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Sonko pushes back against international criticism over anti-LGBTQ+ legislation The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has forcefully rejected any external pressure regarding the newly enacted legislation that intensifies penalties …
Senegal prime minister condemns western pressure on LGBTQ+ rights Read More
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has strongly defended the nation’s recently enacted legislation that increases penalties for same-sex relationships, declaring it off-limits to external interference. During a heated …
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Senegal’s leader takes a firm stand against unnatural acts with new legislation On Friday, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivered a resolute message before the National Assembly, defending the newly …
Senegal’s prime minister enforces strict anti-gay law at parliament session Read MoreAbidjan, 22 May 2026 — The ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (CCDG) has joined forces with UN Women and multiple ECOWAS agencies to validate a groundbreaking regional programme focused on …
Regional gender and green economy program launched in Abidjan Read More
Breaking News Politics Live Session Government Accountability Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addresses parliament on national priorities The National Assembly of Senegal convened a high-stakes plenary session today to address …
Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko faces lawmakers in national assembly session Read More
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has launched a sweeping crackdown on excessive international travel by top government officials, including directors-general and cabinet ministers. The move marks a bold step to curb …
Strict oversight on overseas travel for senior officials under sonko Read MoreRegional initiative to boost gender equality and climate resilience The Economic Community of West African States (CEDEAO) Gender Development Centre (CCDG), in partnership with UN Women and specialized agencies, has …
CEDEAO and un Women launch green economy gender program in West Africa Read More
West Africa is set to witness a landmark event in 2026 as Chad prepares to host the African Water Forum in its capital, N’Djamena. Scheduled for July 15-16, 2026, this …
N’Djamena to host African water forum in 2026 Read More
The Patriotic Africans of Senegal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity (Pastef) is set to hold its inaugural national elective congress on June 6–7, 2026, in Dakar. The primary agenda? Electing …
Senegal pastef chooses ousmane sonko as sole presidential candidate for 2026 congress Read More
Nigerian military authorities have confirmed that the kidnapping of dozens of students and teachers in southern Nigeria’s Oyo State was carried out by Boko Haram fighters. The incident unfolded last …
Nigeria school abduction linked to Boko Haram militants Read More
In Senegal, a fresh wave of political activity this week highlights the delicate balance at the heart of the executive branch, where President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane …
Senegal’s political tensions rise as Diomaye Faye and Sonko clash over agendas Read MoreAbidjan, 22 May 2026 – The pan-African initiative Les Bâtisseurs de l’Économie Africaine has revealed its 20th-anniversary laureates, honouring nations whose public policies and sectoral achievements have driven economic and …
Côte d’Ivoire tops African economic awards for agriculture policies Read More