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In a series of political maneuvers that appear meticulously planned, Ousmane Sonko has ascended to the presidency of Senegal’s National Assembly, raising questions about the nation’s institutional stability. Following his …
Senegal’s political landscape shifts with Sonko’s rise Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire strengthens ties with Rwanda ahead of Basketball Africa League event The Rwandan capital, Kigali, recently hosted a high-level Ivorian delegation led by Minister of State Kobenan Kouassi Adjoumani, …
Ivorian delegation meets Rwanda’s Kagame ahead of BAL investor event Read More
Just four days after being removed from his role as Prime Minister by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Ousmane Sonko has been elected President of Senegal’s National Assembly. The parliamentary session …
Sonko returns to power as Senegal assembly president after prime ministerial dismissal Read More
Ousmane Sonko elected President of Senegal’s National Assembly following political upheaval Former Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has been elected President of the National Assembly just days after being dismissed …
Ousmane sonko elected Senegal parliament president amid political tensions Read More
International Senegal: Ousmane Sonko elected Speaker of the National Assembly Days after his dismissal as Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko has been elected Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly. ParMay 26, 2026 …
Senegal Ousmane Sonko elected speaker of national assembly Read More
President Romuald Wadagni hosts Mali’s Foreign Minister in Cotonou During the official ceremonies marking his inauguration, the newly elected President of the Republic of Bénin, Romuald Wadagni, held a high-level …
Benin and Mali strengthen diplomatic ties with shared vision and cooperation Read More
As the Tabaski festivities approached, the government in Burkina Faso implemented a significant policy choice: an outright prohibition on cattle exports. This decision aimed to prioritize the affordability for local …
Burkina Faso’s cattle export ban: a high-stakes gamble for economic stability Read More
Amidst the complex geopolitical landscape of West Africa, recent commercial directives from Niger’s transitional authorities are drawing significant scrutiny from economic operators and regional analysts alike. While trade routes to …
Niger’s new trade route: a month-long opening to Algeria as southern borders remain closed Read More
The diplomatic landscape between Benin and Niger is shifting gears. A high-level Nigerien delegation, led by the Prime Minister, attended the inauguration of Benin’s new president in Cotonou—a move widely …
Benin and Niger mend diplomatic fences after leadership change Read MoreAbidjan’s daily newspapers on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, extensively covered several pivotal national developments. Key among these were the heartfelt tributes paid to the President of the Republic in the …
Côte d’Ivoire’s vibrant agenda: kabadougou celebrates progress, major oil investment announced, and pdci-rda gears up for 80th anniversary Read More
Nearly four years after the Mouvement patriotique pour la sauvegarde et la restauration (MPSR II) seized power, the security landscape across Burkina Faso remains profoundly concerning. The Union générale des …
Burkina Faso’s security strategy under fire: student union challenges mpsr ii’s governance Read More
Ligue des Champions : en Île-de-France, le casse-tête sécuritaire des fan-zones pour la finale PSG-Arsenal Île-de-France With the PSG-Arsenal Champions League final fast approaching on May 30, Île-de-France faces significant security …
Psg-arsenal champions league final: île-de-France grapples with fan zone security Read More