forward-looking strategies. The announcement came at the close of the Consultative Group meeting held in Abidjan on July 8 and 9, 2026, bringing together over 2,000 investors from 49 countries. The gathering included high-level representatives from financial institutions, investment funds, banks, business associations, public and private enterprises, and key development partners. The…

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Côte d’Ivoire secures $80 billion in funding for 2026-2030 development plan

Aïcha Abdou

Côte d’Ivoire secures $80 billion in funding for 2026-2030 development plan President Alassane Ouattara expressed his satisfaction with the unprecedented financial mobilization achieved during the Group Consultatif meeting for the National Development Plan (NDP) 2026-2030. The event concluded with commitments totaling 80 billion US dollars, equivalent to 47,820 billion F CFA—nearly four times the initial target of 11,138.2 billion F CFA. The two-day gathering, held in Abidjan on July 8 and 9, 2026, brought together over 2,000 investors from 49 countries. High-level representatives included financial institutions, investment funds, banks, business…

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Abidjan hosts record-breaking investment pledges for Côte d’Ivoire’s ambitious development plan

Aïcha Abdou

President Alassane Ouattara conveyed his immense satisfaction this Friday, July 10, 2026, following the remarkable success of the Consultative Group meeting focused on financing the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030. “I commend this achievement, which underscores the international community’s confidence in Côte d’Ivoire, the robustness of its economic fundamentals, and the credibility of its development strategy and future prospects,” President Ouattara declared. His remarks came at the conclusion of the two-day gathering, held on July 8 and 9, 2026, in Abidjan. The event attracted over 2,000 investors from 49 nations,…

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Two african capitals, two contrasting paths to constitutional governance

Ousmane Tandja

Senegal and Togo showcase opposing visions of constitutional authority The constitutional landscapes of Dakar and Lomé today reflect two fundamentally different approaches to the rule of law. Recent legal rulings in both capitals have once again exposed how deeply these nations diverge in their interpretation of institutional authority. In Dakar, the Constitutional Council has firmly upheld the supremacy of the constitution, even when facing pressure from a newly elected majority. Meanwhile, in Lomé, the Constitutional Court’s rulings have raised concerns that it may be functioning more as an extension of…

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Lomé hosts Togo-Congo consultations on african peace and security

Aïcha Abdou

The vibrant diplomatic scene continues in Lomé, underscoring Togo’s pivotal role in addressing continental crises. Constant-Serge Bounda, the Republic of Congo’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francophonie, and Congolese Abroad, conducted an official mission to the Togolese capital. During his visit, he was granted an audience with President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé on Thursday, July 9, 2026. This high-level engagement represents a continuation of the regular consultations held between Lomé and Brazzaville. Discussions primarily centered on strategies for preventing and resolving conflicts, alongside fostering stability across various African sub-regions. A pan-African alliance…

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Sonko mourns passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké in Senegal

Ousmane Tandja

Senegal’s National Assembly President Pays Tribute to Religious Leader The President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has conveyed his heartfelt condolences following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo. The respected religious figure passed away on July 9, 2026. In a Facebook post, Sonko expressed his deep sorrow over the loss, honoring Mbacké’s legacy and offering his sympathies to the deceased’s family, the Mouride community’s general Khalife, and the people of Senegal. « The news of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké’s…

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Senegal mourns loss of serigne abdou bakhi mbacke

Ousmane Tandja

The President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, conveyed his deepest condolences following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the spiritual leader of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, on Thursday, July 9, 2026. In a heartfelt message shared on his official Facebook page, Sonko honoured the memory of the revered religious figure, extending his sympathies to the deceased’s family, the General Khalife of the Mouride Brotherhood, and the entire Senegalese people. « I was deeply moved and saddened to learn of the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké,»…

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Sonko mourns passing of serigne abdou bakhi mbacké in Senegal

Ousmane Tandja

In a heartfelt tribute, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly of Senegal, has conveyed his deepest condolences following the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the revered Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo. The announcement, made on a social platform, underscored the profound loss felt across the nation. Sonko expressed his sorrow in a poignant message, paying homage to the spiritual leader’s legacy and extending his sympathies to the bereaved family, the Khalife of the Mouride Brotherhood, and the people of Senegal. « I was deeply moved…

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Ousmane sonko mourns loss of serigne abdou bakhi mbacké in Senegal

Aïcha Abdou

In a poignant message shared online, Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal’s National Assembly, conveyed his deepest sorrow upon learning of the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the revered Khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo. The announcement came on Thursday, July 9, 2026, marking the loss of a prominent religious leader whose influence extended far beyond the borders of his spiritual community. Heartfelt tributes from a national leader Taking to his official platform, Ousmane Sonko reflected on the profound impact Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké had on those who…

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