Political leader urges unity in Senegal’s governance amid rising tensions

Aïcha Abdou

Uninvited arrival sparks dialogue at Ousmane Sonko’s residence A rare moment unfolded in the heart of Dakar as a high-stakes political meeting at Ousmane Sonko’s Keur Gorgui residence took an unexpected turn. While journalists gathered outside and party officials deliberated inside, Mamadou Goumbala arrived unannounced, stepping into the spotlight to address pressing national concerns. Calls for calm and collective focus With cameras rolling and eyes fixed on him, Goumbala delivered a pointed message aimed at easing the growing rift between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Sonko. He emphasized that the…

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Mali’s military regime faces deepening crisis amidst escalating insecurity

Ousmane Tandja

AccueilMondeMali : Assimi Goïta face à l’échec de la fuite en avant… MondeNotre sélection Mali : Assimi Goïta face à l’échec de la fuite en avant militaire Par : La Rédaction samedi 16 mai 2026 FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp Les mercenaires d’Africa Corps missionnés pour protéger le régime militaire malien. Crédit photo : DR Même catégorie Monde Proche-Orient : l’incendie sans fin Entre guerre avec l’Iran, tractations sino-américaines et paralysie diplomatique,… 360° Tunisie : la suspension des jeunes médecins ravive les inquiétudes sur l’espace civique La décision de suspendre pour 30 jours les…

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President faye enacts electoral code changes, a win for pastef and sonko?

Aïcha Abdou

The official enactment of the amended Electoral Code by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye continues to generate significant discussion across the nation. Following a period of anticipation and robust political discourse, the head of state ultimately affixed his signature on Friday, May 15, 2026, to the legislation previously adopted by the National Assembly. This presidential action was particularly awaited by the PASTEF party and its prominent leader, Ousmane Sonko. The promulgation reportedly occurred “to general surprise,” resolving numerous questions that had arisen after deputies initially voted on the proposed bill. The…

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Mali’s unfolding security crisis after french military departure

Ousmane Tandja

Amidst the vast, arid expanse of the Sahel, where conflicts often unfold beyond international scrutiny, Mali is confronting a harsh reality. The nation is now experiencing the severe repercussions of disengaging from key partners who previously stood on the front lines against escalating instability. The recent surge in violence and attacks across the country is neither accidental nor an act of fate. Instead, these incidents represent the foreseeable consequences of a significant political shift, one championed as an assertion of national sovereignty. This proclaimed independence, frequently bolstered by strong anti-French…

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A french national detained in Senegal over homosexuality allegations

Aïcha Abdou

A French national has been held in detention in Senegal since February 14, facing charges that include “acts against nature.” This arrest comes as the West African nation has recently implemented stricter penalties for homosexual relations, a development confirmed by diplomatic officials on Friday, May 15. The individual, identified as an engineer in his thirties residing in Dakar, was apprehended on February 14, 2026. The charges against him encompass “acts against nature,” criminal conspiracy, money laundering, and attempted transmission of HIV. This detention occurred amidst a broader series of arrests…

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Ousmane sonko outlines pastef’s future at cité keur gorgui gathering

Aïcha Abdou

With less than three weeks remaining until its inaugural national congress, the Pastef leadership convened on Friday, May 15, at the Cité Keur Gorgui residence of their esteemed leader, Ousmane Sonko. The primary objective was to chart the course for the party’s most significant structural evolution. Attending this pivotal meeting were prominent figures and crucial lieutenants of the party, including El Malick Ndiaye, Birame Souleye Diop, Yassine Fall, Daouda Ngom, and Ayib Daffé, among others. The discussions were entirely shaped by the political agenda for the forthcoming weeks. Key deliberations…

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Senegal’s PASTEF: Sonko’s secret plan to reshape the party ahead of june congress

Aïcha Abdou

Behind closed doors: Sonko’s blueprint for PASTEF’s future In the heart of Dakar, the residence of Ousmane Sonko at Cité Keur Gorgui buzzed with intense political energy this past Friday, May 15, 2026. With Senegal’s first national PASTEF congress just three weeks away—scheduled for June 6, 2026—the opposition leader convened a high-stakes meeting of his inner circle. Among those gathered were El Malick Ndiaye, Birame Souleye Diop, Yassine Fall, Daouda Ngom, and Ayib Daffé, each a key architect of the party’s strategy. The closed-door session was far from routine. Its…

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Macron à Nairobi, l’Africa CEO Forum à Kigali, réformes au Cameroun et au Sénégal… Les 5 infos qu’il ne fallait pas manquer

Aïcha Abdou

Publié le 16 mai 2026 Lecture : 5 minutes. Fichier généré le Lire dans l’app Bonjour à toutes et tous, Bienvenue dans cette nouvelle édition du Brief de Jeune Afrique, LA newsletter qui revient sur l’essentiel de l’actualité politique et économique du continent. Voici le menu de la semaine : On revient sur le sommet Africa Forward et sur les déclarations d’Emmanuel Macron « On ne doit plus attendre de se faire arnaquer » : à l’Africa CEO Forum, le secteur privé africain sommé de changer d’échelle Vice-président de Paul Biya : un silence qui dure…

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French national detained in Senegal under anti-lgbt law

Aïcha Abdou

French tourist faces decade behind bars in Senegal A French national has been held in Senegalese custody since mid-February on charges that include unnatural acts, criminal conspiracy, money laundering, and attempted HIV transmission. Diplomatic sources confirm the arrest occurred amid a broader crackdown on alleged homosexual activity in the country. The detention follows Senegal’s recent tightening of legislation targeting same-sex relationships. Under the revised law, introduced in March, individuals convicted of such offenses now face sentences ranging from five to ten years imprisonment—a significant escalation compared to previous penalties. Legal…

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Un condemns deadly terrorist attacks in Mali

Ousmane Tandja

United Nations Security Council takes strong stance against recent violence in Mali The United Nations Security Council has issued a sharp condemnation of the brutal terrorist assaults carried out by Al-Qaïda-linked militants across Mali since April 25, demanding swift justice for those responsible. In an official statement released Friday, the Council emphasized the urgent need to hold accountable not only the direct perpetrators but also those who orchestrated, financed, or supported these heinous acts of violence. The West African nation has been grappling with escalating instability following the April 25-26…

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Sénégal’s anti-lgbtq laws escalate with harsher penalties

Aïcha Abdou

As Brussels prepares to mark three decades since its first Pride Parade—a milestone in the fight for visibility and equality—the situation in Senegal tells a starkly different story. In Dakar, a far darker reality is unfolding, where newly enacted legislation has institutionalized the persecution of LGBTQIA+ individuals, positioning the country among Africa’s most repressive. Under the guise of national sovereignty, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye signed into law a bill that drastically increases penalties for By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

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Sénégal secures 1311 billion FCFA from UEMOA market amid international financing challenges

Ousmane Tandja

Facing restricted access to eurobonds following the disclosure of its 2024 budget revisions, Sénégal has increasingly relied on the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) public securities market as its primary funding source. Over the initial four months of the fiscal year, the Senegalese Public Treasury successfully raised an impressive 1311.3 billion FCFA. This substantial volume highlights both the significant demand for budgetary coverage and Dakar’s strategic pivot towards regional investors, a move necessitated by persistent unfavorable pressure from rating agencies on the nation’s sovereign credit. Strategic pivot to…

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