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Senegalese Opposition Activist Arrested for Homophobic Comments Directed at Ousmane Sonko

Frederic Tendeng May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – Bah Diakhate, a supporter of the former regime of President Macky Sall, has been detained by the Senegalese Criminal Investigation Division (DIC) in Dakar. His arrest followed the circulation of a video in which he made homophobic remarks deemed “outrageous towards Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko,” according to sources close to the new regime.

President Adama Barrow Expresses Condolences Following Tragic Death of Iranian President

Frederic Tendeng May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Gambian President Adama Barrow has expressed deep condolences following the tragic death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi

Revered Legacy of Humility – Demba Ali Jawo Reflects on Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara

Frederic Tendeng May 18, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In an exclusive interview with the Gambia Journal’s reporter Mustapha Jarju, Demba Ali Jawo, a journalist and former Minister of Information, shares his insights on the legacy of Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara, the first President of the Republic of The Gambia. Jau, who was part of a team assisting Jawara with his memoirs, reminisces about the late president’s humility, his interactions with the public, and the challenges he faced post-presidency.

UDP Challenges Governors’ Appointments in Court Over Alleged Breach of Local Government Act

Frederic Tendeng May 18, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BUNDUNG) – The Opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) has launched a legal battle against all sitting governors appointed by President Barrow across the country. UDP members assert that these appointments violate the Local Government Act, specifically citing section 123(1) which states: “There shall be an Area Administrator for each Local Government Area who shall be a senior civil servant appointed by the President.”

VP Jallow Launches The Gambia’s First Digital Population and Housing Census

Louise Mendy May 17, 2024

The Gambia has embarked on a landmark initiative with the launch of its 2024 Population and Housing Census, the first to be conducted digitally in the nation’s history. This significant event took place on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the Sir Dawda Jawara Conference Center in Bijilo, officiated by Vice President His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow.

Chief of Defence Cham Warns Against Indiscipline in the Army, Pledges Transformation

Frederic Tendeng May 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (FARAFENNI) – Lieutenant General Mamat O. Cham, the Chief of Defence of The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF), issued a stern warning against indiscipline within the army, emphasizing that ‘indiscipline and disloyalty will not be compromised’. The country’s army chief made these remarks during a visit to the 2 Infantry Battalion in Farafenni as part of his countrywide tour of military installations.

Gambian Leaders Commemorate Sir Dawda Jawara’s Centenary with Tree Planting Ceremony

Frederic Tendeng May 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Amidst solemn tributes and heartfelt reminiscences, dignitaries and parliamentarians gathered at The Gambia’s National Assembly to honor the centenary of the late first President, Sir Dawda Jawara. The Kairaba Conservation and Leadership Organization (KairaCLO) led a poignant tree planting exercise as a symbolic gesture of respect and remembrance for his profound contributions to the nation.

Senegalese Troops to Deploy in Guinea-Bissau for ECOWAS Stabilization Mission

Frederic Tendeng May 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – A contingent of 153 Senegalese soldiers, including six women, is set to deploy to Guinea-Bissau on May 18 as part of an ECOWAS mission to support the stabilization of the country. This mission follows the abortive coup d’état against the regime of President Umaro Sissoko Emballo on February 1.

KAIRACLO Celebrates Sir Dawda K. Jawara’s 100th Birthday with Tree Planting and Round Table Discussion

Mustapha Jarju May 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Kairaba Conservation and Leadership Organization (KAIRACLO) is hosting a Tree Planting Ceremony today as part of its Centenary Celebration program honoring the 100th Birthday of the Late Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara.

Swiss Court Sentences Ousman Sonko to 20 Years for Crimes Against Humanity in The Gambia

Frederic Tendeng May 15, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BELINZONA) – The Swiss Federal Criminal Court in Bellinzona has sentenced Ousman Sonko, a former Yahya Jammeh’s Minister of Interior, to 20 years in prison. The judgment sanctions the highest case involving serious allegations against a former high-ranking official from Yahya Jammeh’s regime. The judgment, delivered by a three-judge panel, pertains to a criminal proceeding by the Office of the Attorney General of Switzerland and private claimants against Sonko.

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