Macky Sall

Argentina settles its $15.6 million UN debt, bringing its account up to date.

Three female candidates argue it's time for a woman to lead the United Nations as secretary-general.

The UN secretary general role has become paradoxical with high exposure but limited real leadership capacity.

Senegal's President Faye sacked popular Prime Minister Sonko in May 2026, appointing economist Al Aminou Lo to address the nation's 132 percent debt-to-GDP crisis and restore IMF relations amid political turmoil.

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved Senegal's government Friday, escalating tensions between the two leaders who jointly came to power in 2024, amid economic challenges and upcoming elections.

UN Watch urges the Security Council to reject Michelle Bachelet's bid for secretary-general due to her silence on human rights abuses.

The UN Secretary-General race has too many candidates lacking political support.

Rafael Grossi gains support for UN secretary general bid, but Argentina's debt to the UN complicates his aspirations.

Macky Sall is pursuing the UN top job with a questionable bid.

Four candidates vie to lead the United Nations, discussing global issues.

Four candidates, including Macky Sall and three Latin Americans, vie to succeed UN Secretary-General António Guterres.

Rebeca Grynspan and Macky Sall presented their bids to lead the UN in informal dialogues.

The UN leadership race intensifies with four candidates facing interviews, striking sombre tones about the organization's future.

The UN leadership race begins with four candidates facing interviews, striking sombre tones about the organization's future.

Rafael Grossi, Argentine diplomat, runs for UN Secretary General, pledging active and pragmatic leadership.

Michelle Bachelet hopes the world is ready for a female UN leader.

The UN Secretary-General election may see its first woman leader among four candidates.

María Fernanda Espinosa is the latest candidate to lead the UN, suggesting crisis-prevention hubs.

UN candidates call for renewal and bolstering human rights amid financial crisis.

Senegal's lawmakers elected Ousmane Sonko as their new leader today.

Senegal's parliament leader El Malick Ndiaye resigned from his position suddenly.

Senegal's President Bassirou Faye sacks Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko after months of tension.

Moroccans celebrate their national soccer team's historic World Cup victory over Portugal.

Maria Fernanda Espinosa Garces enters the UN secretary-general race, nominated by Antigua and Barbuda.

The United Nations seeks a peacemaker to resolve global conflicts.

China expresses support for a woman to be elected as the next UN Secretary-General.

Four candidates, including Macky Sall and Michelle Bachelet, are vying to succeed UN Secretary-General António Guterres.

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall, running for UN Secretary-General on Burundi's nomination despite African Union rejection by approximately 20 countries including Senegal, pledged to prioritize coordination with regional blocs and address African debt concerns while maintaining member state sovereignty.

UN leadership hopefuls stress need for peace and restoring confidence in the organization.

Four candidates for UN chief address the organization's deep crisis and financial deficit in initial interviews.

The UN chief race intensifies with four candidates warning of waning trust and strain on the global order.

Four candidates for UN Secretary-General participate in interactive dialogues to share their visions.

Four candidates vie to succeed UN Secretary-General António Guterres amid global challenges.

Rafael Grossi seeks to lead the UN as its next secretary general.

Three female candidates argue it's time for a woman to lead the United Nations after 80 years.

Abdoulaye Wade, Senegal's former president, celebrates his 100th birthday today.

Senegal's president appoints a new prime minister after sacking his predecessor amid tensions and debt crisis.

Senegal's parliament speaker resigned, clearing the way for fired Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to assume the post, escalating political tensions as President Faye pursues IMF negotiations amid a severe debt crisis affecting economic reforms.

Senegal's President Faye dismissed Prime Minister Sonko and dissolved the government, escalating political tensions amid debt crisis negotiations with the International Monetary Fund, potentially complicating bailout discussions and economic recovery efforts.

The African Union will host a high-level retreat on peace and security in Gabon to shape strategies.

Former UN General Assembly President Espinosa runs for next UN secretary-general

Macky Sall is making a questionable bid for the UN's top job, sparking controversy.

Senegal's parliament begins debating election law reforms.

Four candidates, including Senegal's Macky Sall, are vying to succeed UN Secretary-General António Guterres.

Latin America is poised to assume the UN Secretary General role, a key opportunity for the region to regain diplomatic influence.

Four UN Secretary-General candidates, including Argentine diplomat Rafael Grossi and former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet, expressed deep concerns during interviews about the organization's effectiveness amid geopolitical crises, ineffective governance, and declining global trust.

Four candidates vowed Wednesday to reform the troubled United Nations and restore its diminished global influence through cost-cutting and improved coordination, seeking to succeed Secretary-General Antonio Guterres next year.

Michelle Bachelet vows to support women's rights as UN Secretary General candidate.

UNSG candidate Michelle Bachelet vows to push for UN Security Council reform and support Global South development goals.

Four candidates, including one African and three Latin Americans, are vying to lead the UN.