Category: Politics

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, a landmark campaign is demanding accountability for crimes that have spanned generations. The six million signatures being collected are not just numbers—they represent a growing chorus of voices calling for an end to impunity and a reckoning with the past. After 30 years of conflict, victims still await justice From the rebel-held territories of North Kivu to the displaced camps in Kinshasa, Congolese citizens are uniting behind a single message: justice cannot wait. The “6 Million Voices for Justice in Congo” campaign, spearheaded by…

The Ivory Coast has firmly rejected a recent US proposal to accept deportees from the United States, regardless of their nationality. This decision marks a significant turning point in West African responses to Washington’s expanding third-country deportation policies. In mid-June 2026, Christian Ehrhardt, Director of the US State Department’s Office of Remigration, traveled to Abidjan as part of a broader diplomatic mission across West and Central Africa. His objective was clear: secure agreements with African governments to accept non-citizens expelled from the US. The talks in Côte d’Ivoire, however, did…

The clock is ticking for President Bassirou Diomaye Faye as Senegal’s local elections approach—a decisive moment that could redefine his presidency. With time working against his administration, analysts warn that delays in holding these crucial polls may be accelerating political instability across the nation. Why these local elections matter for Senegal’s future Local elections are often viewed as a barometer of national political sentiment, and Senegal’s upcoming vote is no exception. The outcomes will shape governance at the municipal level, influence public trust in the government, and set the stage…

In a dramatic shift of power, Ousmane Sonko now holds the presidency of Senegal’s National Assembly, giving him unprecedented leverage to challenge Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s 2026 budget rectification law—a decision that could redefine the nation’s economic trajectory amid IMF negotiations and public discontent. From Prime Minister to Parliament Speaker: A Power Shift in Dakar The political landscape in Dakar has undergone a seismic transformation. Ousmane Sonko, once the Prime Minister under Bassirou Diomaye Faye, now occupies the speaker’s chair in the National Assembly, a role that comes with constitutional tools…

The countdown begins. On December 2, 2026, Senegal’s political landscape faces a historic inflection point as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye gains the constitutional authority to dissolve the National Assembly—a move that could reshape governance, alliances, and the nation’s trajectory. With the Assembly’s term nearing its two-year mark, the stage is set for a strategic gamble that could either consolidate power or trigger a fresh cycle of electoral uncertainty. The constitutional trigger: why December 2, 2026 matters The date is no coincidence. Article 87 of Senegal’s Constitution empowers the president to…

Dakar’s 2026 revised budget, officially submitted to the National Assembly in September 2026, marks a pivotal shift in Senegal’s economic trajectory. The government has dramatically slashed growth projections from 5% to just 2.7%, exposing a widening chasm between fiscal ambitions and reality. With revenue shortfalls amounting to 451.4 billion FCFA, authorities have resorted to slashing 555 billion FCFA from investment expenditures—a move that prioritizes short-term stability over long-term development. Budget Cuts Reveal Fragile Economic Foundations in Senegal The PLFR 2026 adjustment underscores a harsh economic reality: Senegal cannot sustain wealth…

The revised 2026 budget bill has thrust Senegal’s National Assembly into a defining moment. With the deficit now projected at 1.735 trillion FCFA — representing 7.6% of GDP compared to the original 5.4% target — the Pastef majority faces an impossible choice: endorse a FMI-backed austerity plan or risk being branded as political saboteurs blocking essential state functions. Since its presentation on September 18, the revised finance bill has become the most uncomfortable vote of the legislative term. The Pastef coalition must now decide between two unpalatable options: approve a…

The Republic of Senegal and the Republic of Azerbaijan have reached a decisive milestone in their bilateral relations by signing a landmark memorandum of understanding in New York. This agreement establishes a formal framework for regular political consultations between Dakar and Baku, marking a strategic shift in how the two nations will collaborate moving forward. How the historic agreement transforms Senegal-Azerbaijan relations Unlike ad-hoc diplomatic exchanges of the past, this memorandum creates a structured mechanism for ongoing dialogue. The agreement signals both countries’ commitment to institutionalize their cooperation across multiple…

Senegal’s special funds: who really controls the billions outside parliament’s reach? On August 13, Justice Minister Moussa Sarr introduced a government amendment aimed at refocusing the bill on broad principles, leaving the precise methods of execution and oversight to regulatory power—and therefore to the executive itself—under Articles 67 and 76 of the Constitution. The effort to regulate special funds, launched by lawmakers weeks ago, remains unfinished. That absence of a definitive framework explains why a substantial share of the state’s discretionary spending still escapes effective oversight by the National Assembly.…

Le Cameroun est engagé dans une course contre la montre pour réunir les fonds nécessaires au rachat de la Société Générale Cameroun (SGC), désormais appelée ex-filiale du groupe français. L’opération pourrait atteindre 432 millions de dollars, soit environ 260 milliards de francs CFA. Cette somme couvre à la fois le prix d’acquisition des parts détenues par le groupe parisien et les besoins de recapitalisation après la transaction. Yaoundé veut ainsi éviter toute interruption de service pour l’une des principales banques commerciales du pays. Un retrait européen qui redessine le paysage…

Bénin Benin’s senate holds inaugural session under Patrice Talon’s leadership The upper chamber of Benin’s parliament convened its first official plenary meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in Cotonou at the institution’s temporary headquarters. Key figure in this article Patrice Talon Edouard Djogbénou See all articles September 14, 2026 at 10:37 PM•Updated September 14, 2026 SOCIETY↓Read offline 🎧 Listen to the articleBenin’s senate holds inaugural session under Patrice Talon’s leadership Preparing audio… 0:00/0:00 🔊1x 1 min read Read laterGoogle NewsComment Share FacebookXLinkedInWhatsAppTelegramCopy link TABLE OF CONTENTS Notable absences due to…