Category: Politics

In the heart of Dakar, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye delivered a powerful message during a national tribute to former President Abdoulaye Wade, who celebrated his 100th birthday on May 29. Standing before a packed Grand Théâtre, Faye emphasized the fragility of Senegal’s democracy while addressing the deepening rift between his government and former ally Ousmane Sonko. The president’s words carried extra weight against the backdrop of months-long political strife that culminated in Sonko’s removal as Prime Minister on May 22. Faye framed the crisis not as a personal battle but…

The President of the Republic recently held a high-level audience with the Mayor of Libreville, Eugène Mba, to review the progress of local government initiatives. This meeting served as a vital platform for evaluating the performance of municipal executives and fostering a more cohesive partnership between the central government and local administrations to better serve the public. Strategic roadmap and municipal restructuring During the session, Mayor Eugène Mba delivered a comprehensive report regarding the implementation of the strategic roadmap assigned to him at the start of his tenure. He also…

Senegal’s Parliamentary Leader Advocates for Institutional Transformation at the African Union The President of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, held a pivotal meeting on June 4 with Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde Kyenge during the 85th session of the Executive Committee of the African Parliamentary Union (APU). This high-level discussion centered on the reorganization and operational enhancement of one of Africa’s key parliamentary bodies. The encounter unfolded against a backdrop of persistent continental challenges—including governance gaps, economic disparities, and institutional inefficiencies—that continue to hinder Africa’s progress. Both leaders exchanged views on strategic…

Maurice Kamto, leader of Cameroon’s Movement for the Renaissance of Cameroon, accuses authorities of undermining constitutional principles through the recent extension of local councilors’ terms. In a bold legal and political move, Maurice Kamto, president of the MRC, has declared his intention to challenge the legitimacy of the decree issued by the Cameroonian Head of State on May 4, 2026. The decree extended the mandate of municipal councilors, a decision Kamto argues blatantly violates constitutional provisions and democratic norms. He contends that the executive branch overstepped its authority by encroaching…

The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on May 23, 2026, was not a clash of personalities. Instead, it marked the inevitable breakdown of a political partnership due to fundamentally opposing economic philosophies, which had long coexisted within the same movement. Two years after the April 2024 transition of power, when Faye was elected and subsequently appointed Sonko as Prime Minister, the presidential alliance has fractured over three critical issues shaping Senegal’s economic future: national debt, hydrocarbon resource management, and the source of political capital. National debt:…

Cameroon’s new mobile phone tax: a roadblock to digital progress Résumer Ecouter Commenter « Everywhere countries have successfully navigated their digital transition, they have first sought to connect the maximum number of citizens, to reduce the cost of access to technological tools, and to make digital a lever for inclusion and economic competitiveness. Cameroon, however, chooses to condition this inclusion on the payment of a tax. In a country where the average income does not always allow for absorbing this type of additional cost, this decision is not neutral. It has…

The political rift between Ousmane Sonko and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has now become impossible to ignore. During a press conference held in Dakar, the former Prime Minister detailed the reasons behind his party, Pastef-Les Patriotes, declining to join the new government led by Ahmadou Alamine Mohamed Lô. Major disagreements on national priorities Sonko highlighted significant differences with the administration over key national policies. The most pressing disagreements revolve around judicial reform, financial accountability, and the renegotiation of economic contracts that many believe unfairly burden Senegal. Public debt management has…

Politics France–Gabon: rebuilding a strategic partnership By Editor-in-ChiefJune 4, 202681No comment Libreville, June 4, 2026 – The state visit President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema will undertake to France on July 20 represents far more than a routine diplomatic engagement. During his recent interview with a major international broadcaster, he framed this trip as a defining moment in reshaping Gabon’s ties with Paris amid shifting geopolitical tides across Central Africa and the continent. While neighboring nations reassess their relationships with former colonial powers, Gabon is charting a distinct course. President Oligui…

After months of silence, political figure Dieudonné Minlama Mintogo has broken his silence with a pointed warning to Gabon’s new leadership. In a candid interview, the former 2016 presidential candidate cautions that the greatest threat facing the country’s Fifth Republic isn’t economic stagnation or institutional instability — it’s the political risk of reducing President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s sweeping popular mandate into a tool for partisan gain. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

His Majesty King Mohammed VI has approved the appointment of two new members to the Supreme Council of the Judiciary. Among these appointments, Mr. Mohamed Abdennabaoui has been reappointed as First President of the Court of Cassation and, in this role, as Deputy President of the Supreme Council of the Judiciary for a second term. Additionally, Ms. Latifa El Harradji and Mr. Nadir El Moumni have been named as new members of the council. In a separate decision, the King also appointed Mr. Farid El Bacha to the Supreme Council…

Political shifts in Senegal as Ousmane Sonko faces new challenges In a sharp analysis, Senegalese political commentator Cheikh Yérim Seck examines the evolving political landscape surrounding Ousmane Sonko, the leader of Pastef-Les Patriotes, as he exits the government and enters uncharted territory. Seck highlights the critical importance of Sonko maintaining a strong connection with his grassroots supporters to navigate the uncertainties ahead. The analyst delivered his assessment during a discussion on the TFM program Faram Facce, where he dissected the implications of recent institutional changes that have reshaped Senegal’s political…

In a significant engagement at the Palais Rénovation, Gabon’s Head of State, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, convened with Libreville’s Mayor, Eugène Mba. This was their second official meeting since April 28, aimed at evaluating the progress of local governance initiatives and fostering stronger collaboration between national authorities and municipal leadership. The Mayor presented a comprehensive progress report on his mandate, which began on April 24. He outlined key structural changes within the city hall’s hierarchy and detailed strategic plans for Libreville’s future. Among the priorities discussed were urban revitalization projects,…