Author: Ousmane Tandja

L’histoire politique de la République démocratique du Congo nous a souvent montré des scénarios répétitifs et dramatiques : à chaque appel à la contestation, Kinshasa retient son souffle sous les gaz lacrymogènes, les balles réelles et la menace des pillages. Mais l’opération “Ville morte” du 3 juin 2026 a brisé ce cycle. Au-delà des divisions partisanes et des calculs politiques, un fait remarquable s’impose : la non-violence a prévalu, marquant une étape importante dans la maturation de notre démocratie. Aucun mort, aucun blessé, aucun acte de vandalisme. Cette absence de…

Ousmane Sonko seized the platform of the PASTEF congress at the Dakar Arena to declare an end to the era of unchecked rhetoric within his movement. He unveiled a sweeping overhaul of the party’s foundational approach, signaling a decisive shift toward disciplined, institutionally respectful engagement in Senegal’s political landscape. Purging divisive language from political discourse With a firm tone, the PASTEF leader condemned the use of insults, mockery, and derogatory labels, declaring such tactics incompatible with the party’s identity. “Mockery, nicknames, and insults must no longer define PASTEF,” he declared.…

The political landscape in Senegal is experiencing seismic shifts following a charged congress of the Pastef party in Dakar. Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko delivered a powerful message to the nation, signaling an era of intensified political competition. The event, held on June 2, 2026, drew widespread attention as Sonko asserted his party’s readiness to challenge the status quo. sonko’s bold declaration at the pastef gathering During the congress, Sonko minced no words, declaring that Senegal would “tremble” under the weight of the changes his party intends to bring. His speech,…

Barely two years into their leadership, the once-united duo of Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko finds themselves at a crossroads. Tensions that had simmered beneath the surface finally boiled over, leading the President to dismiss his Prime Minister. This weekend, Ousmane Sonko reclaimed the helm of the Pastef party during its first congress since its inception—a move that signals a dramatic realignment in Senegal’s political landscape. What sparked the rift? The partnership between Diomaye and Sonko, once seen as a driving force for change, fractured under growing disagreements. While…