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Abducted Influential Malian Caliph General of Tijaniya Dies Following Kidnapping by Jihadists

Mamudu Wann January 6, 2025

Gambiaj.com – (BAMAKO, Mali) – An audio message attributed to Amadou Koufa, a prominent leader of the jihadist alliance Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM, or Jnim in Arabic), has revealed that Thierno Amadou Hady Tall, a respected Malian Muslim leader, has died. The message, which circulated on social media on Monday, stated that Tall succumbed to injuries sustained during his kidnapping in late December, near the Mauritanian border.

Kafuta Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to Four, Police Investigate Truck Driver’s Role

Awa Colley January 6, 2025

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The death toll from the tragic road accident in Kafuta has risen to four, with The Gambia Police Force confirming the updated fatalities on Monday. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, left 44 individuals injured, with 24 victims still admitted at Ndemban Clinic as of the latest reports.

Latriya Police Arrest Suspect, Recover Stolen Items Linked to Two Highway Robberies

Ebrima Bah January 4, 2025

Gambiaj.com – (Latriya, Gambia) – In a significant breakthrough, the Latriya Police have arrested a suspect and seized evidence connected to two separate robbery incidents that took place on January 1, 2025, along the Sukuta-Jabang Highway. The robberies, which targeted two victims in broad daylight, left both individuals injured and resulted in a combined loss of over D666,000.

Crèche Facilities in Higher Education Soon For Inclusivity and Women’s Empowerment

Awa Colley January 3, 2025

Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (MoHERST) on Tuesday, December 31, convened a one-day validation workshop to review and finalize the Draft Roadmap and Strategy for the establishment of crèche facilities at tertiary and higher education institutions in The Gambia. This significant initiative, focused on improving access, retention, and performance, particularly for student mothers, aims to address critical gaps in the education system and contribute to a more equitable and inclusive learning environment.

Gambian Interpol Arrest Two Senegalese Motorcycle Thieves

Frederic Tendeng January 2, 2025

Mbour, Senegal – Two Senegalese men, M. K. Mané and M. Diop, were arrested in The Gambia on charges of robbery and violent assault following a series of attacks on Jakarta motorcycle drivers in the Senegalese Petite Côte region of Mbour. The suspects, along with a third individual, Mr. Mané, are believed to have targeted motorcycle drivers, stealing their vehicles and leaving victims severely injured.

Banjul’s Catholic and Methodist Leaders Call for Renewal, Unity, and Generosity

Frederic Tendeng January 1, 2025

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – As the world ushers in 2025, two prominent religious leaders in The Gambia—Catholic Bishop Gabriel Mendy and Methodist Bishop Bani Ebenezer F. Manga—have delivered heartfelt New Year messages urging the faithful to embrace hope, gratitude, and collective responsibility in the year ahead.

Mile 2 Inmates Appeal for Better Healthcare and Fairer Presidential Pardon Process

Awa Colley December 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Inmates at The Gambia’s Mile 2 Central Prison have voiced their struggles over poor healthcare services and the fairness of the presidential pardon process during a recent visit by journalists. They described their daily challenges, painting a grim picture of life within the prison walls, which they say negatively impacts their well-being and morale.

Senegal’s High Court of Justice Set to Hold Former Government Officials Accountable

Frederic Tendeng December 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The Senegalese High Court of Justice, tasked with holding former government officials accountable for serious crimes, is set to be officially established on Saturday at the National Assembly in Dakar. This installation comes after a summons from the Senegalese executive, which has informed the deputies of the session.

Gambia Police Urges Victims of Alleged Scammer “Karanta” to Report as Investigation Ongoing

Awa Colley December 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia Police Force (GPF) has responded to a viral TikTok video alleging theft by an individual known as “Karanta” and accusations of police inaction. The GPF has urged victims of the alleged scammer to report to the Kairaba Police Station to facilitate a thorough investigation into the matter.

Madrassah Education: Report Highlights Key Challenges as Stakeholders Push for Reform

Awa Colley December 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – A consultancy report on Madrasas education in The Gambia has revealed critical challenges facing grade 12 school leavers, sparking urgent calls for reform. The report, reviewed during a stakeholder validation session highlighted limited English proficiency, a lack of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) opportunities, and the absence of clear pathways to higher education or professional careers as major barriers for Madrasas students.

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