Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló has reversed his initial decision not to run for a second term in office. Embaló, who became president in 2020, had previously surprised many by citing advice from his wife as the reason for stepping down. However, after reconsideration, he has now expressed his willingness[Read More…]
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Sports Minister Badjie Approves Stadium’s Ongoing Work
The Minister of Youth and Sports, Bakary Y. Badjie, has voiced his satisfaction with the progress of renovation work at the Independence Stadium. After touring the site and participating in a technical meeting, the Minister acknowledged that while the project has faced some delays, the work is moving forward with[Read More…]
Senegal’s President Sets Parliament Election On Nov. 17
Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Thursday dissolved the opposition-led national assembly, clearing the way for early legislative elections on Nov. 17. In an evening address, Faye, who came to power in April, said working with the assembly had grown difficult after members refused to start discussions on the budget[Read More…]