The Movement for Gabon’s Greatness (MGG) and its leader, Christian Mermance N’nang Nsome, have issued an urgent call for the unconditional release of Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nzé, former Prime Minister and current…
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Political funds controversy in Senegal: history and current debate
The controversy surrounding political funds in Senegal has recently erupted as one of the most heated discussions in the country’s political arena. On television talk shows, social media platforms like…
Activists in Gabon face criticism over abusive rhetoric
In response to rising verbal abuse from certain Gabonese activists abroad, civil society leader Geoffroy Foumboula Libeka Makosso has drawn a clear line between free speech and harmful rhetoric. Speaking…
Sénégal: ousmane sonko addresses assembly critics, unveils ambitious legislative agenda
EXTRAORDINARY ASSEMBLY SESSION Ousmane Sonko addresses critics and sets the course Amidst a wave of criticism and dissent surrounding the convocation of the National Assembly’s extraordinary session, Speaker Ousmane…
Senegal: local election postponement fears amidst political shifts
A significant political divergence has emerged in Senegal between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his former key ally, Ousmane Sonko. This developing rift has led to accusations from Sonko’s supporters,…
Senegal’s national assembly tackles key legislative reforms under ousmane sonko’s leadership
National assembly: ousmane sonko convenes technical commissions Senegalese lawmakers at the National Assembly commenced a series of technical commission reviews this Wednesday, August 12, 2026, focusing on critical legislative proposals.…
SOGEPA chief challenges claims about Ousmane Sonko and political funds
Politics SOGEPA chief challenges claims about Ousmane Sonko and political funds The Managing Director of the State Property Management and Exploitation Company (SOGEPA) questions the claim that former Prime Minister…
Chad’s reconciliation illusion: how presidential pardons shape politics
In his latest address marking Chad’s Independence Day on August 11, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno demonstrated a masterclass in political communication. The speech blended republican resolve with calculated magnanimity,…
Political easing in DR Congo ahead of national dialogue
The political climate in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) appears to be shifting, with signs of easing tensions ahead of an anticipated national dialogue. High-level discussions have…
How Bénin’s Senate will operate with five key legal acts
How Bénin’s Senate will operate with five key legal acts The Bénin Senate has now defined the five legal instruments through which it will exercise its powers, following the adoption…
Senegal assembly rejects seven presidential bills proposed by bassirou diomaye faye
The President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, announced yesterday that seven legislative proposals submitted by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye would not be included in the agenda of the first…
Leadership transition in ivoire’s PPA-CI party sparks political analysis
Ivorian party PPA-CI undergoes leadership restructuring ahead of potential post-Gbagbo era In a strategic move, Côte d’Ivoire’s Parti populaire africain de Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) has reshuffled its leadership structure, entrusting…