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Article réservé aux abonnés Ousmane Sonko's constitutional council verdict: unexpected implications for sénégalese jurisprudence The recent ruling by Senegal's Constitutional Council concerning Ousmane Sonko's potential reinstatement to the National Assembly has ignited intense debate and critical legal scrutiny across the nation. This significant decision, which some perceive as signaling a shift in constitutional jurisprudence, raises fundamental questions about the consistency of institutional responses to crucial constitutional matters, impacting governance Africa. The judgment issued on June 17, 2026, by Senegal's constitutional judge, pertaining to the rei...

À la unePolitique Révision constitutionnelle : Ousmane Sonko fixe un «ultimatum au président Bassirou Diomaye Faye» 19/06/2026 Dakar — Following the Conference of Presidents (CDP) held this Friday, June 19th, Senegal's National Assembly has finalized an ambitious legislative agenda. Key bills concerning the Labor Code and the Social Security Code are slated for commission review on Saturday, June 20th, with their subsequent passage to a plenary session scheduled for Monday, June 22nd. However, significant attention remains fixed on the proposed constitutional revision bill. Ousmane S...

Political rifts in Senegal: a strategic opening for opposition forces? The evolving relationship between prominent figures within Senegal’s political landscape is creating unexpected opportunities for opposition groups. With tensions escalating between key allies, analysts are closely examining how this divide might reshape the balance of power in the country’s governance. Following a period of collaboration that once defined their shared vision, the current fractures within this alliance are drawing significant attention. The question on many observers’ minds is whether opposition parties can capitalize on this discord to strengthen their own positions ahead of upcoming challenges. Understanding the roots of the division The split between these influential leaders did not emerge overn...

Les rebelles du M23 à Bukavu le 20 février 2025 Sécurité During a recent live Space discussion, veteran opposition figure and former Deputy Prime Minister, José Makila Sumanda, offered sharp critiques concerning the security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Makila notably challenged prevailing assumptions about the M23 rebel movement and its historical connections to former President Joseph Kabila, redirecting accountability toward the current administration.Makila staunchly refuted claims of any complicity between ex-President Joseph Kabila and the M23 rebels, specifically addressing Kabila's presence in M23-controlled regions. He asserted that no M23 members ever provided protection for Kabila, underscoring that all i...

AFTER CONSTITUTIONAL COUNCIL'S OUSMANE SONKO DECISIONThe Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR) advocates for a broad alliance against the government   The Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR), a prominent opposition coalition, has voiced its concerns following the Constitutional Council's ruling on Ousmane Sonko's reinstatement to the National Assembly. In a statement released this past Thursday, the coalition asserted that this judicial decision does not resolve the underlying political debate surrounding the former Prime Minister's return to his parliamentary seat. While acknowledging the Sages' (Constitutional Council members) declaration of incompetence regarding the forfeiture claim brought by the petitioners, the FDR maintains that this f...

The Constitutional Council: from boldness to evasion   On February 15, 2024, the Senegalese Constitutional Council demonstrated surprising courage. Confronted with a significant institutional crisis, it fully embraced its mandate as the guardian of constitutional supremacy and the regulator of institutional operations. However, on June 17, 2026, when presented with an appeal challenging the National Assembly Bureau's decision to reinstate Mr. Ousmane Sonko as a deputy, the very same institution appeared to take a different path. The Council chose not to rule on the core of the dispute, instead declaring itself incompetent. While this might initially seem like a purely technical decision, it, in fact, raises a much more profound question: how does the Constitutional Counc...

Members of Bénin's 10th legislature are gathering this Friday at the historic Palais des Gouverneurs to address two pivotal legislative proposals. The urgent session, convened by National Assembly President Joseph Djogbénou, focuses on a rectifying budget bill for the year 2026 and amendments to the law governing the organization and operations of the Mediator of the Republic. The Conference of Presidents endorsed this accelerated timetable, underscoring the necessity for prompt review and voting on these critical texts. This rapid legislative action aligns public policy with the new governmental structure following President Romuald Wadagni's inauguration and the strategic directives he has outlined for Bénin's future, impacting governance Africa.The proposed rectifying budget sees the ge...

Following their shared journey in bringing the Pastef party (African Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity) to power in March 2024, Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko are now engaged in a political struggle that is reshaping Senegal's institutional balance. Sonko's dismissal from the Prime Minister's office, swiftly followed by his return to the National Assembly and subsequent election as its head, signals an unprecedented new chapter in Senegal’s political narrative.This recent sequence pits a president, endowed with significant constitutional prerogatives, against a political leader widely supported by his party and commanding a substantial parliamentary majority. This development invites a deeper analysis into the leverage each figure possesses and the factors likel...

Ecouter l'article From June 29 to July 1, 2026, Gabon will host a significant international evaluation mission in Libreville. This visit forms part of the second review cycle for the implementation of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC). This strategic engagement will allow experts from the UN, Chad, and Libya to thoroughly assess the nation's progress in preventing corruption and recovering illicit assets, a key aspect of governance in Africa. Following years of institutional reforms and the strengthening of public oversight mechanisms, Gabon is poised to embark on a new phase in its commitment to combating corruption. The National Commission for the Fight Against Corruption and Illicit Enrichment (CNLCEI) has confirmed that the “country visit” phase of the secon...

During a recent assembly of the Centrist Democrat International (CDI), Nizar Baraka delivered a compelling address, urging centrist political parties to move beyond conventional discourse and instead embrace a proactive stance. He called for them to become a formidable force for tangible action in addressing the complex global challenges of our era. The esteemed Secretary-General of the Istiqlal Party additionally championed the vital importance of greater involvement from both young people and women in shaping future policies and diplomatic strategies. Baraka also clearly articulated Morocco's key diplomatic priorities, highlighting its significant role across the African continent and its unwavering focus on the Sahara issue, emphasizing a robust approach to governance Africa and African...