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Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko reaffirmed his government's priorities and addressed key issues during a visit to Ziguinchor, his hometown, after Ramadan festivities.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is rallying his party, Pastef, and its allies in preparation for the local elections set for 2027, while announcing the party's first congress since its founding in 2014.

Senegal is experiencing a significant debt crisis, with high debt levels and expensive servicing costs prompting a need for restructuring, which the government has ruled out.

Ousmane Sonko is preparing for the 2027 elections in Senegal by holding a congress for his political party Pastef and meeting with his allies.

Cement manufacturers in Senegal are concerned about potential repercussions following Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko's accusations of unjustified tax advantages leading to significant state losses.

The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has announced unprecedented measures aimed at reviewing energy and mining contracts to rebuild the state's finances and address unfair agreements.

Senegal's National Assembly approved a bill that significantly increases punishments for homosexual acts, reflecting a broader trend of tightening anti-LGBTQ laws across Africa.

In Senegal, the ruling party Pastef is consolidating its support amid rising tensions with a new political coalition led by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.

The political landscape in Senegal is shifting as tensions rise between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, raising questions about their alliance ahead of the upcoming elections.

Ousmane Sonko intensifies political tensions in Senegal by preparing his party's militants for potential confrontations with President Diomaye Faye and signaling a return to opposition if PASTEF's principles are threatened.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko threatens to withdraw his party from the government if President Bassirou Diomaye Faye does not adhere to their shared vision, amid growing tensions and economic uncertainty in the country.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed a stricter anti-LGBT law that could further criminalize homosexuality in the country.

Senegal's Prime Minister vows to increase the penalty for same-sex relations from five to ten years in prison, reflecting the government's stance on LGBTQ+ rights.

Senegal's Prime Minister has introduced legislation proposing increased penalties for same-sex relations, including longer jail sentences and substantial fines.

Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed the installation of a police station at the Cheikh Anta Diop University amidst ongoing tensions surrounding university crises.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is advocating for harsher penalties for same-sex relationships, proposing to increase prison sentences from five years to a maximum of ten.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed a new law that would increase prison sentences for same-sex relations to up to ten years and impose additional penalties for advocacy of such relations.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has defended a proposed law that increases the maximum prison sentence for same-sex relations from five to ten years, reflecting a broader crackdown on LGBT rights in the country.

Senegal's prime minister has announced new legislation that will double the maximum prison penalty for same-sex relations to 10 years amid rising crackdowns on LGBTQ+ individuals in the country.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed a bill that increases prison sentences for same-sex relations to five to 10 years amid rising homophobia in the country.

The Senegalese government plans to introduce a law that would increase prison sentences for homosexual acts from 1-5 years to 5-10 years.

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko testified in court defending himself against graft allegations related to his time in office.

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko appeared in court to defend himself against graft allegations during his tenure, presenting evidence of his anti-corruption efforts.

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced that the government will not pursue debt restructuring despite significant repayment challenges.