Sonko challenges Faye’s leadership in Senegal’s changing political landscape

Ousmane Tandja

In a stirring address delivered in Sadio, Diourbel region, this past Sunday, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the PASTEF-Les Patriotes party, took aim at the current governance trajectory, voicing sharp criticism of the administration’s direction. The crowd gathered before him listened intently as the former presidential candidate revisited the events leading to Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s election as Senegal’s President in March 2024—a victory Sonko himself had championed after his own candidacy was disqualified. « He was propelled to the highest office, yet he has strayed from the very project that carried…

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Gabon deepens ties with India in strategic partnership push

Aïcha Abdou

Policy Gabon deepens ties with India in strategic partnership push 74 views No comments Libreville, July 12, 2026 – As global alliances shift and emerging economies rise, Gabon is actively strengthening its diplomatic footprint in Asia. The official presentation of credentials by the Gabonese ambassador to Indian President Droupadi Murmu marks a pivotal moment in a relationship poised for deeper strategic collaboration in the years ahead. The ceremony, held on July 6, 2026, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, formalized the accreditation of Aurélien-Marcel Mintsa Nguema as Gabon’s extraordinary…

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Dakar activists demand urgent action on femicides in Sénégal

Aïcha Abdou

Sénégal: manifestation à Dakar pour demander des mesures urgentes contre les féminicides RFI lun. 13 juillet 2026 à 3:00 AM UTC Ajoutez Yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur Google. In Dakar, a powerful demonstration, though modest in size with approximately twenty women, made a significant impact this Sunday afternoon. Feminist activists vocally asserted their demand to end femicides, echoing potent slogans such as « Le silence, ça suffit » (Silence, enough!) and « La mort ne vous appartient pas ! » (Death does not belong to you!).…

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Ousmane Sonko affirme son ascendant sur l’État sénégalais après son duel avec Diomaye

Aïcha Abdou

Derrière l'allocution prononcée ce dimanche à Sadio, dans la région de Diourbel, Ousmane Sonko a montré ce qui s'apparente moins à un discours de mobilisation qu'à un règlement de comptes à peine voilé avec le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Sous couvert de bilan, le leader de Pastef a multiplié les rappels destinés à recadrer les rapports de force au sommet de l'État. En insistant sur son rôle dans la désignation de Bassirou Diomaye Faye comme candidat de substitution après l’invalidation de sa propre candidature en 2024, Ousmane Sonko a tenu…

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Paris saint-germain closes in on ferran torres: a €50m agreement

Aïcha Abdou

While the global football spotlight shines brightly on the ongoing World Cup tournament, Paris Saint-Germain is making significant moves in the summer transfer market. The club appears poised for a more dynamic recruitment period compared to previous seasons, with the name Ferran Torres emerging prominently in recent discussions. Reports indicate the talented FC Barcelona forward is prepared to commit to Paris, with an understanding already reached between the parties. Over the past few days, speculation regarding Ferran Torres’s potential transfer to Paris Saint-Germain has grown considerably. The Spanish international, currently…

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Gabonese digital economy minister advocates for inclusive AI governance

Ousmane Tandja

While global technological powerhouses race for algorithmic supremacy, Gabon is charting a distinct course. At the recent Global Dialogue on AI Governance, held in Geneva under United Nations auspices, Mark Alexandre Doumba, Gabon’s Minister of Digital Economy, urged the international community to critically re-evaluate its priorities. From Libreville’s perspective, the imperative isn’t to engineer the swiftest technology, but rather to construct an AI framework genuinely available and beneficial for everyone. Confronting tech giants largely fixated on model scale and computational prowess, the Gabonese minister proposed a transformative shift in perspective.…

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Sénégal : Crise entre le président et le premier ministre qui menacent la stabilité du pays

Aïcha Abdou

L’essentiel Reportage : Un reportage d’Al Jazeera documente la fracture politique entre deux figures majeures du Sénégal Réforme : Une réforme constitutionnelle adoptée fin juin a été invalidée par le Conseil Constitutionnel Opposition : Le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye et le premier ministre Ousmane Sonko s’affrontent après leur victoire commune en 2024 Majorité : Le PASTEF détient 130 des 165 sièges à l’Assemblée Nationale By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Ségal: les tensions politiques au sommet

Aïcha Abdou

Le Sénégal est en crise politique, avec deux dirigeants qui se disputent le pouvoir. Le président Bassirou Diomaye Faye et le premier ministre Ousmane Sonko, qui sont également présidents de l'Assemblée Nationale, ont remporté ensemble les élections présidentielles de 2024 sous la bannière du PASTEF. Malgré leur victoire commune, des désaccords idéologiques apparaissent rapidement, notamment sur la politique économique et les relations avec les institutions internationales comme le FMI. Les analystes décrivent la situation comme un « combat fratricide » entre deux visions du pouvoir. Le reportage d'Al Jazeera met…

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Tunisie and Senegal confirmed as hosts for window 4 of african world cup qualifiers

Aïcha Abdou

Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) – fiba regional africa office confirms two host countries for window 4 the bureau régional afrique de la fiba has confirmed the two host countries for window 4 of the african world cup qualifiers. Tunisia will host group e matches at the iconic radès multipurpose hall in Tunis, while Senegal will receive group f matches at the Dakar arena. the matches will take place from august 27 to 30 group e features Cameroon (5-1), Guinea (4-2), Tunisia (4-2), Nigeria (4-2), Soudan du sud (4-2) and cape verde…

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Algeria and Mali fully restore diplomatic ties after year-long dispute

Aïcha Abdou

After more than a year of strained relations, Algeria and Mali have officially restored full diplomatic ties. This significant development sees both nations reinstating their ambassadors and reopening their respective airspaces, signaling a crucial step towards regional stability in West Africa. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune confirmed that Algeria’s ambassador would return to Mali. This declaration came shortly after Algeria announced the complete reopening of its airspace for both civilian and military flights originating from and destined for its southern neighbor. In a corresponding move, the Malian military government’s spokesperson issued…

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Vietnamese national assembly delegation attends francophone parliamentary assembly in Yaoundé, Cameroon

Aïcha Abdou

The Assemblée Parlementaire Francophone (APF) General Assembly commenced its impressive opening session on July 9th in Yaoundé, Cameroon. This significant gathering drew a distinguished array of attendees, including the President of the Cameroonian Senate, the President of the Cameroonian National Assembly, and the President of the Cameroonian Economic and Social Council. Elevating the prominence of the occasion was Louise Mushikiwabo, the Secretary-General of the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF), alongside numerous other esteemed guests. The conference saw participation from over 350 delegates, a robust representation that featured nearly twenty…

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Pastef leadership crisis: can Sonko’s charisma hold the party together?

Ousmane Tandja

Pastef leadership crisis: can Sonko’s charisma hold the party together? The removal of Ousmane Sonko from the Prime Minister’s office and the reshuffling of the executive branch have ushered in a new political chapter for Senegal. For the first time since its rise to power in 2024, the Pastef-Les Patriotes party is grappling with an internal crisis. Departures of key officials, strategic rifts between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and party leader Ousmane Sonko, and the impending launch of a new political party led by the President have exposed deep divisions…

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