Category: Politics

#FREEGLEIZES Depuis le 29 juin 2025, notre confrère Christophe Gleizes, journaliste pour Society et So Foot, est emprisonné en Algérie. Nous ne l’oublions pas et réclamons sa libération. En savoir plus sur #FREEGLEIZES By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

In a recent parliamentary session, Member of Parliament Guy Marius Sagna disclosed 1.7 billion West African CFA francs received by Ousmane Sonko during his tenure as Prime Minister. These funds, Sagna emphasized, were allocated without any institutional oversight, raising serious questions about transparency in Senegal’s political finance system. Contradictions in political funding discourse While Sagna acknowledged that the legal framework allowed these disbursements, he questioned the lack of accountability surrounding these funds—particularly as they mirror the opaque financial practices reportedly used by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. According to Sagna’s statements,…

Maroc : pour la libération immédiate du cinéaste et rappeur marocain El Mahdi Lyoubi 28/07/2026 Lettre ouverte Maroc en fr Défenseurs des droits humains Détenu depuis le 13 juillet 2026 à la suite d’une interdiction de quitter le territoire dont les motifs n’ont pas été rendus publics, le cinéaste et musicien marocain El Mahdi Lyoubi est au cœur d’une affaire qui soulève de sérieuses préoccupations pour la liberté d’expression et de création artistique au Maroc. La Fédération internationale pour les droits humains (FIDH) et l’Organisation mondiale contre la torture (OMCT), dans…

has Senegal’s political landscape just shifted with kiiraay? To view this content, please enable JavaScript or try a different browser. Two years after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye assumed office, Senegal’s political arena is witnessing a transformative development. The head of state has unveiled a new political movement, Kiiraay, which carries a powerful meaning in Wolof—‘protection’ or ‘shield’—suggesting a bold step toward safeguarding the nation’s future. The official launch took place in Dakar, where hundreds of supporters gathered to witness a pivotal moment in Senegalese politics. Standing before the crowd, President…

Featured Politics Senegal politics: Diémé fires back at Sonko’s victimization claims 28/07/2026 In a candid interview, Government Minister Yankhoba Diémé addressed the escalating tensions between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Diémé dismissed Sonko’s strategy as a deliberate ‘manufactured victimhood’ designed to manipulate public perception and divert attention from pressing national issues. He argued that Sonko’s repeated claims of persecution were nothing more than a calculated attempt to cast himself as the victim while portraying President Faye as the antagonist. “This pattern of self-centered behavior and…

The Front for the Liberation of Niger (FPL) has declared a return to armed confrontation following the recent release of its leader, Mahmoud Salah, who had been detained by authorities in Niamey. The announcement comes as tensions escalate between the FPL and the transitional government led by General Abdourahamane Tiani. In a statement released through unofficial channels, the rebel group accused the current administration of violating previous agreements and suppressing dissent in the region. Mahmoud Salah’s release fuels renewed hostilities The circumstances surrounding Mahmoud Salah’s liberation remain unclear. Local observers…

Bénin’s Senate inauguration marks a new era in democracy The political landscape of Bénin is about to witness a defining chapter in its history. For the first time, the country’s Senate convened in Cotonou’s Sofitel Hotel on Friday, July 24, gathering 23 of its 25 members behind closed doors for two hours. The primary focus? Finalizing protocols and logistical arrangements ahead of the historic swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Thursday, July 30 at Porto-Novo’s Palais des Gouverneurs. Breaking from tradition: a Senate that governs itself The session, led by former Bar…

Mehdi Ba PASTEF Ousmane Sonko Bassirou Diomaye Faye Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains Senegal’s patriotic momentum gains traction with Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s bold new initiative Dakar witnessed a defining moment in Senegal’s political landscape this weekend as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye unveiled his latest patriotic project: the launch of Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains, a party designed to embody a renewed vision for national progress. The ceremony, held at the luxurious Roi Fahd Hotel, drew significant attention from both local and international observers, signaling a potential shift in the country’s…

The Rally of Houphouëtists for Democracy and Peace (RHDP) has evolved from a fragile opposition coalition to become the dominant force in Ivory Coast’s political arena. Over two decades, this movement reshaped the country’s governance, consolidating power under a unified banner that traces its roots to the legacy of Félix Houphouët-Boigny. Initially formed as an alliance between Alassane Ouattara and Henri Konan Bédié to counter Laurent Gbagbo’s influence, the RHDP’s strategic maneuvering transformed it into an electoral juggernaut. What began as a tactical partnership now stands as Ivory Coast’s preeminent…

During an appearance on a national morning radio show, Lansana Gagny Sakho, Chairman of the Board of APIX, addressed his decision to distance himself from Ousmane Sonko while firmly defending his commitment to the nation’s republican institutions. He recounted his initial alignment with Pastef’s political vision, driven by admiration for its key figures. However, after the political transition, he declined an offer to lead the water and sanitation sector, prioritizing his principles over political office. « I refused to compromise my values for a position. That decision made my departure…

In a surprising turn of political allegiance, Lansana Gagny Sakho, a former ally of Ousmane Sonko, has openly distanced himself from the leader of Pastef. Speaking as a prominent member of the Kiiraay party—backed by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye—Sakho accused Sonko of failing to uphold republican values and prioritize state institutions. Sakho, who currently serves as chairman of the APIX board, revealed that he declined a high-ranking position in the water and sanitation sector after Senegal’s political transition. His decision came from a deep commitment to his principles rather than…

Senegal’s political landscape is bracing for a critical moment as national assembly president Ousmane Sonko takes a firm stand against any delay in the upcoming local elections scheduled for January 2027. The PASTEF leader has dismissed mounting speculation about postponing the vote, emphasizing that such a move would be unacceptable after the sacrifices made to preserve electoral integrity. Electoral calendar must be respected, Sonko declares Sonko addressed growing concerns about potential postponements, stressing that the January 2027 local elections are not a matter of convenience but a constitutional obligation. «…