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In a move that has sparked intense debate, Abdou Lô — identified as the younger brother of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ahmadou Al-Aminou Lô — has officially become a member of …
Abdou Lô joins PASTEF: symbolism amid political tensions in Senegal Read More
Behind the recurring diplomatic tensions between Morocco and Spain—whether over migration flows, territorial disputes, or security cooperation—lies a less visible but strategically crucial factor: energy dependency. While Rabat frequently asserts …
Spain’s hidden leverage over Morocco in energy ties Read More
Sonko warns Faye over parliament dissolution amid Senegal political tensions
Sonko warns Faye over parliament dissolution amid Senegal political tensions Read More
The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues its relentless spread, with no signs of abating. On August 5, the Deputy Medical Director of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) …
Ebola outbreak in democratic republic of Congo spirals out of control Read More
The enduring US-Morocco alliance: historical roots and its role in Ceuta’s migration crisis In a striking gesture of diplomatic appreciation, King Mohammed VI of Morocco recently renamed a 1,000-kilometer highway …
Roots and impact of the US Morocco alliance in the ceuta migration crisis Read More
The prospect of dissolving Senegal’s National Assembly remains a central topic in the nation’s political discourse. At a Pastef rally held this Saturday in Linguère, Ousmane Sonko articulated his firm …
Ousmane Sonko warns of electoral defeat for Senegal’s ruling power amid assembly dissolution talks Read More
The Gabonese government’s decision to abolish automatic seniority-based promotions in the civil service marks a significant policy shift. By eliminating this long-standing automatic progression system, authorities aim to address what …
Gabon’s civil service reform sparks debate on merit and fairness Read More
In the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Ituri province witnessed another brutal assault attributed to the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), an Ugandan-origin armed group linked to the Islamic …
Deadly ADF attack leaves 13 civilians dead in Ituri province Read More
In a notable moment for Senegal’s political landscape, the release of a new book by Oumar Demba Bâ, former diplomatic advisor to outgoing President Macky Sall, has shed light on …
Inside look at Macky Sall’s foreign policy through new book Read More
This Sunday, August 9, 2026, several significant events shaped the daily discourse in Sénégal. Ousmane Sonko gathered thousands of supporters at a rally in Linguère, where he voiced strong criticism …
Senegal’s sunday digest: political discourse, weather warnings, and economic initiatives on august 9, 2026 Read More
Ousmane Sonko energized thousands of supporters at a rally in Linguère, where he launched a strong critique against the incumbent president’s governance, highlighting a stark disparity between public aspirations and …
Ousmane Sonko’s fiery address in Linguère targets Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s administration Read More
In Yaoundé, the political atmosphere is marked by a quiet yet profound anticipation of future developments. At the heart of this period are key figures like President Paul Biya, often …
Yaoundé’s political pulse: anticipating Cameroon’s future Read More