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Senegal president names government, boycotted by ally-turned-rival

Politics

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishJun 21 min read

Senegal president names government, boycotted by ally-turned-rival

The political fallout between Faye and Sonko could significantly impact governance and stability in Senegal.

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced a new government
Ousmane Sonko's party will not participate in the new government
Sonko was recently dismissed as Prime Minister by Faye

Senegal parliament speaker steps down as political crisis worsens

Politics

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishMay 241 min read

Senegal parliament speaker steps down as political crisis worsens

The resignation and potential shift in parliamentary leadership could significantly affect Senegal's political landscape and reform initiatives.

El Malick Ndiaye resigns as Senegal's parliament speaker
Ousmane Sonko was fired as prime minister two days prior
Sonko's candidacy for parliament speaker could complicate reforms

Senegal football fans return home after royal pardon in Morocco

World

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishMay 241 min read

Senegal football fans return home after royal pardon in Morocco

The return of the fans highlights issues of justice and diplomacy between Senegal and Morocco following a controversial sports event.

Senegalese fans jailed after AFCON final in Morocco
Pardon granted by King Mohammed VI on humanitarian grounds
Fans returned home during Eid al-Adha holiday

Senegal’s President Faye sacks PM Sonko and dissolves government

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BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishMay 231 min read

Senegal’s President Faye sacks PM Sonko and dissolves government

The dismissal of the Prime Minister and government dissolution could hinder Senegal's efforts to stabilize its economy and secure vital financial support from the IMF.

President Faye dismissed Prime Minister Sonko and dissolved the government
The decision follows tensions between Faye and Sonko
Senegal is facing a debt crisis and ongoing IMF negotiations

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Senegal president names government, boycotted by ally-turned-rival

Senegal parliament speaker steps down as political crisis worsens

Senegal football fans return home after royal pardon in Morocco

Senegal’s President Faye sacks PM Sonko and dissolves government