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Senegal’s President Faye Names ‘Breakaway’ Government
Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced a “breakaway” administration on Friday, naming a slew of new…
French President Macron Denounces ‘Threatening’ Russia Remarks After Rare Phone Talks
President Emmanuel Macron blasted Russia’s “threatening” tone on Thursday, following rare phone conversations between the French…
Slovaks Elect President As Rivals Spar Over Ukraine
A pro-Western former top diplomat and a Ukraine-sceptic backed by the ruling populists will compete in…
DR Congo Appoints Judith Tuluka as First Female Prime Minister Amid Escalating Violence
On Monday, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi announced that Judith Suminwa Tuluka would…
Senegal’s President Faye Names Ousmane Sonko as Prime Minister
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a left-wing pan-Africanist, became Senegal’s youngest president on Tuesday. He promised structural change…
PHOTOS: Bassirou Faye Sworn In As Senegal’s Youngest President
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a left-wing pan-Africanist, was sworn in as Senegal’s youngest president on Tuesday after…
Two First Ladies At Presidential Palace In A Senegal First
In the last minutes of the election campaign, Senegal’s president-elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, took the platform…
France Wants ‘Clear Message’ From China To Russia Over Ukraine War
Following meetings with his counterpart in Beijing, France’s top diplomat stated on Monday that the country…
Top 10 African Countries Boasting the Largest Armed Forces in 2024
Africa’s need for a robust military establishment cannot be overstated. Given the continued wars in many…
African Union ‘Warmly Congratulates’ Faye On Senegal Election Victory
The African Union congratulated anti-establishment opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye on his victory in Senegal’s presidential…
New Senegal President’s Home Village Full Of Pride, Hope And Advice
Men from all around Senegal gather to Ndiaganiao, a secluded village in the agricultural region, to…
Joe Biden, Donald Trump Campaign In New York On Thursday
President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump will be on the campaign road in New…
Diomaye Faye Officially Declared Winner Of Senegal’s Presidential Election
Mr Diomaye Faye was proclaimed the winner of Senegal’s presidential election, receiving 54.28% of votes in…
EU, ECOWAS Hail Smooth Running Of Senegal Presidential Poll
The European Union and West Africa’s regional union sent observation missions to Senegal on Tuesday, praising…
Meet Bassirou Diomaye Faye, 44-Year-Old Ex-Prisoner Tipped to be Next Senegal’s President
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a 44-year-old tax officer, is poised to become Senegal’s president. Faye, the opposition…
Poised to Become Senegal’s next President, Diomaye Faye Finally Breaks Silence on Election Result
Senegal’s incumbent president Macky Sall praised little-known 44-year-old opposition leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Monday. He…
Bassirou Diomaye Faye Set to Become Senegal’s Next President
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the opposition candidate, is certain to become Senegal’s next president after provisional results…
ECOWAS, AU, EU Officials Meet With Senegal’s Macky Sall
Delegations from the Economic Community of West Africa (ECOWAS), the African Union (AU), and the European…
Senegal Election: Ruling Party’s Ba Congratulates Faye Before Official Declaration
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Senegal’s anti-establishment candidate, is expected to become president after his chief competitor accepted…
Senegal Opposition Candidate Closing In On Victory, Ruling Camp Contests
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Senegal’s anti-establishment candidate, appeared to be closing in on victory early Monday in…