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Former Senegalese Finance Minister Moustapha Bâ Passes Away in France Amid Calls for Investigation

Frederic Tendeng November 5, 2024

The former minister, who had recently faced accusations by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko over alleged manipulation of Senegal’s economic data, succumbed to an illness that reportedly left him in a coma for days. His family members, quoted by the Senegalese daily EnQuête, are now calling for an investigation, describing his death as “mysterious.”

Gambia Police Force Enhances Capacity for Peacekeeping with Specialized SGBV Training

Awa Colley November 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) — The Gambia Police Force (GPF) has launched a two-week intensive training program on investigating Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Peace Support Operations, underscoring its commitment to justice and the protection of vulnerable populations.

Hundreds of Backway Migrants from The Gambia Reach Canary Islands Amid Surge in Crossings

Mariama Cham November 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (El Hierro, Canary Islands) – A large canoe from The Gambia carrying 207 migrants arrived on Monday at the port of La Restinga, highlighting a sharp spike in migrant arrivals from The Gambia and neighboring West African countries.

Charles M Camara Replaces Nenneh MacDouall-Gaye As New GRTS Board Chairman

Frederic Tendeng October 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The national broadcaster, GRTS, welcomes Charles M Camara as its new board chairman, taking over from Nenneh MacDouall-Gaye, who recently transitioned to the role of chairperson at the Access to Information Commission.

Scientists in The Gambia Develop Tool to Predict Neonatal Sepsis in Newborns

Frederic Tendeng October 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – A groundbreaking study in the Gambia reveals that a genetic signature in newborns can accurately predict neonatal sepsis even before any symptoms appear.

Court Grants Seized Funds to Paulo Djabi for Living Expenses and Legal Fees

Awa Colley October 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Justice Ebrima Jaiteh of the Banjul High Court has ruled in favor of Paulo Djabi, allowing him to access 25% of the funds previously seized by the Drug Law Enforcement Agency (DLEAG) to cover reasonable living expenses and litigation fees.

Water Shortage Halts Surgeries at Gambia’s Largest Hospital Amid Widespread Frustration

Frederic Tendeng October 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – Surgical operations at the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH), Gambia’s main referral hospital, have been suspended for three days following a severe water shortage that has left staff and patients in a state of frustration and uncertainty, Kerr Fatou has revealed.

Gambian Environment Minister Sues Journalist for D50 Million in Defamation Case Over Seized Logs Report

Awa Colley October 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Environment Minister Rohey John Manjang has initiated a high-stakes defamation lawsuit against journalist Kebba Ansu Manneh of The Alkamba Times, seeking damages of fifty million dalasis (D50 million).

High Court Grants In-Camera Testimony for Child Witness in Domestic Violence Case

Ousman Barrow October 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – High Court Judge Justice Ebrima Jaiteh has approved an application by State Counsel M. Singhateh to conduct the testimony of a 13-year-old child witness in private. This decision comes amid the ongoing trial of Gorgie Sowe, also known as Yugo Sowe, who is facing serious charges, including attempted murder and domestic violence against his wife.

ECOMIG and Gambian Defence Forces Launch Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign

Mariama Cham October 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a vibrant display of community spirit, ECOMIG, in collaboration with the Gambian Defence and Security Forces (GDSF), officially launched a month-long Breast Cancer Awareness campaign in Greater Banjul on October 4, 2024. The event kicked off with a spirited route march through the city’s main streets, bringing together participants from various sectors, including the ECOWAS Permanent Mission.

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