Day: August 11, 2026

Senegal assembly rejects seven presidential bills from bassirou diomaye faye

Ousmane Tandja

The National Assembly of the Sénégal convened its first extraordinary session yesterday, marking a pivotal moment in the legislative agenda. During the opening proceedings, the Assembly’s president, Ousmane Sonko, announced the receipt of seven draft laws submitted by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. However, these initiatives will not be included in the current session’s agenda. Draft laws blocked from debate The seven draft laws submitted by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye cover a range of international agreements and conventions. Among them are proposals for ratifying the Marrakech Treaty to improve access to…

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Mali: surge in violence displaces nearly 40 000 people from north and center

Ousmane Tandja

Mali: surge in violence displaces nearly 40 000 people from north and center Violent clashes and airstrikes have forced tens of thousands of Malians to abandon their homes since late April. Gao and Ménaka are now sheltering a significant share of the displaced. Northern and central Mali are experiencing a fresh wave of conflict, leaving nearly 40 000 civilians displaced since late April. Humanitarian and security sources report that over 15 000 families have sought refuge in Gao and Ménaka, two key northern cities. Local officials in Gao alone have…

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Côte d’Ivoire: shifting power dynamics in the ppa-ci ahead of gbagbo era

Aïcha Abdou

The Ivorian political landscape is witnessing a significant reshuffle within the ranks of the Parti populaire africain de Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI). Five prominent figures have been entrusted with key responsibilities previously held by former President Laurent Gbagbo, signaling a deliberate move to restructure party leadership. This strategic reallocation of authority is seen by analysts as a calculated step to stabilize the party’s future, especially in the context of the evolving post-Gbagbo era. While the reasons behind these changes remain subject to interpretation, observers suggest they may lay the groundwork for…

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Transparency in Senegal parliament leaders declare assets

Aïcha Abdou

Senator Ousmane Sonko leads declaration of assets for Senegal parliament leaders The President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has fulfilled the mandatory asset declaration requirement applicable to senior public officials. According to the official roster issued by the National Office for the Fight Against Corruption (OFNAC), the Speaker of Parliament is among those who have formally submitted their declarations. The move underscores the ongoing commitment to financial transparency and oversight of high-level public officeholders. Multiple parliamentary leaders comply with disclosure rules Several key figures within the National Assembly have…

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Will mahamat idriss déby’s pardon ease Tchad’s political tensions?

Aïcha Abdou

Tchad: can presidential clemency pave the way for political calm? As Chad celebrates its 66th Independence Day, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has declared his intention to exercise his constitutional pardon power. While the identities of those set to benefit remain undisclosed, the announcement has sparked intense speculation about the fate of prominent opposition figures, including former Prime Minister Succès Masra. In a national address marking the occasion, the head of state framed his decision within a broader narrative of national unity and reconciliation. The practical impact of this gesture…

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Deadly ebola outbreak in democratic republic of Congo claims over 2,000 lives

Ousmane Tandja

Deadly Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo claims over 2,000 lives Gavin Blackburn The Ebola outbreak ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed the lives of more than 2,011 people this year, according to the latest official figures, raising fears it could become the country’s most devastating epidemic on record. Government data released late Tuesday evening revealed a total of 4,381 confirmed cases. While the first 1,000 deaths took nearly nine weeks to accumulate, the second thousand were recorded in just three weeks—a stark indication that the health…

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Senegal’s new constitutional council president sworn in after historic vacancy

Aïcha Abdou

Ousmane Diagne takes the helm of Senegal’s Constitutional Council In a solemn ceremony, Ousmane Diagne has been officially installed as the new president of Senegal’s Constitutional Council, following a decree by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. His appointment comes after a prolonged period of institutional vacancy triggered by the untimely demise of his predecessor, Mamadou Badio Camara, in April 2025. On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, a high-profile swearing-in ceremony marked the formal induction of Ousmane Diagne as the Constitutional Council’s president. His elevation to this pivotal role was formalized through presidential…

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South african court delays Kémi Séba extradition hearing amid power outage

Ousmane Tandja

An unexpected infrastructure failure disrupted judicial proceedings in Pretoria on Wednesday, as a sudden power outage in the detention facility prevented the scheduled hearing for activist Kémi Séba from taking place. The blackout halted the secure extraction and transfer of the detainee to the courtroom, forcing the presiding judge to postpone the session at short notice. Without reliable electricity, prison authorities were unable to operate automated gates, biometric verification systems, or backup protocols essential for safely moving inmates. Technical breakdown halts legal process South Africa’s recurring power supply challenges—commonly referred…

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DIRECT. L’OL obligé de battre le Sparta Prague pour rêver de Ligue des champions, suivez le match en live

Aïcha Abdou

12h30 : À lire avant ce match, cet article pour comprendre tous les enjeux : Sans filet, l’OL doit renverser le Sparta pour déjà éviter l’échec et la tension 12h : Bonjour et bienvenue pour suivre ce match retour décisif entre l’OL et le Sparta Prague ! À l’aller, l’Olympique lyonnais s’était incliné 2-1 à Prague et doit donc tout faire pour renverser la situation au Groupama Stadium, sous peine de dire adieu à la compétition européenne. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Senegal’s special funds controversy under Sonko’s premiership

Aïcha Abdou

During a recent television appearance, former Senegalese minister Aly Ngouille Ndiaye made striking revelations about the allocation of special funds during Ousmane Sonko‘s tenure as Prime Minister. According to Ndiaye, Sonko was the first head of government to receive these controversial funds, which sparked intense public debate. “He was the first Prime Minister to benefit from these special funds. I was never Prime Minister, but some former colleagues are listening, and among them, only Boun Abdallah Dionne—may he rest in peace—did not have access to these funds,” Ndiaye stated. He…

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Ebola in democratic republic of Congo surpasses 2,000 deaths

Ousmane Tandja

ebola in democratic republic of Congo surpasses 2,000 deaths The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now claimed more than 2,000 lives, according to the latest official figures released this week. The outbreak, which continues to spread across multiple provinces in the eastern and northeastern regions, has already become the deadliest in the country’s recorded history. More than 4,300 confirmed cases reported The outbreak has resulted in 2,011 fatalities out of 4,381 confirmed cases, as confirmed by health authorities this week. The mortality rate stands at a…

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Ebola outbreak in DRC surpasses 2,000 deaths

Aïcha Abdou

Ebola outbreak in DRC surpasses 2,000 deaths The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has now claimed over 2,000 lives, marking a grim milestone as the crisis intensifies. Health officials warn this surge is drawing closer to the country’s deadliest recorded epidemic, which occurred between 2018 and 2020. The DRC declared its 17th Ebola outbreak on May 15, months behind schedule, and it has since grown into the most severe health emergency of its kind in the nation’s history. Sania Nishtar, CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine…

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