Senegal’s president Diomaye Faye unveils new political party

Aïcha Abdou

In a decisive move reshaping Senegal’s political landscape, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has formally launched his new political party, marking a clear break from his former alliance with the Pastef – Les Patriotes movement led by his once-close ally and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. Dubbed Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains, the freshly established party derives its name from the Wolof term “kiiraay,” which translates to “protection.” Faye has made it abundantly clear that safeguarding the nation’s interests will be the cornerstone of all his future endeavors, both in governance…

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Togo protesters challenge 2024 constitutional reforms

Aïcha Abdou

Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets of Vogan, southern Togo, on Sunday to voice their opposition to the controversial 2024 constitutional amendments. Critics argue the reforms are designed to extend President Faure Gnassingbé’s 20-year grip on power, sparking fresh tensions in a country where public dissent has been rare in recent years. The protest, orchestrated by the National Framework for Change in Togo (CNCC)—a coalition of opposition parties and civil society groups—marked the second major rally in three months. The first gathering, held in early May, set the stage…

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Senate leader backs tshisekedi’s referendum and dialogue push

Ousmane Tandja

July 27, 2026 By Editorial Team Politics Senate Leader Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde Backs President Tshisekedi’s Push for Referendum Law and National Dialogue Share FacebookXWhatsAppLinkedinEmail Print On Sunday, July 26, 2026, Senate President Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde, as the moral authority of the political alliance Agissons et bâtissons (AB), convened a high-level meeting at the Golden Tulip Hotel in Bandal. The gathering brought together the alliance’s Presidium members, national deputies, senators, party secretaries-general, and executive secretaries for an evening of discussions. This long-awaited exchange, held as the extraordinary parliamentary session concluded and…

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Senegal political funds scandal: sonko’s alleged request for extra budget exposed

Aïcha Abdou

Senegal’s Political Funds Controversy: Sonko’s Alleged Budget Extension Request The Senegalese political landscape remains embroiled in a heated exchange following revelations about alleged financial mismanagement during Ousmane Sonko’s tenure as Prime Minister. Dr. Abdourahmane Diouf has shed light on a contentious claim: Sonko reportedly requested an additional 1.77 billion CFA francs in political funds after depleting the initial allocation. The ongoing feud between the Pastef party and the Kiiraay movement shows no signs of abating. Without an impartial referee to call a halt to the exchanges, both factions continue to…

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Réforme constitutionnelle au Togo : Le gouvernement recadre la Cour de justice de la CEDEAO après son arrêt

Ousmane Tandja

La réplique des autorités togolaises ne s’est pas faite attendre. Suite à l’arrêt rendu le 29 janvier dernier par la Cour de justice de la CEDEAO — qualifiant la révision constitutionnelle de mars 2024 au Togo de « changement de gouvernement inconstitutionnel » —, le gouvernement a réagi fermement ce dimanche. Pour l’exécutif togolais, la juridiction communautaire a purement et simplement outrepassé son mandat. « Aucune compétence de contrôle de constitutionnalité » Dans sa première réaction officielle, le gouvernement togolais remet les pendules à l’heure concernant les prérogatives réelles de…

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Senegal political funds transparency under president diomaye

Ousmane Tandja

In a rare public declaration, former Minister Abdourahmane Diouf has shed light on the financial management of political funds and state credits allocated to the Prime Minister’s office during Ousmane Sonko‘s tenure. The remarks come at a pivotal moment in Senegal’s political landscape, following the recent merger of Ousmane Sonko‘s party Awalé into the newly formed Kiiraay party, launched on July 25 in Dakar. This union resulted from the integration of 437 parties and movements from the former Diomaye Président coalition. Controversial spending and demands for additional funds During his…

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Niger drone strike kills civilians during funeral in Tillabéri

Aïcha Abdou

When grief turned to horror: a funeral ceremony struck by military drones in Niger What was meant to be a moment of mourning and unity in the village of Chinagodrar, in northern Tillabéri, ended in a bloodbath on July 24. Two drone strikes, reportedly carried out by Nigerien military forces, tore through a funeral gathering, leaving at least seven dead and numerous wounded. The attack shattered an already fragile community, where fear and insecurity have taken root. A region trapped between war and peace The Tillabéri region, bordering Mali and…

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Senegal Algeria expand energy ties with new hydrocarbon partnership

Aïcha Abdou

The energy partnership between Senegal and Algeria has reached a new milestone. Officials from both governments convened in Algiers to formalize a strategic alliance in the hydrocarbons sector. The meeting brought together Senegal’s Minister of African Integration and Foreign Affairs with Algerian counterparts handling energy and diplomacy, signaling a shared commitment to building a structured industrial partnership between Dakar and Algiers—two nations now firmly positioned on Africa’s hydrocarbon production map. This collaboration arrives at a pivotal moment for Senegal’s economy. Since early 2024, the country has been extracting oil from…

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Us military strike possibility in Mali under trump administration

Ousmane Tandja

The Trump administration is actively evaluating potential military strikes in Mali against the Group for Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated jihadist organization pressuring the country’s ruling junta. If executed, this would mark the eighth nation targeted by American airstrikes during the former president’s second term. What we know about the potential operation Intelligence assessments suggest that the proposed intervention aims to weaken JNIM’s operational capacity, which has intensified attacks on Malian security forces and civilian targets. Military planners are reportedly analyzing the feasibility of precision strikes while…

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Public reaction to Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s political ambitions in Senegal

Ousmane Tandja

In Senegal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has taken a decisive step by breaking away from his former ally Ousmane Sonko and launching his own political party, Kiiraay, les patriotes républicains. This bold move, announced last Saturday, marks a turning point in the country’s political landscape as the nation prepares for upcoming local elections, legislative polls, and the 2029 presidential race. Understanding the significance of Kiiraay The name Kiiraay, derived from the Wolof language, translates to “protection,” reflecting the party’s stated mission to safeguard the interests of Senegalese citizens. But what…

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Senegal politics: three ministers quit pastef to join diomaye’s camp

Aïcha Abdou

Yankhoba Diémé: « The Pastef is now a hollow shell » Three senior government ministers—including Yankhoba Diémé—have abandoned the Pastef party, declaring it a political void and publicly pledging allegiance to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. This dramatic shift reshapes the political landscape of Senegal. Ministers Ibrahima Sy, Yankhoba Diémé, and Alioune Dione—once key figures in Ousmane Sonko’s opposition movement—have made a decisive break. Their departure marks a pivotal moment in Senegal’s political evolution. After years opposing the previous administration and rallying behind Sonko’s reformist agenda, they now prioritize national unity…

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Ibrahim Traoré challenges taboos: arab slave trade and radical islam in the Sahel

Aïcha Abdou

Ibrahim Traoré challenges taboos: arab slave trade and radical islam in the Sahel Ouagadougou — The Burkinabè transitional leader has ignited a fierce debate by openly linking the Arab slave trade to contemporary jihadist violence in the Sahel. His words, delivered before local leaders, expose historical blind spots that both Western historiography and Gulf powers prefer to ignore. The millennia-old silence that weighs on Africa Some truths burden Africa like invisible shackles. The Burkinabè captain just exposed one of them in Ouagadougou. While predecessors—both civilian and military—had carefully avoided the…

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