The Gambia Journal

U.S Judge Denies Third Dismissal Request in Former Death Squad Michael Sang Correa Torture Case

September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (COLORADO, United States) – This time, Michael Sang Correa argued his federal indictment for torture was filed beyond the statute of limitations; and for the third time this year, a U.S. federal judge has refused to dismiss multiple criminal charges against Michael Sang Correa, a former member of The Gambia’s notorious “Junglers” death squad under ex-dictator Yahya Jammeh. Correa, now living in Colorado, faces charges of torture committed in his home country, in a case that marks a rare use of U.S. law to prosecute international human rights abuses.

Sweden to Expel 18-Year-Old Boy to Gambia After Deadly Shooting Linked to Gang War

September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (UPPSALA, Sweden) – An 18-year-old (name withheld) involved in the violent Södertälje gang network in Sweden has been sentenced to six years and ten months in prison for the murder of a rival gang member. Following his prison term, he is set to be deported to Gambia, despite having been born and raised in Sweden, a decision that has stirred debate due to his stateless status and lack of prior connections to The Gambia.

Saudi Arabia Forms International Alliance for Palestinian Statehood, Halts Israel Talks

September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (NEW YORK, United States) — In a significant diplomatic move, Saudi Arabia unveiled a new international alliance on Friday during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, aiming to unite Arab, Muslim, and European nations in pursuit of a Palestinian state.

The Gambia Among 15 Countries to Benefit from WHO’s $1.5 Billion Primary Health Financing Platform

September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia has been selected as one of 15 countries to benefit from a landmark initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs). The $1.5 billion Primary Health Financing Platform, launched under the ‘Health Impact Investment Platform,’ aims to strengthen primary health care systems in low- and middle-income countries, ensuring that vulnerable communities are better equipped to handle future health crises.

Senegal’s President Faye Forges Strategic Tech Partnerships in Silicon Valley to Propel Africa’s Digital Hub Ambitions

September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (CALIFORNIA, United States) – President Oumar Faye of Senegal, following his participation in the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York, extended his U.S. tour to California’s Silicon Valley to strengthen Senegal’s position as a burgeoning digital hub in Africa.

Gambia Police Force Cracks Down on Cable Theft and Scrap Metal Trade Involvement

September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia Police Force has raised serious concerns over the escalating cases of electric cable theft, destruction of fiber optics, and the unlawful removal of valuable materials from construction sites and business installations across the country.

ECOWAS Parliament Raises Alarm Over Decline in Community Levy Remittances

September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (LOME, Togo) – The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has expressed deep concern over the declining remittances of the community levy by some member countries, signaling a potential threat to the operations of the regional bloc.

Senegal’s Dollar Bonds Fall After Audit Reveals Larger Debt and Deficit

September 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – Senegal’s sovereign dollar bonds fell on Friday after a government audit revealed larger debt and deficit figures than the previous administration had reported, Tradeweb data showed.

India – A Class 2 Boy Killed in Human Sacrifice for School’s ‘Prosperity’; Principal Among 5 Arrested

September 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (India, Uttar Pradesh) – Five persons have been taken into custody by Indian UP police after an 11-year-old student in Class 2 was slain a week ago in the Hathras region of Uttar Pradesh as part of a purported “black magic” human sacrifice ceremony carried out by the school’s owners to make the institution “more prosperous.”

Gambian Journalist Detained and Charged With False Publication Over Report on President Barrow

September 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Momodou Justice Darboe, a journalist with The Voice newspaper, has been detained by Gambian police following the publication of an article suggesting that President Adama Barrow is considering businessman Muhammed Jah as his successor to lead the National People’s Party (NPP).

Recent News

U.S Judge Denies Third Dismissal Request in Former Death Squad Michael Sang Correa Torture Case

Sweden to Expel 18-Year-Old Boy to Gambia After Deadly Shooting Linked to Gang War

Saudi Arabia Forms International Alliance for Palestinian Statehood, Halts Israel Talks

The Gambia Among 15 Countries to Benefit from WHO’s $1.5 Billion Primary Health Financing Platform

Senegal’s President Faye Forges Strategic Tech Partnerships in Silicon Valley to Propel Africa’s Digital Hub Ambitions

Gambia Police Force Cracks Down on Cable Theft and Scrap Metal Trade Involvement

ECOWAS Parliament Raises Alarm Over Decline in Community Levy Remittances

Senegal’s Dollar Bonds Fall After Audit Reveals Larger Debt and Deficit

India – A Class 2 Boy Killed in Human Sacrifice for School’s ‘Prosperity’; Principal Among 5 Arrested

Gambian Journalist Detained and Charged With False Publication Over Report on President Barrow

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