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Journal 17h TU (29.06.26)
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Journal 17h TU (29.06.26)

PolitiqueAfriqueJournal 17h TU (29.06.26)PolitiqueAfriqueLa rédaction francophone de la DW29/06/202629 juin 2026Adoption de la loi de révision constitutionnelle au Sénégal. Retour de déplacés maliens dans le cercle de Bankass après un accord avec le Jnim. Adama Dieng analyse la violence xénophobe en Afrique du Sud. Focus RDC : débat entre Christian Lumu et Prince Epenge.https://p.dw.com/p/5GGmi By Fati Seyni — Analyst
Senegal’s National Assembly adopts constitutional revision law amid opposition boycott
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Senegal’s National Assembly adopts constitutional revision law amid opposition boycott

Senegal's National Assembly adopts constitutional revision law amid opposition boycottThe majority parliamentary group of Pastef voted in favor of the constitutional revision law, with 129 deputies supporting the proposal. The opposition, however, staged a boycott after one of its members, Abdou Mbow, was ejected from the chamber for refusing to leave the podium.The government was represented by Minister of Justice Moussa Sarr, who presented four government amendments. All were rejected by the majority deputies. I was present at the National Assembly during the vote.Opposition boycottOpposition deputies accused the President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, of violating internal regulations, leading them to boycott the session. They described the constitutional revision proposed by...
Development of the AES confederal parliament proceeds despite security challenges
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Development of the AES confederal parliament proceeds despite security challenges

The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) is moving forward with the establishment of its governing bodies. In Ouagadougou, the parliamentary leaders of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger were received by the President of the Confederation, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, to receive strategic directives prior to the official inauguration of the confederal parliament. Following this high-level meeting, officials indicated that the appointment of deputies is expected shortly, which will clear the way for the inaugural session of this new legislative assembly. The primary mandate of the confederal parliament will be to represent the citizens of the three member nations, support the initiatives of AES institutions, and help solidify the political vision established by the regional leadership. A new stage i...
Niger journalist soumana idrissa maïga arrested in Niamey, no official charges announced
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Niger journalist soumana idrissa maïga arrested in Niamey, no official charges announced

The director of publication of the private daily L’Enquêteur has been taken into custody by security forces in the capital. With no official reasons given, media professionals are on edge.NIAMEY – Concern is mounting within Niger’s media community. Soumana Idrissa Maïga, a well-known figure in the local media landscape and publisher of the newspaper L’Enquêteur, was arrested in Niamey by security forces.The news, confirmed by multiple concordant sources, spread quickly through the capital, reigniting debates about the practice of journalism in the region.Lack of procedural clarityAt present, a thick fog surrounds the exact circumstances and reasons for this arrest. Police and judicial authorities have provided no official justification for the detention. The journalist’s relatives, as well...
Fifa closes case on Algeria-Austria match-fixing claims
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Fifa closes case on Algeria-Austria match-fixing claims

Fifa has decided not to open an investigation into allegations that the World Cup group match between Austria and Algeria was fixed, despite suspicions that the result was prearranged to benefit both teams.According to reports, the two sides were accused of agreeing to share the points in their final group fixture to secure qualification together for the round of 16.The lively encounter ended 3-3, with Austria equalising in the 96th minute just three minutes after Riyad Mahrez had put Algeria ahead.That goal, which came after a five-minute move featuring 110 consecutive passes, could have eliminated Austria and sent them home.The already tense atmosphere nearly boiled over when Marco Arnautović was seen angrily gesturing towards the Algerian bench.In the end, Ralf Rangnick's side finished ...
Liverpool eye Bradley Barcola as Yan Diomande favours PSG move
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Liverpool eye Bradley Barcola as Yan Diomande favours PSG move

Liverpool have been forced to rethink their plans for a high-profile winger after top target Yan Diomande made it clear he wants to join Paris Saint-Germain. The Reds are now exploring the possibility of signing Bradley Barcola, who is also under contract with the Parisian club, as a long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah.Diomande leaning toward the Parc des PrincesLiverpool have dropped their pursuit of Diomande, the RB Leipzig teenage sensation. The 19-year-old winger, who impressed during the World Cup, is now expected to commit to the Ligue 1 champions.The PSG camp is highly confident that a deal with Leipzig will be finalised quickly. The Bundesliga side initially demanded a huge fee, which cooled the Reds' interest as they refused to exceed their own internal valuation of the young ...
Senegal passes constitutional revision, Sonko challenges Faye on asset pledge
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Senegal passes constitutional revision, Sonko challenges Faye on asset pledge

