Category: Politics

Félix Tshisekedi lance un dialogue national, voici ce qui va changer Lire uniquement le texte pour utiliser moins de données Crédit photo, Reuters Article Information Author, Pamela Amunazo Role, BBC News Afrique Published il y a 48 minutes Temps de lecture: 7 min Le président congolais Félix Tshisekedi a annoncé jeudi 27 août, dans une adresse à la nation, la tenue d’un « Dialogue national pour la paix, la cohésion et la refondation de l’État », une initiative présentée comme une réponse aux crises sécuritaires, politiques et sociales qui secouent…

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This recent decision hardly comes as a surprise, considering that the rationales for its rejection had already been publicly articulated by numerous informed individuals. The Prime Minister himself had consistently maintained that the legislative proposal encroached upon the executive branch’s inherent regulatory authority. On September 1st, the Prime Minister is set to deliver his general policy statement before the deputies. This appearance follows the recent declaration of inadmissibility for the bill proposed by the very same legislative body, which aimed to regulate special funds. The question arises: will he confront…

In Sénégal, religion extends beyond the private sphere, playing a vital role in fostering social cohesion, mediating conflicts, educating citizens, and occasionally influencing political regulation. Despite this significant involvement, the relationship between the State and religious communities largely operates through informal channels. This raises a crucial question: can the institutionalization of religious affairs help transcend clientelism without undermining the nation’s secular principles? The discussion may no longer be about *whether* to formalize State-religious interactions, but *how* to achieve this without actually institutionalizing religion itself.   First, it is essential to…

Former Congolese president Joseph Kabila has initiated legal proceedings within a United States federal court, seeking to overturn sanctions levied against him by Washington in April 2026. The American government asserts that Kabila provides backing to the M23 rebel group and the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC), allegations the former head of state vehemently denies. A legal challenge to American sanctions In early August, Joseph Kabila formally approached the US judiciary with the objective of removing his name from the black list maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).…

Parliamentarian Thierno Alassane Sall asserts that a confidential document, dated August 26, 2024, and bearing the signature of former Energy Minister Birame Souleye Diop, serves as irrefutable evidence of systemic failure at the highest echelons of the state. In a statement disseminated across his social media platforms, the leader of the République des Valeurs party declared that this “confidential note of August 26, 2024, signed by the then Minister of Energy, Birame Souleye Diop, constitutes undeniable proof of a state lie.” Thierno Alassane Sall further contends that the head of…

Politique Gabon’s franceville: presidential oversight drives development Libreville, Sunday, August 23, 2026 – Even during a private visit, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema chose direct engagement over remote observation. On Saturday, August 22, the Gabonese president dedicated a significant portion of his time in Haut-Ogooué to an extensive inspection tour of various infrastructure projects currently underway in Franceville. From the Masuku University of Science and Technology (USTM) to local markets, from the future Wendjé neighborhood gendarmerie post to the Lycée d’Excellence, and including the Leconi Palace hotel complex, this series of…

This mechanism will empower parliamentarians to verify the effective and transparent utilization of public funds. A significant reform has recently been implemented within Senegal’s legislative framework. On Friday, August 26, 2026, the National Assembly officially established the Committee for the Evaluation of Public Policies (CEPP). This new body marks the realization of a key commitment from the 2016 constitutional revision, signaling a historic shift towards greater transparency and robust governance across the nation. The CEPP is far more than an ordinary parliamentary committee. Its core strategic objective is to meticulously…

CEPP : Ousmane Sonko hérite d’un nouveau poste de prestige The Committee for the Evaluation of Public Policies (CEPP) has been tasked with the crucial responsibility of structuring, conducting, and monitoring parliamentary assessments of public policies. Its primary goal is to enhance the scrutiny of government actions and improve the overall effectiveness of implemented policies. Senegal’s National Assembly has taken a significant stride towards bolstering parliamentary oversight. On Friday, August 21, 2026, members of parliament convened for the inaugural meeting of the Committee for the Evaluation of Public Policies (CEPP).…

Political figures in Sénégal frequently present shifting narratives, adapting their discourse to align with current interests and circumstances. This dynamic often leaves the populace feeling like bystanders in their own nation’s political journey. The political relationship between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré is a prime example of this fluctuating landscape in West African politics. Their interactions are characterized by an ever-changing nature, where today’s allies can become tomorrow’s fierce rivals, all dependent on prevailing situations and their individual positions. Sénégal’s political environment often seems to be caught in a continuous…

Land allocations: Ousmane Sonko seeks clarity from the Minister of Justice Following a plenary session on Thursday dedicated to ratifying six proposed resolutions for establishing inquiry commissions, Ousmane Sonko revealed he had received two responses from Senegal’s Minister of Justice, the Keeper of the Seals. Ousmane Sonko, the esteemed President of the National Assembly, is pressing for detailed information regarding the scope of judicial proceedings mentioned by the Minister of Justice. These proceedings pertain to land allocation operations that are currently under scrutiny by a proposed parliamentary inquiry commission. Without…

During a press briefing organized by Pastef-Les Patriotes, Deputy Amadou Ba unveiled what he asserts to be the definitive account of telephone conversations that reportedly took place between Ousmane Sonko and Aminata Touré while the current Prime Minister was incarcerated. This revelation comes as Ba continues to defend the head of government amidst ongoing controversies surrounding the management of public funds. According to the deputy, the former Prime Minister made deeply critical remarks about Bassirou Diomaye Faye during this specific call. “Diomaye is incapable of leading this country. If you…