Author: Ousmane Tandja

Monde en vidéo Mali: colonel assimi goïta sworn in as transitional president Info Colonel Assimi Goïta, the 37-year-old officer who orchestrated two coups within a nine-month period, has formally taken the oath as Mali’s transitional president. This significant investiture provides an opportunity for him to address and alleviate concerns regarding his leadership and future intentions, both domestically and across West Africa. By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

The complete address delivered by Ousmane Sonko, the President of the National Assembly, entirely in Wolof, is now fully accessible. This comprehensive discourse from President Sonko, presented in the Wolof language, offers a full insight into his legislative statements. By Ousmane Tandja — Senior correspondent

Following his removal as Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko has called for constructive dialogue to steer the country clear of political instability. As the newly appointed government under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye faces scrutiny, Sonko emphasizes the importance of open discussions to safeguard national stability. Tensions rise as Sonko criticizes the new government Sonko, leader of the ruling party and head of the Pastef movement, declared that his supporters would back the government while urging President Faye to engage in meaningful talks. The reshuffle came after irreconcilable differences over…

In a striking display of defiance, opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has sharply criticized the nation’s new Prime Minister Al Aminou Lo, cautioning him against overstepping his role in the current political climate. Speaking to journalists this week, Sonko made it clear he disapproves of recent remarks made by his successor, positioning himself as a voice of restraint despite simmering tensions. The former head of government urged the new Prime Minister to remain within the boundaries of his expertise. « I advise him to stick to the numbers. He claims to…

In Senegal, former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has publicly explained the decision of his party, Pastef, to decline participation in the newly formed government announced on June 2 by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s administration. Speaking to the media in Dakar, Sonko outlined the core disagreements that made collaboration impossible. These centered on fundamental policy priorities and the allocation of key ministerial positions. Despite extensive discussions, he said, the government’s responses failed to provide the necessary assurances on critical issues such as debt management, judicial reform, and transparency in public finances.…

Senegal: Ousmane Sonko explains why Pastef refuses to join new government Ousmane Sonko, former Prime Minister of Senegal, addressed the press in Dakar on June 2 to explain why his party, Pastef, declined an invitation to join the newly formed government under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Sonko highlighted deep disagreements over key policy priorities, including judicial reform, financial transparency, and renegotiation of strategic contracts. According to his account, discussions with the president failed to yield satisfactory commitments, particularly regarding debt management strategies. “The president acknowledged no concrete agreements with the…

The Kingdom of Morocco is reinforcing its commitment to humanitarian action as a central pillar of its foreign policy and African cooperation, guided by the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, as highlighted by Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi during a public session of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (AU CPS). Speaking at the AU CPS meeting on refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and humanitarian assistance in Africa, Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the AU and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) emphasized that the country, under…

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