The African Tribune

With tensions escalating between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his former ally Ousmane Sonko, questions arise about the potential postponement of Senegal’s local elections scheduled for January 2027. Is there substance to these concerns? What could drive the head of state to disrupt the electoral timeline? The growing rift between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his former ally Ousmane Sonko has sparked speculation about a potential delay in Senegal’s local elections, originally set for January 2027. The opposition camp, led by Sonko, accuses the President—who recently launched his own political party—of considering a disruption to the electoral calendar. But what motivates such a move? And could it be justified...

Manchester United’s leadership tightens its stance Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, has taken a firm stance on Marcus Rashford’s future, blocking any potential move to six rival Premier League clubs this summer. Despite the striker’s clear desire to leave Old Trafford, the club’s hierarchy is determined to prevent the embarrassment of seeing a homegrown talent shine at a direct competitor. Premier League rivals denied access to Rashford According to internal sources, Ratcliffe intervened to halt talks regarding Rashford’s transfer to clubs such as Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and Aston Villa. The concern within United’s leadership extends beyond permanent transfers, as loan requests from these clubs have also been dismissed. The fear is...

The Turkish energy giant Karpowership, known for its floating power plants, has become a key player in Gabon’s energy landscape. Evans Damada, the company’s country director, confirms that the powerships anchored off Libreville and Port-Gentil now deliver 150 megawatts to the national grid, accounting for nearly 25% of the country’s total electricity generation capacity. This substantial contribution highlights both Gabon’s ongoing power supply challenges and the growing reliance on fast-deployable energy solutions. Rapid integration into Gabon’s power system Karpowership’s impact on Gabon’s electricity mix has been swift. The company scaled up operations in response to persistent blackouts affecting residential and industrial zones alike. The mobility of these powerships—designed to be t...

Strengthening Africa’s strategic partnerships through diaspora engagement In a significant move to bolster ties between African nations, Madagascar’s head of state, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, completed a high-level visit to N’Djamena, Chad, where he engaged with Chadian officials and the Malagasy diaspora community. The visit underscored the pivotal role of expatriate expertise in driving national development and regional cooperation. The delegation’s agenda prioritized two key objectives: deepening bilateral relations and leveraging the skills of Malagasy professionals living in Chad. A dedicated session with around twenty Malagasy expatriates highlighted their potential as a bridge between the two countries. « Our diaspora is a formidable asset for Madagascar. Their talents must be...

lyon prague sparta live stream: follow the second leg third qualifying round champions league With a 2-1 defeat in the first leg, Olympique Lyonnais faces an uphill battle as they host Sparta Prague at Groupama Stadium for the second leg of the third qualifying round in the Champions League tonight. Paulo Fonseca, the OL's head coach, has made bold tactical choices following heavy criticism after the first leg. Malick Fofana and Ernest Nuamah are both starting, alongside returning defender Moussa Niakhaté, who has served his suspension. The winner of this clash will advance to face either Fenerbahçe or Sturm Graz in the playoff round. The stakes couldn't be higher for Lyon. After falling 2-1 to Sparta Prague in the Czech Republic last week, the French side must overturn the deficit to...

The Union Saint-Gilloise’s dream of Champions League glory ended in heartbreak on Tuesday night after a dramatic 3-2 defeat to Bodø/Glimt in the third qualifying round. The Brussels-based side will now shift their focus to the Europa League after falling short in extra time. From hope to heartbreak in Norway Bodø/Glimt struck first in the second half, but Guilherme’s strike revived Union’s hopes just after the hour mark. Hauge’s goal in the 76th minute sent shockwaves through the Belgian camp, before Fuseini’s late equalizer forced extra time. However, the drama wasn’t over—Van De Perre’s dismissal in stoppage time made their task nearly impossible. Final blow seals Union’s fate The turning point came deep into extra time, when Helmersen’s strike in the 117th minute se...