Category: Politics

Téné Birahima Ouattara et Sébastien Lecornu Politique Téné Birahima Ouattara et Sébastien Lecornu France–Côte d’Ivoire : Téné Birahima Ouattara et Sébastien Lecornu ouvrent une nouvelle page du partenariat stratégique On the fringes of the Eurosatory 2026 international defense exhibition held in France, Côte d’Ivoire’s Vice-Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Téné Birahima Ouattara, engaged in a high-level audience this Wednesday, June 17, 2026. He was hosted by his French counterpart, Sébastien Lecornu, identified as the Prime Minister of the French Republic. This significant interaction signals a fresh chapter in strengthening…

a significant political shift: ibrahima diam sow departs pastef for diomaye-président The political landscape in Podor has recently witnessed a significant shift with the departure of Ibrahima Diam Sow from Pastef. The former party coordinator, now aligning with the Diomaye-Président coalition, openly states his renewed conviction that “the homeland takes precedence over the party.” This marks a notable development in West Africa news. A prominent local figure in the Podor department, Ibrahima Diam Sow, has officially announced his dissociation from the Pastef political party, led by Ousmane Sonko. Sow, who…

POLITICAL COMMUNICATION: OUSMANE SONKO The semantic shift   Since departing from the Prime Minister’s office, Ousmane Sonko has markedly refined his public statements. Adopting a more temperate, nuanced, and less confrontational stance, the Pastef leader now projects an image of a peacemaker, seeking to distance himself from his previously perceived belligerent posture.   “Pastef has matured as a party.” Ousmane Sonko delivered this assertion just days ago in Diamniadio during the party’s congress. His intention was to urge his often-virulent and aggressive militants to reconsider their conduct in public spaces.…

President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema recently addressed the nation with renewed candor regarding critical infrastructure. While the topic of consistent tap water supply has been a recurring discussion, the head of state emphasized a transparent approach, acknowledging that a swift resolution to these long-standing issues is not imminent. Citizens across Gabon will need to exercise continued patience. For countless households in Greater Libreville and the country’s interior, access to basic necessities like water and electricity remains an ongoing struggle. President Oligui Nguema underscored the substantial investments the government has channeled…

Politics Gabon’s new political era: accountability takes center stage 170 No comment Libreville, Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – June 15, 2026, will be remembered as a pivotal moment in Gabon’s political history. For the first time since the adoption of the Fifth Republic Constitution, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema addressed the Nation from the Parliament during a joint session at the Léon Mba Palace. This historic address marks the beginning of a new political culture rooted in accountability, transparency, and democratic consolidation. In a country where executive power has long…

The Centre des Libéraux Réformateurs (CLR) in Gabon initiated a significant revival of its activities during a weekend gathering of its leadership in Libreville. With just one year remaining until its anticipated congress, the political entity, established by Jean-Boniface Assélé, is focused on internal restructuring, energizing its membership, and reiterating its steadfast backing for President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. As Gabon approaches key political milestones within the Fifth Republic, the CLR is determined to reclaim its prominent position within the national political sphere. Party officials convened an expanded directorate meeting…

The recent extensive interview granted by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko was far from an impromptu session. A key collaborator within the Senegalese premier’s inner circle has recently shed light on the meticulous preparation behind this highly anticipated media engagement, which had been nearly two years in the making. According to this individual, the encounter between the head of government and the French-speaking radio station was the result of a deliberate, calculated strategy, carefully refined as the new administration in Dakar solidified its foundation. An interview two years into power As…

On the eve of the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup encounter between France and Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, the President of the Senegalese National Assembly, offered a multifaceted perspective, blending both sporting analysis and profound political insights into the upcoming clash. During a recent interview, President Sonko openly expressed his unwavering support for the Lions of Teranga, while simultaneously underscoring the deep symbolic resonance of the match. “I believe Senegal will emerge victorious. That is certainly my hope, shared by all Senegalese citizens. Nevertheless, it is, in essence, just a football…

PolitiqueCameroun Cameroun : l’Etat reprend en main la fiscalité locale Despite commitments to decentralization, the Cameroonian government has stripped local communes of their authority to collect local taxes and levies, transferring the responsibility centrally. In Cameroon, the government recently announced a significant shift in local tax collection, transferring the authority from municipal councils to the General Directorate of Taxes. This decisive move, presented as a fiscal rationalization reform, aims to combat widespread fraud and improve revenue management. However, it effectively centralizes control over local finances, a policy that appears to…

Damien Glez Political cartoonist and commentator Abdourahamane Tiani The Head of State of Niger, Abdourahamane Tiani, has formally withdrawn the citizenship of prominent activist Mayra, a decision formalized through a presidential decree issued this week. The move has sparked intense debate across the country’s political and civil society circles. Activist Mayra, known for her vocal advocacy on human rights and social justice issues, has been a visible figure in Niger’s public discourse. Her recent criticisms of government policies appear to have triggered this unprecedented administrative action. The decree, while citing…

In a bold move that has sent ripples through Senegal’s economic discourse, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, has reignited the conversation surrounding the nation’s public debt obligations. His remarks specifically focus on the potential classification of certain liabilities inherited from previous administrations as ‘odious debt’—a term that has gained traction in international legal and financial circles. Speaking in a high-profile forum, Sonko underscored the critical importance of transparency in public finances, framing it as a cornerstone for building a credible and sustainable economic governance framework. He argued that…

Politics Sonko clarifies stance on Senegal’s 2029 presidential race Addressing speculation about his potential candidacy in Senegal’s 2029 presidential election, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, remains measured in his response. When questioned about whether he would run regardless of circumstances, Sonko emphasized the premature nature of such discussions. «There are many initiatives suggesting my candidacy in 2029, but I prefer to wait. My party will eventually decide its candidate, and we are not yet at that stage,» stated the National Assembly president. Regarding President Diomaye Faye’s potential bid…