Senegal electoral code reform: clearer rules on candidate ineligibility unveiled

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye signs landmark electoral reform bill On 12 May 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye officially enacted Law No. 2026-10, a sweeping revision of the nation’s Electoral Code. The legislation, adopted five days earlier by the National Assembly with a three-fifths majority, addresses a long-standing demand to tighten and clarify the conditions under which individuals may be barred from running for office. Published in a special edition of the Official Gazette on 15 May 2026, the law bears the signature of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and marks…

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West Africa prioritizes gender-inclusive green economy at ECOWAS Abidjan summit

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) initiated a pivotal regional workshop in Abidjan on Friday, May 15, 2026. This two-day gathering brought together leading experts, regional institutions, and technical partners to address the critical nexus of gender, climate change, and the burgeoning green economy, focusing on West Africa’s ecological transition challenges. Organized by the ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (ECGD), with crucial support from UN Women, the discussions centered on the theme: “Gender-sensitive climate action and green transitions in West Africa.” The primary objective was to establish the…

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A prominent figure’s arrest in Senegal amidst homosexuality investigation

A legal matter has stirred considerable public interest across Senegal following the apprehension of 51-year-old Matar Ndiaga Seck. He is widely identified by local media outlets as a political figure with connections to influential government circles. The arrest was executed by the Division of Criminal Investigations (DIC), acting on a search warrant originally issued by law enforcement authorities in Linguère, located in the northern region of the nation. Sources with direct knowledge of the case, as reported by the local press, suggest that this arrest is part of a broader…

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Ligue 1 final day: champions league dreams and relegation battle intensify

Ligue 1 final day: champions league dreams and relegation battle intensify The 34th and final matchday of France’s Ligue 1 football season is scheduled for Sunday, May 17, 2026. From securing a coveted spot in the Champions League to battling to avoid the relegation playoff, we delve into the critical stakes of this decisive championship day. While Paris Saint-Germain, having clinched their fourteenth French championship title on Wednesday, prepares for a derby against Paris FC at Jean-Bouin, Sunday’s Ligue 1 finale on May 17 promises high drama. Numerous uncertainties persist,…

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Mali’s military regime faces deepening crisis amidst escalating insecurity

AccueilMondeMali : Assimi Goïta face à l’échec de la fuite en avant… MondeNotre sélection Mali : Assimi Goïta face à l’échec de la fuite en avant militaire Par : La Rédaction samedi 16 mai 2026 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp Les mercenaires d’Africa Corps missionnés pour protéger le régime militaire malien. Crédit photo : DR Même catégorie Monde Proche-Orient : l’incendie sans fin Entre guerre avec l’Iran, tractations sino-américaines et paralysie diplomatique,… 360° Tunisie : la suspension des jeunes médecins ravive les inquiétudes sur l’espace civique La décision de suspendre pour 30 jours les…

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Mali’s unfolding security crisis after french military departure

Amidst the vast, arid expanse of the Sahel, where conflicts often unfold beyond international scrutiny, Mali is confronting a harsh reality. The nation is now experiencing the severe repercussions of disengaging from key partners who previously stood on the front lines against escalating instability. The recent surge in violence and attacks across the country is neither accidental nor an act of fate. Instead, these incidents represent the foreseeable consequences of a significant political shift, one championed as an assertion of national sovereignty. This proclaimed independence, frequently bolstered by strong anti-French…

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Un condemns deadly terrorist attacks in Mali

United Nations Security Council takes strong stance against recent violence in Mali The United Nations Security Council has issued a sharp condemnation of the brutal terrorist assaults carried out by Al-Qaïda-linked militants across Mali since April 25, demanding swift justice for those responsible. In an official statement released Friday, the Council emphasized the urgent need to hold accountable not only the direct perpetrators but also those who orchestrated, financed, or supported these heinous acts of violence. The West African nation has been grappling with escalating instability following the April 25-26…

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Sénégal secures 1311 billion FCFA from UEMOA market amid international financing challenges

Facing restricted access to eurobonds following the disclosure of its 2024 budget revisions, Sénégal has increasingly relied on the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) public securities market as its primary funding source. Over the initial four months of the fiscal year, the Senegalese Public Treasury successfully raised an impressive 1311.3 billion FCFA. This substantial volume highlights both the significant demand for budgetary coverage and Dakar’s strategic pivot towards regional investors, a move necessitated by persistent unfavorable pressure from rating agencies on the nation’s sovereign credit. Strategic pivot to…

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Arsenal vs burnley: premier league clash preview, lineups, and odds

With the Premier League title within grasp, Arsenal must approach every remaining fixture with unwavering focus. While last Sunday’s narrow 1-0 victory at West Ham United undoubtedly cleared a significant hurdle, the Gunners now prepare for their final home game of the season against a Burnley side playing solely for pride. This Monday evening encounter, kicking off at 9:00 PM French time, is a pivotal moment for Arsenal. They aim to establish, at least temporarily, a five-point lead over Manchester City before their rivals visit Bournemouth the following day. All…

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Algeria and Chad advance energy and infrastructure projects with landmark agreements

Algeria and Chad have taken a decisive step forward in their strategic partnership this week, formalizing two key agreements focused on public works and energy during reciprocal visits between N’Djamena and Algiers. The aim is to expedite commitments made earlier this year while reinforcing South-South cooperation. Infrastructure cooperation gains momentum In N’Djamena, Algeria’s Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djellaoui, and Chad’s Minister of Infrastructure, Desenclavement, and Road Maintenance, Amir Idriss Kourda, signed an agreement to streamline joint infrastructure projects. The signing occurred during the second day of…

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Protests erupt over green city project at lac rose near Dakar

In a dramatic turn of events near Senegal’s capital, residents and environmental advocates are rallying against a high-end real estate project that threatens the fragile ecosystem of Lac Rose. The proposed «green city» development, which includes luxury villas and studios, has sparked fierce opposition from local communities who argue the project will devastate their livelihoods and the natural landscape. local voices sound alarm over ecological risks Ibrahima Mbaye, president of the Arr Lac Rose collective, is leading the charge against the project. «This so-called green city is nothing more than…

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National assembly president el malick ndiaye reaffirms pastef unity amid sonko resignation claims

An internal gathering of the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party recently sparked intense discussion following unconfirmed reports regarding the potential resignation of Ousmane Sonko. Responding to these swirling rumors, El Malick Ndiaye, who presides over the National Assembly, delivered a powerful message across social media platforms, emphasizing the party’s unwavering unity and resolve. El Malick Ndiaye, a prominent figure within the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party and the current President of the National Assembly, shared his reflections on social media after participating in a recent internal working session. His public statement, notably titled “The…

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