With Senegal’s local elections just one year away, mounting tensions between Pastef senior figures Abass Fall and Khouraïchi Thiam have cast a shadow over the […]
Author: Ramatou Soumana
Journalist
Senegal struggles with a decline in female political representation
While Sénégal is often cited as a democratic beacon in Afrique, the country is currently facing significant hurdles in ensuring women are represented within its […]
Senegal’s political landscape: women’s role in nation-building highlighted
Advocacy for increased female political representation in Senegal On May 19, 2026, in Dakar, the Réseau des femmes leaders pour le développement (RFLD) emphasized the […]
Niamey’s oil pivot: military regime signs deals amid financial squeeze
Despite bold declarations of regained sovereignty and a clean break with former partners, economic realities have delivered a harsh reality check to Niger’s military-led government. […]
Senegal’s economic recovery plan faces scrutiny amid fmi negotiations
Senegal’s PRES generates 63.4 billion CFA francs in 2024 amid IMF talks Finance Minister Cheikh Diba reported to the National Assembly this week that the […]
Niamey’s oil pivot: military regime signs deals amid financial squeeze
Despite bold declarations of regained sovereignty and a clean break with former partners, economic realities have delivered a harsh reality check to Niger’s military-led government. […]
Bournemouth manager admits Arsenal’s title win was unaffected by draw
Bournemouth manager admits Arsenal’s title win was unaffected by draw Following the goalless draw between Bournemouth and Manchester City on Tuesday, Andoni Iraola, the Spanish […]
Senegal mayor and urban project leader questioned in public funds dispute
In a significant development, the legal saga involving Fadilou Kéita, Director-General of Senegal’s Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC), has reached a critical phase. The […]
Senegal’s tabaski dilemma: the mounting cost of tradition and social pressure
Economic Investigation Senegal’s tabaski dilemma: the mounting cost of tradition and social pressure Each year, millions of Senegalese families plunge into debt to acquire a […]
Senegal judicial probe targets former ally of ex-president
The judicial landscape in Dakar has shifted gears as prosecutors initiate proceedings against Thierno Lô, a prominent former minister and longtime associate of former President […]
Senegal halts road convoys to Mali amid rising jihadist threats
The Dakar-Bamako road corridor, the lifeline connecting Senegal and Mali, is facing unprecedented security challenges. The Union of Senegalese Truck Drivers (URS) has instructed its […]
Chad reshuffles top security posts with key appointments
Chad Chad reshuffles top security posts with key appointments N’Djamena reshapes its security leadership with strategic appointments in the Ministry of Public Security, elevating experienced […]