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In his hometown of Mbour, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal sent a clear signal to his former party, the Pastef, during a coalition gathering. The event, officially presented as a performance review, carried significant political weight—both for internal power dynamics within the ruling majority and for upcoming electoral challenges. Establishing an independent presidential leadership For months, the Senegalese president has been working to distance himself from the Pastef, the political movement led by his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko. In a widely discussed interview earlier this month, Faye criticized what…

The political landscape in Chad is facing unprecedented turbulence as the Supreme Court’s dissolution of the GCAP coalition and the subsequent eight-year prison sentences handed to its eight top leaders have left the structured opposition severely weakened. According to political analyst Abouna Alhadj, these judicial actions are merely the surface-level manifestations of a deeper crisis: the opposition’s struggle to reinvent itself and unite under a regime that has firmly established its own priorities. Judicial repression and strategic maneuvers « The immediate consequence is the weakening of what little remained of…

Mali’s security landscape has grown increasingly volatile following coordinated attacks in late April 2026, which targeted multiple cities and resulted in the deaths of Defense Minister Sadio Camara and several Malian soldiers. This escalation marks another chapter in years of rising violence against state institutions and military forces across the country. Researchers examining insecurity and political dynamics in West Africa and the Sahel over the past decade highlight deep-seated grievances among the Tuareg communities—nomadic Berber groups in northern Mali—as a primary driver behind recent hostilities. These communities have long raised…

Senegal is currently navigating a pivotal phase in its political evolution, one that challenges long-standing perceptions of its governance. At the heart of this transformation lies a fundamental reassessment of the Parliament’s role, prompting debates on whether the nation is facing institutional turmoil or embarking on a democratic resurgence. Far from a mere political spectacle, this shift forces a deeper examination of the very foundations of state authority. the executive’s historical dominance and its consequences Analysts have long pointed to Senegal’s political system as one characterized by an overpowering Executive…

Understanding the delicate dance in Senegal’s political arena In the aftermath of a coalition event in Mbour, orchestrated by Sokhna Aminata Touré Mimi alongside key allies like Thiamigne Abdourakhmane Diouf, Me Abdoulaye Tine, and Serigne Guèye Diop, the intricate layers of Senegalese political maneuvering have come to the fore. The scene mirrors the complexities of a relationship where mutual appreciation is overshadowed by underlying tensions. Senegal’s political landscape often feels like a theatrical performance, where every move is calculated and every word carries weight. Three key perspectives emerge from this…

Togo opposition unites in new coalition to challenge constitutional reforms A fresh wave of political mobilization swept through Lomé on Saturday, May 9, as Togo’s opposition launched its first major public gathering under the banner of the Cadre national de concertation pour le changement au Togo (CNCC). This newly formed coalition brings together four opposition parties alongside civil society organizations, marking a significant escalation in the country’s political landscape. The meeting follows growing discontent over the 2024 constitutional amendments that opposition figures argue were designed to extend President Faure Gnassingbé’s…

Taxawu Sénégal officially transitioned from a political platform to a fully structured party during its constitutive congress in Dakar on Sunday, May 10. The landmark event, held under the theme “From platform to political party: Rethinking the social contract for a sovereign, just, united and prosperous Sénégal”, brought together militants, leaders and supporters to define a bold new strategic direction. At the end of the proceedings, Khalifa Ababacar Sall was overwhelmingly acclaimed as the party’s leader in an atmosphere of enthusiasm and unwavering commitment. In a speech blending sharp critique…