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Togo’s visa exemption: a strategic move cloaked in panafricanism
Togo’s visa-free policy: a closer look at the fine print The announcement of visa exemptions for all African nationals by the Togolese government has generated significant buzz, positioning Lomé as
Read MoreSenegal’s political funds debate: Sonko challenges president on transparency
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has publicly challenged President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over the handling of political funds, drawing a clear line between their approaches to governance. Speaking
Read MoreSenegal’s economic vision: thousands of jobs announced by prime minister Ousmane Sonko
Senegal’s Economic Revival: Ousmane Sonko Pledges Thousands of Jobs for Youth In a bold declaration before the National Assembly, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has placed employment at the heart
Read MoreSenegal’s prime minister condemns western ‘tyranny’ over homosexuality laws
The Senegalese government has recently tightened penalties for same-sex relationships, doubling prison sentences to five to ten years. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has now publicly denounced what he describes as
Read MoreSenegal cracks down on unnatural acts: Sonko vows no one is spared
During a heated session at the National Assembly addressing concerns over acts against nature, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivered a resolute message: the newly reinforced legislation will be enforced without
Read MoreSonko challenges president faye on political funds transparency
In a sharp divergence of views within Senegal’s leadership, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has openly challenged President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over the management of political funds—a long-standing controversy that resurfaced
Read MorePastef 2026: Ousmane Sonko remains sole eligible candidate for party leadership
Only Ousmane Sonko’s bid for the presidency of Pastef-Les Patriotes has been validated so far, according to the provisional candidate list released by the party’s High Authority for Regulation (HARP).
Read MoreSenegal’s prime minister rejects western pressure on homosexuality law
The Senegalese government has doubled down on its controversial stance against homosexuality, with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko firmly rejecting international criticism of the recent legal amendments that toughen penalties for
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire enhances northern defense with EU-backed projects
The latest headlines in Ivorian press on May 22, 2026, highlight significant developments in defense infrastructure, media regulation, and religious observances across the country. Northern Côte d’Ivoire receives strategic defense
Read MoreSenegal’s PM Sonko rejects Western influence on homosexuality laws
Senegal’s Prime Minister Condemns Western Interference on Homosexuality In a forceful address to lawmakers, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has vigorously defended the country’s recent legal amendments targeting same-sex relationships,
Read MoreSenegal prime minister slams western pressure on homosexuality law
Senegal prime minister slams western pressure on homosexuality law Actus. Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko vigorously defended Friday the controversial new law that toughens penalties for same-sex relations, rejecting any
Read MoreSenegal’s prime minister condemns western pressure over anti-lgbt law
During a parliamentary session, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko delivered a sharp rebuke to Western powers, accusing them of attempting to enforce their values on nations with different cultural and
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