The African Tribune

The Beninese Senate has just elected its first Bureau, marking a significant milestone in the establishment of the upper house of Parliament following constitutional provisions. Meeting in Porto-Novo on August 6, 2026, senators conducted a vote to determine the leadership responsible for guiding the institution’s activities. Patrice Talon takes the helm as Senate President Patrice Talon has been elected President of the Beninese Senate, a role that places him at the forefront of the upper house’s legislative and administrative operations. As President, he will oversee the chamber’s proceedings, ensure smooth governance, and uphold constitutional mandates. Louis Vlavonou named Vice-President In a complementary move, Louis Vlavonou has been appointed Vice-President of the Senate. He wi...

Ryainair boosts winter connectivity to Morocco with 17 new routes As winter approaches, Ryanair is rolling out its most ambitious route expansion yet in Morocco, introducing 17 fresh connections that will connect the country to Europe. Of these, seven will originate from Rabat, generating over 5.3 million additional seats for travelers. Come winter 2026, Ryanair will operate 156 routes linking Morocco to 14 European destinations. Rabat stands to benefit the most from this expansion, securing seven new routes, followed by Marrakech and Agadir, each gaining five additional connections. The announcement under...

Sénégal: donors return with new funding amid political tensions Aldiouma Sow, a prominent government advisor, hailed the return of international donors with two major funding agreements totaling 360 billion FCFA. This financial boost signals renewed confidence in Senegal’s economic trajectory under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s administration. The announcement of the World Bank’s 340 billion FCFA and the African Development Bank’s 20 billion FCFA loans has drawn sharp commentary from Aldiouma Sow, advisor to the president. In a statement, Sow emphasized that these funds mark a turning point: "Actions now speak louder than words; ideology must give way to patriotic pragmatism. For two years, Senegal endured a climate of perpetual confrontation and divisive rhetoric that stifled pr...

Under the guidance of the State Minister, top officials from the Interior Ministry conducted a mid-term assessment of public sector initiatives. From Moscow to Ouagadougou, Niger’s expertise is gaining international recognition. Niamey, 6 August 2026 — A high-stakes working session unfolded in the halls of the Ministry of Interior, Public Security, and Territorial Administration. Led by General Police Commissioner Ayouba Abdourahmane, the gathering brought together senior administrative leaders to rigorously review the first phase of the Republic Rebuilding Programme (PRR). For several hours, governors, department heads, and state initiative coordinators examined quarterly outcomes. The goal was twofold: to evaluate the tangible impact of ministerial decisions and, where necessary, r...

In a decisive move against financial impropriety, Niger’s capital city, Niamey, has witnessed a landmark recovery under the COLDEFF initiative. On August 5, 2026, the presidential palace hosted a high-profile event, where officials presented the first comprehensive financial report of the 'Clean Hands' operation—a bold campaign spearheaded by the COLDEFF to combat financial delinquency and reclaim embezzled public funds.The figures revealed are staggering: over 74 billion West African CFA francs have been reintegrated into the national treasury. This recovery marks a significant acceleration, with a notable 12 billion FCFA jump in just one year. Notably, the reported amount does not include seized real estate, vehicle fleets, or other movable assets surrendered under pressure by delinquent...

Senegal parliament gears up for high-stakes session with 11 key bills Lawmakers are set to tackle two private member bills, three government proposals, and six requests for parliamentary inquiry commissions when the extraordinary session convenes next Monday. The National Assembly is poised to reconvene for a pivotal legislative session. Following a Bureau meeting this Wednesday, the 2026-2027 legislative year’s first extraordinary session is scheduled to open next Monday at 10 a.m. The agenda promises to be particularly intensive, with 11 items on the table—including several sensitive reforms and multiple requests to establish parliamentary inquiry commissions. The Bureau has finalized the session’s legislative agenda, which includes two private member bills, three g...