Dakar mayor Barthélémy Dias has been dismissed by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, a move that follows the 2018 dismissal of former mayor Khalifa Sall.
Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – Renowned journalist Madiambal Diagne, head of the Avenir Communication press group, was summoned on Friday for police questioning following a defamation complaint filed by Senegalese Prime Minister and Pastef leader, Ousmane Sonko. Diagne was accompanied by his legal representative, Amadou Sall, during the interrogation at the Dakar Urban Security premises.
Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The Préfet of Dakar, Mamadou Lamine Ngom, has officially declared Barthélémy Toye Dias “Dismissed” from his position as municipal councilor of the City of Dakar. This decision de facto triggers Barthelemey Dias’ removal from his position as Mayor of Dakar.
Gambiaj.com – (NAIROBI, Kenya) – President William Ruto and his chief guest, President Adama Barrow, brought energy and joy to Kenya’s 61st Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens as he danced to performances by legendary Kenyan artists. The event, held annually to commemorate Kenya’s independence, was marked by vibrant displays of culture, music, and unity.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a landmark ruling on Thursday, December 12, 2024, the Supreme Court of The Gambia dismissed the United Democratic Party’s (UDP) case against the appointments of Fatoumata Jahumpa Ceesay and Ousman Rambo Jatta. The case, filed by Hon.
In preparation, ministers of foreign affairs and defense from ECOWAS member states convened in Abuja for the 53rd Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council (MSC) at the ministerial level.
The former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), Sainabou Martin-Sonko, has detailed her involvement in the controversial contract with Eco-Tech Africa Company and highlighted allegations of financial mismanagement and political interference during her tenure.
Gambiaj.com – (JANJANBUREH, The Gambia) – The leader of The Gambia’s United Democratic Party (UDP), Ousainou Darboe, has called for renewed efforts to address the country’s enduring socio-economic challenges, particularly urging young people to take a central role in driving change.
Gambiaj.com – (DOHA, Qatar) – Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has said he is ‘making progress’ in a mediation mission with junta-led Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger after the trio announced their departure from the regional bloc ECOWAS.
The Supreme Court of The Gambia has adjourned a high-profile case challenging the constitutionality of the country’s ban on female circumcision
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