Political fallout between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko must not overshadow governance failures
The collaboration between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko was built on shared promises—yet many remained unfulfilled. One such pledge was the reform of the Supreme Council of Magistrates, a…
Senegal’s constitutional overhaul: civil society and opposition forge consensus
Senegal’s much-anticipated constitutional reform, announced by the nation’s leadership, is now entering a critical phase of extensive consultations. A key meeting recently took place between a delegation from the Civil…
Senegal implements fuel price hikes for super and diesel
A significant adjustment to fuel prices in Sénégal became effective on August 15, 2026, following a government decision. This increase impacts both super petrol and diesel, two essential commodities whose…
Crystal Palace secures Israeli winger from Union Saint-Gilloise in £24.5m deal
The Belgian club Union Saint-Gilloise has finalized a groundbreaking transfer deal as their star Israeli winger, Anan Khalaili, joins Crystal Palace in a five-year contract. The Premier League side has…
Chad’s political landscape: expert weighs in on pardons and the path to reconciliation
In Chad, President Mahamat Idriss Déby recently issued a decree granting a full pardon to political opposition figure and former Prime Minister, Succès Masra. Masra had been serving a 20-year…
Khalifa Sall advocates for public asset declarations in Sénégal
The discourse surrounding asset declarations is once again prominent in Sénégal, with Khalifa Sall positioning himself as a leading voice for change. The former Mayor of Dakar and a prominent…
Senegal’s daily briefing: legislative debates, weather alerts, and financial news on august 15, 2026
On August 15, 2026, Senegal experienced a flurry of significant developments. The government sought clarification from the Constitutional Council regarding the framework for special funds, leading to the postponement of…
Morocco reinforces Ceuta border amid false migration claims
False social media claims spark concerns over Ceuta migration Social media rumors claiming that the border between Morocco and Spain’s Ceuta enclave would open on Saturday, August 15, have prompted…


















