Côte d’Ivoire leads in African economic policies with top honors

Abidjan, May 22, 2026 — The Builders of the African Economy platform has unveiled its 20th-anniversary laureates, recognizing nations across the continent for their outstanding public policies and sectoral achievements…

Senegal’s stance on homosexuality: Sonko vows tougher laws amid international criticism

Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again underscored the government’s commitment to tightening laws against homosexuality, emphasizing the necessity of strict enforcement. In a climate of mounting international scrutiny,…

Senegal’s prime minister defends strict stance on homosexuality laws

Senegal’s leadership stands firm against homosexuality amid global scrutiny Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has once again reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening legislation against homosexuality, emphasizing the need for…

Finadev Tchad liquidated by cobac after licence revocation

The Central African Banking Commission (COBAC) has revoked the operating licence of Financial Development Tchad (FINADEV Tchad S.A.), a second-tier microfinance institution headquartered in N’Djamena. The decision, issued on February…

Nigerian army blames Boko Haram for child abductions in southern regions

Military confirms Boko Haram’s renewed threat in southern regions Nigerian armed forces have attributed recent child abductions in the southern belt of the country to the notorious extremist group Boko…

Islamic state in the Sahel: persistent influence despite JNIM’s rise

The Islamic State in the Sahel Province (ISSP), formerly known as the EIGS, continues to exert a significant presence in Mali’s northeastern regions. While much of the public’s focus has…

Tottenham’s Romero misses crucial match due to argentina league final

Tottenham Hotspur faces a pivotal moment in their Premier League survival bid this weekend, but their captain Cristian Romero will not be in the stands at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.…

Côte d’ivoire launches financial services user satisfaction barometer

Côte d’Ivoire has unveiled a groundbreaking digital barometer designed to track and measure user satisfaction with financial services across the country. Officially introduced in Abidjan on 21 May 2026, the…

Tchad supreme court upholds 20-year prison sentence for Succès Masra

In a final judicial ruling, the Supreme Court in N’Djamena has dismissed the cassation appeal filed by the legal representatives of former Prime Minister Succès Masra. This verdict solidifies his…

Ousmane Sonko addresses parliament on national values and economic accountability

Ousmane Sonko faces legislative inquiry on national issues The Prime Minister of Sénégal, Ousmane Sonko, recently appeared before the National Assembly to respond to various inquiries regarding the current state…

PASTEF validates only Ousmane Sonko’s presidential bid

The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of PASTEF-Les Patriotes has released decision no. 002/2026/HARP, which outlines the provisional list of candidates vying for the party presidency. Following a thorough…

Senegal prime minister faces heated questions in national assembly

This friday, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will stand before the National Assembly to address pressing questions during a highly anticipated session. The rare direct interaction between the head of…