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The Secretary-General of Senegal’s National Assembly has officially disclosed Order No. 192, signed by President Ousmane Sonko, convening an extraordinary session on Monday, August 10, 2026. The session, set to commence at 10:00 AM, will adhere strictly to the agenda outlined in accordance with Article 63 of the Constitution and Article 7 of the Assembly’s Internal Regulations. Key legislative proposals on the agenda During this session, deputies of the 15th Legislature will deliberate on five critical legislative texts: Bill No. 15/2026: Proposal to revise the Labour Code, aiming to modernize…

Cholera outbreak in Chad claims 13 lives with over 230 confirmed cases The public health crisis unfolds as Chad battles a rapidly spreading cholera epidemic. Health authorities report 13 fatalities and 239 confirmed cases, with vaccination efforts already underway. Deadly surge of cholera Chad is grappling with a severe cholera outbreak that has already claimed 13 lives since mid-June. The Ministry of Public Health has confirmed 239 cases, primarily concentrated in Hadjer Lamis province and the capital city, N’Djamena. Authorities declared the outbreak on July 24, following initial reports of…

Patrice Talon elected leader of Benin’s historic first senate Just four months after stepping down as President of Benin, Patrice Talon has been elected to lead the country’s newly established Senate—the first of its kind in the nation’s history. This groundbreaking institution was created through the 2025 constitutional reform aimed at strengthening Benin’s political framework. Patrice Talon secures overwhelming support in Senate election In a decisive vote held on August 6, Patrice Talon was elected Senate President with 24 out of 25 votes, with only one blank ballot cast. The…

The political landscape in Togo has reached a critical juncture following a landmark ruling by the ECOWAS Court of Justice, which declared the country’s 2024 constitutional amendment an unconstitutional government change. In early August 2026, a coalition of 43 civil society organizations—both local and pan-African—urged the ECOWAS Commission and the African Union to impose immediate coercive measures against Lomé‘s ruling authorities. Civil society unites against constitutional manipulation The collective condemnation comes in response to the contentious constitutional reform passed by President Faure Gnassingbé‘s administration in May 2024. This reform shifted…

The partnership between Dakar and the World Bank has reached a new milestone. During a meeting on August 5 with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Ousmane Diagana, Vice President of the institution for West and Central Africa, unveiled a 340 billion CFA francs package—equivalent to approximately $598.4 million—earmarked to bolster Senegal’s key economic sectors. This move underscores the World Bank’s renewed confidence in the reforms spearheaded by the country’s new leadership. Funding to fast-track national priorities This financial injection targets critical projects across agriculture, transportation, and resilience programs tailored for youth…

On Thursday, August 6, 2026, senators in Benin convened in Porto-Novo to elect the inaugural leadership of the upper house of Parliament. Patrice Talon has been chosen to lead the Senate as its president, with Louis Vlavonou, Alassane Séidou, and Adidjatou Mathys selected to support key governance roles. The establishment of this first Bureau represents a landmark moment for the Senate, which will now be fully operational under the Constitution. The chamber is responsible for overseeing legislative activities, ensuring institutional efficiency, and upholding parliamentary procedures. Patrice Talon will preside over…

The cholera outbreak sweeping across Chad has claimed 13 lives since July, according to the latest figures released by health authorities. The disease has so far infected 239 people in the landlocked nation of Central Africa, home to approximately 21 million inhabitants. N’Djamena, the country’s capital, and the Hadjer Lamis province in the north are the two regions most severely affected by the outbreak. Health officials declared the epidemic on July 24, following the first confirmed deaths on June 13. Since then, efforts have been intensified to curb the spread…

UEFA Champions League referee named for Lyon-Sparta Prague showdown Polish whistleblower Szymon Marciniak will officiate the crucial second leg of the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round between Olympique Lyonnais and Sparta Prague at Groupama Stadium on Tuesday evening. – Kickoff scheduled for 9 PM local time Following last week’s narrow 2-1 defeat in Prague, Paulo Fonseca’s Lyon side face a mathematical challenge: overcome the deficit with a two-goal margin to avoid heart-stopping extra time or an early exit. UEFA has opted for certainty by assigning one of football’s most…

The Bénin Senate has inaugurated its first-ever leadership structure, marking a pivotal moment in the institution’s constitutional establishment. In a decisive session held on August 6, 2026, in Porto-Novo, the newly elected senators cast their votes to appoint key officials tasked with overseeing the upper chamber of Parliament. Senate leadership takes shape Following a transparent voting process, Patrice Talon was elected as President of the Senate, a role that places him at the helm of the chamber’s legislative agenda. Talon will be responsible for guiding the Senate’s activities and ensuring…

Ryanair expands winter routes in Morocco with 17 new flights, Rabat secures seven August 6, 2026 – 4:00 PM – Morocco This winter, Ryanair is set to launch its largest-ever flight program in Morocco, introducing 17 new routes, seven of which will originate from Rabat, totaling 5.3 million available seats. Come winter 2026, Ryanair will operate 156 routes connecting the Kingdom to 14 European destinations. Rabat stands out as the biggest winner of the announced openings, followed by Marrakech and Agadir, each gaining five new connections. The specific European cities…

Sénégal: lenders regain confidence with new funding amid political shifts Aldiouma Sow, a presidential adviser, has highlighted the significance of two major funding agreements: 340 billion FCFA from the World Bank and 20 billion FCFA from the African Development Bank, signaling a renewed trust from international lenders in Senegal’s economic direction. New funding agreements spark political debate The recent financial boost to Senegal’s economy has triggered a strong reaction from Aldiouma Sow, a key advisor within the administration. In a pointed statement, he framed these developments as a turning point…

Niamey is witnessing a historic crackdown on financial mismanagement as the COLDEFF, Niger’s elite anti-corruption body, delivers a staggering recovery of over 74 billion CFA francs. This milestone, revealed during a high-profile ceremony at the presidential palace, marks a decisive turn in the fight against embezzlement and fraud. The figures speak volumes: 74 billion CFA francs have been reintegrated into the national treasury, with an impressive 12 billion added just in the past year. This surge reflects not only the COLDEFF’s relentless pursuit of financial offenders but also the growing…