On Monday, June 29, 2026, Senegal's National Assembly overwhelmingly approved the proposed constitutional revision law. Despite the opposition's boycott of the session, the 129 deputies from the ruling Pastef party present in the chamber voted in favour.Following the vote, National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko addressed the disagreements between himself and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over specific provisions in the text."We still hope. Because it is never too late to return to what matters, to what defines his political soul. I do not believe he could have changed so much in such a short time," Sonko said, addressing the head of state directly.Sonko specifically raised the issue of the president's asset declaration. According to him, the original draft required a declaration both ...
Mali escalation of violence and economic strangulation by armed groups
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Mali escalation of violence and economic strangulation by armed groups

Human rights watch highlights coordinated abuses amid Mali’s deepening crisis In the wake of Mali’s military escalation since April 25, a new investigation uncovers a disturbing pattern of civilian suffering at the hands of armed factions. Human Rights Watch has documented widespread abuses linked to government forces, allied Russian military instructors, and Islamist insurgents, revealing a dual strategy of violence and economic blockade that is pushing communities to the brink. Kidal’s fall triggers brutal counteroffensive The capture of Kidal on April 25 by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) and the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) marked the beginning of a new phase in Mali’s conflict. The loss of the Defense minister, Sadio Camara, during the offensive prompted a ra...
Ousmane Sonko reaffirms the stability of Sénégal against political agitation
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Ousmane Sonko reaffirms the stability of Sénégal against political agitation

Amidst a climate of political and media turbulence, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has stepped forward to emphasize the resilience of national institutions and the maintenance of civil order. Backed by a parliamentary majority, he has positioned the legislative body as the ultimate protector of the nation’s peace and security. A firm commitment to national order The Prime Minister’s message was characterized by its uncompromising and steady tone. Addressing the citizens of Sénégal directly, Ousmane Sonko dismissed ongoing rumors regarding institutional friction and the threat of crisis. He made it clear that the country's security is non-negotiable and will remain unshakeable despite external commentary. Describing current tensions as mere "storms in a teacup," Ousmane Sonko criticized th...
Mali’s dogon displaced return home under strict jihadist rules
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Mali’s dogon displaced return home under strict jihadist rules

In Mali, thousands of displaced people have chosen to return to their homes in the Bankass circle, located in the central region. This move became possible after local communities reached agreements with the Jnim, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims, an Al-Qaeda affiliate.Villagers can now reclaim their houses and farmland, but under conditions set by the jihadist groups. Women must wear the veil, and Western-style education is banned in schools.School closures and mandatory veiling imposedThese conditions cover dress codes and prayer rituals. Men are required to wear short trousers, state-run schools are shut down, prohibiting Western teaching, and all women must wear the veil.In return, the villagers—mostly Fulani and Dogon—are allowed to resume farming and herding at the star...
Sonko urges Diomaye to sign constitutional revision into law
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Sonko urges Diomaye to sign constitutional revision into law

Ousmane Sonko, speaker of Senegal's National Assembly, has called on President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to enact the constitutional revision law passed by lawmakers on Monday with a qualified majority. Sonko argued that the head of state cannot pick and choose which constitutional provisions to accept, nor can he submit the text to a referendum. In his view, the three-fifths vote in the assembly constitutes both adoption and approval. Speaking after the vote, Sonko reminded that the constituent power lies with the National Assembly when it is in session. He stated that the president's referral to the Constitutional Council was unjustified, noting that the high court has already ruled on the procedure for constitutional revisions adopted by parliament. The National Assembly speaker also critic...
Displaced dogons return to Mali amid strict jnim conditions
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Displaced dogons return to Mali amid strict jnim conditions

displaced dogons return to Mali amid strict jnim conditionsThousands of displaced Dogon people are now making their way back to their home communities within the Bankass circle, located in central Mali. This significant return has been facilitated by recently forged local agreements between various village communities and the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (Jnim), an organization with ties to Al Qaïda.While villagers are regaining access to their homes and agricultural lands, these returns come with stringent conditions imposed by the jihadist groups. These rules include mandatory veiling for women and a prohibition on Western-style education in local schools.School closures and dress codes enforcedThe conditions extend to strict dress codes and prescribed prayer rituals. Men, ...