The African Tribune

Gabon’s transitional leader Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has disclosed turning down a formal proposal from the United States to accept migrants expelled from American soil. The revelation, shared during an international broadcast interview, positions Libreville in stark contrast to Washington’s ongoing diplomatic push across African capitals since Donald Trump’s return to the White House in early 2025. Gabon stands firm against Washington’s migrant relocation agenda The Gabonese head of state confirmed that US officials approached Gabon with an agreement under which the Central African nation would host non-citizens removed from the United States. Oligui Nguema stated he categorically rejected the proposal, though he did not disclose the full range of incentives Washington may have offere...

The Front for the Defence of the Republic (FDR) has issued a formal statement demanding the immediate removal of Ousmane Sonko from his position in the National Assembly. Led by Khalifa Sall, the coalition argues that Sonko’s continued presence in the parliament is both illegal and illegitimate, setting the stage for a high-stakes legal and political confrontation. The FDR’s declaration, released on Wednesday, commends the collective effort of 147 political parties and movements that signed a joint statement on May 24 against what they describe as a parliamentary coup attempt by the PASTEF party. The coalition also welcomes the opposition’s decision to refer the matter to the Constitutional Council for review. Central to the FDR’s argument is Article LO172 of the Electoral Code, which st...

3 June 2026 Congo opposition stages 'dead city' protest against potential constitutional revision Amid growing concerns over a potential constitutional revision that could pave the way for a third presidential term, dissenting voices have intensified their campaign against President Félix Tshisekédi’s ambitions. On June 3, a coalition of political opponents and civil society leaders, operating under the banner of the C 64 movement, called for a nationwide 'dead city' strike—a symbolic shutdown to voice opposition to the constitutional changes. The response was overwhelming: Kinshasa, usually bustling with activity, ground to a near halt as businesses shuttered their doors, signaling strong public resistance to the proposed alterations. Constitutional revision in DRC hinges on pow...

The Front for the Defense of Democracy and the Republic (FDR) has formally requested the removal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko from Senegal’s National Assembly, branding his presence there as both illegal and illegitimate. Political and legal controversy The coalition argues that Sonko’s continued role as a deputy while serving as head of government violates existing electoral and constitutional provisions. In a statement released on June 3, 2026, the FDR emphasized that under Article LO172 of the Electoral Code, a minister elected to parliament must resign from government within eight days of taking office—or forfeit their parliamentary seat. The FDR further contends that procedural changes to the Assembly’s internal rules cannot override the legal framework governing ministerial role...