African economic and political shifts: a weekly overview

1. Emmanuel Macron redefines France’s africa policy in Nairobi Key takeaways. President Emmanuel Macron outlined a significant shift in France’s Africa policy during an extensive interview preceding the Africa Forward…

French national jailed in Senegal under anti-lbgtq+ law

Two months behind bars for alleged offenses A French national has been held in a Senegalese detention facility since mid-February after being charged under the country’s strict anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. The…

United Nations condemns recent terrorist strikes in Mali

The United Nations Security Council has voiced its strong disapproval of the “vile terrorist” operations carried out by Al-Qaeda-linked militants in Mali. These violent acts, which began on April 25,…

Sénégal cracks down on lgbtqia+ rights with stricter anti-homosexuality laws

The recent legislative shift in Sénégal has intensified the persecution of LGBTQIA+ individuals, with new laws doubling prison sentences for same-sex relationships and imposing severe financial penalties. This development underscores…

Sénégal secures 1.3 trillion FCFA from UEMOA market amid financing shift

Following its exclusion from eurobond markets due to recent revelations regarding 2024 budget revisions, Sénégal has strategically pivoted to the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) public securities market…

Arsenal prepares for crucial home clash against burnley

With a maiden Premier League title since 2004 within reach, Arsenal understands the imperative of approaching every remaining fixture with utmost seriousness. The narrow 1-0 victory over West Ham last…

Algeria and Chad advance trans-Saharan road and power plant projects

Historic agreements signed to bolster infrastructure and energy cooperation Algeria and Chad have taken a significant step forward in their strategic partnership, marking a new phase in South-South collaboration. Two…

Protesters rally against green city project at lac rose in Senegal

Protesters rally against green city project at Lac Rose in Senegal Yahoo Friday, May 15, 2026 Local residents and environmental advocates are raising their voices against the green city project…

Senegal political party pastf addresses resignation rumors amid internal unity push

Senegal: PASTEF-Les Patriotes reaffirms unity following Sonko resignation claims Tensions within Senegal’s PASTEF-Les Patriotes party have sparked public debate after rumors surfaced regarding a potential resignation by its leader, Ousmane…

Senegal politics: pastef denies sonko resignation amid media claims

Senegal politics: pastef denies sonko resignation amid media claims In a move that has sent ripples through Senegal’s political landscape, journalist Madiambal Diagne sparked controversy by suggesting that Prime Minister…

Senegal detains politician linked to Ousmane Sonko over alleged unnatural acts

At the age of 51, Matar Ndiaga Seck—widely regarded in Senegalese political circles as a close associate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko—has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations…

Senegal arrests local figure linked to sonko amid anti-lgbtq+ law crackdown

At the age of 51, Matar Ndiaga Seck, a political figure widely described as a close associate of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations…