Wolfsburg and paderborn locked in goalless playoff opener

Aïcha Abdou

Football Bundesliga playoffs Wolfsburg and Paderborn locked in goalless playoff opener — Bundesliga survival hangs in the balance Wolfsburg’s attacking efforts were thwarted by a resolute Paderborn defense in the playoff opener The first leg of the Bundesliga promotion playoff delivered no winner on Thursday evening. Wolfsburg, sitting 16th in the Bundesliga standings, were held to a 0-0 draw by Paderborn, currently third in the 2. Bundesliga. Despite dominating possession, the Wolves must now travel to face the Second Division side next Monday in search of survival. After securing their…

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Senegal’s Sonko meets Dakar Archbishop ahead of Popenguine Marian Pilgrimage

Ousmane Tandja

With the Popenguine Marian Pilgrimage just around the corner, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko paid a courtesy visit to Archbishop André Guèye of Dakar this week. The meeting, held at the Primature, was characterized by warm and cordial exchanges. During the encounter, Archbishop Guèye offered prayers for a prosperous and peaceful Senegal, underscoring the spiritual significance of the upcoming pilgrimage. The visit comes as the nation prepares to celebrate one of its most revered religious events at the Notre-Dame de la Délivrance Basilica in Popenguine. This annual gathering draws thousands…

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Mali’s deepening militarization under transition rule

Ousmane Tandja

Mali’s deepening militarization under transition rule The Malian government claims to have regained full military sovereignty after the withdrawal of French forces and the gradual dismantling of Western security arrangements. Official narratives frame this shift as a historic triumph—an African nation reclaiming control over its territory and rejecting foreign oversight. Yet beneath the rhetoric lies a far more complex transformation of Mali’s political system. While Bamako celebrates its newfound autonomy, the reality reveals a deepening militarization of governance. The state’s security apparatus no longer answers to external actors but has…

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Sonko exposes 279 billion FCFA in dormant infrastructure assets

Ousmane Tandja

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has revealed a staggering 279 billion FCFA in dormant infrastructure assets across Senegal, following a comprehensive national diagnostic of stalled projects. Speaking at a high-level interministerial meeting in Dakar, he highlighted systemic financial, technical, and administrative bottlenecks crippling the country’s development. The assessment identified 245 stalled or abandoned infrastructure projects, representing a total public investment of 279 billion FCFA. These projects, either partially completed or fully constructed but left unutilized, have created significant economic losses, Sonko emphasized. root causes of project stagnation Insufficient funding emerged as…

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Senegal’s 2026 farming campaign: Sonko’s bold steps for food sovereignty

Aïcha Abdou

Senegal’s agricultural future hinges on urgent reforms Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has placed the 2026-2027 farming campaign at the heart of national priorities, unveiling a sweeping agenda to tackle Senegal’s persistent food sovereignty challenges. Speaking before the Council of Ministers, he emphasized both the nation’s agricultural achievements and its critical structural weaknesses that continue to undermine food security goals. While commending institutions like the Senegalese Institute for Agricultural Research (ISRA) and Senegal Chemicals Industries (ICS) for their progress in fertilizer and certified seed production, Sonko acknowledged that systemic gaps remain…

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Senegal’s prime minister tackles 245 stalled infrastructure projects

Ousmane Tandja

Government launches high-impact task force to revive critical public assets Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko convened an interministerial council meeting on Thursday to address Senegal’s most pressing infrastructure challenges. Held at the Presidential Administrative Building Mamadou Dia in Dakar, the session revealed a stark reality: 245 public projects and assets are currently frozen by financial, legal, technical, or operational barriers, with cumulative investments exceeding several trillion FCFA. Unused assets costing billions The audit uncovered 30 completed infrastructures left idle, 25 of which remain blocked, representing a frozen investment of 279 billion…

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Sénégal needs dialogue and consensus amadou ba stresses

Aïcha Abdou

Featured Politics Senegal needs dialogue and consensus, Amadou Ba stresses Former Prime Minister Amadou Ba has called for deeper political dialogue and stronger national consensus during a meeting with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye as part of the ongoing national dialogue initiative. Addressing the Head of State alongside other former leaders consulted by the government, Ba emphasized that the initiative represents a vital step for the country. He underscored the importance of broad-based discussions to tackle Senegal’s most pressing challenges. During the closed-door discussions, Ba and the President reviewed several critical…

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Cameroon and Chad strengthen military ties after unity day celebrations

Aïcha Abdou

Politics Cameroon and Chad: military alliance solidified after May 20 unity celebrations The participation of Chadian armed forces in Cameroon’s National Unity Day parade marked a pivotal moment for bilateral defense cooperation. Yaoundé and N’Djamena are now advancing their historic partnership to address shared security challenges across Central Africa. Editorial Team |21 May 2025|3 min read AAA Summarize Listen Comment Following the Chadian military’s participation in Cameroon’s National Unity Day parade on May 20, both nations are prioritizing enhanced defense cooperation. The historic ties between Yaoundé and N’Djamena, built on…

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Ousmane Sonko denounces judicial inaction and demands accountability for public funds

Aïcha Abdou

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has voiced his deep irritation regarding the handling of judicial files related to public accountability. During an interministerial council meeting focused on national infrastructure this Thursday, the head of government took the opportunity to directly challenge the slow pace of legal proceedings. While the Minister of Justice, Yassine Fall, was presenting a report on infrastructure deficits and irregularities found in various construction projects, Ousmane Sonko interrupted to question the effectiveness of the current judicial process. He expressed serious doubts about whether the government’s efforts were yielding…

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Chad court rejects Succes Masra appeal, justice under scrutiny

Ousmane Tandja

The latest judicial ruling in Chad has dealt a significant blow to the hopes of opposition leader Succes Masra, as the Supreme Court dismissed his final appeal. This decision has ignited fresh debates about the independence of Chad’s judiciary and its ability to resist political pressures, particularly in high-profile cases. From political promise to judicial deadlock Succes Masra once represented a beacon of hope for many young Chadians, embodying a fresh alternative to the country’s entrenched political elite. His message of change resonated deeply with a generation frustrated by decades…

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Russian mercenaries halt rebel disarmament in Central African Republic

Aïcha Abdou

The disarmament process for rebels affiliated with the Mouvement des Patriotes Centrafricains (MPC) in Markounda has encountered an unexpected obstacle. According to local observers, Russian mercenaries operating in the region have actively impeded efforts led by the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA). tensions escalate as disarmament stalls Efforts to demobilize and disarm rebel factions have been a cornerstone of the peacebuilding strategy in the Central African Republic. However, in Markounda, a town in the northern prefecture of Ouham, these initiatives have stalled. Reports…

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Casemiro’s manchester united exit confirmed ahead of brighton clash

Aïcha Abdou

Manchester United’s interim manager Michael Carrick has officially announced that midfielder Casemiro will sit out the club’s final Premier League fixture of the season against Brighton & Hove Albion. The Brazilian star, who has been the subject of intense transfer speculation, played his farewell match at Old Trafford last weekend—a 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest. Carrick addressed the Brazilian’s absence from the Brighton game, stating, “It was agreed that last week would be his final match. I think it went as well as we could have hoped, and he was…

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