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German Embassy Inaugurates Steinweg Technical School, Boosts Vocational Training in The Gambia

May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BAFULOTO) – The German Embassy in The Gambia has recently inaugurated the Steinweg Upper Basic and Technical School to foster and enhance effective skills and technical education in the country. The inaugural ceremony, held at the school grounds in Bafuloto, funded by the German Schmitz Foundation, also featured the laying of the foundation stone for an Electrical Workshop for students. The event included a familiarization tour with the German Ambassador.

Foiled Coup Attempt in DRC Leaves Unanswered Questions

May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KINSHASA) – On May 20, 2024, Moussa Faki Mahamat, President of the African Union (AU) Commission, strongly condemned the “attempted coup d’état” in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Congolese army announced they had thwarted the coup attempt, which unfolded in the capital, Kinshasa, on May 19. Despite this, many questions remain unanswered about the incident.

Bojang Murder Trial – Forensic Officer Says Gun Left Exposed to Elements, Hindered DNA Analysis

May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a significant development in the trial of Ousainou Bojang and his sister Amie Bojang, forensic officer Francis Jatta testified that the alleged murder weapon was left in the open for 10 days, exposed to rain and heat, which rendered it unsuitable for DNA analysis.

Gambian Cement Importers Decry Government’s 500% Duty Hike, Warn of Economic Fallout

May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Cement Importers and Traders Association, known as Anda Takhawu Sunu Reew, has voiced serious concerns over the recent directive by the Finance and Trade Ministries to raise import duties on cement transported via road networks to D180—a 500% increase.

Iran at the Brink – The Consequences of President Raïssi’s Death

May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raïssi in a helicopter crash comes amid an already tense context, just five weeks after a confrontation with Israel. The consequences are colossal, both for regional conflicts and domestic stability.

Senegalese Opposition Activist Arrested for Homophobic Comments Directed at Ousmane Sonko

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

May 20, 2024

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

ICC Seeks Arrest Warrants against Netanyahu and Sinwar for War Crimes and October 7 Attacks

May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (THE HAGUE) – The International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity over the October 7 attacks on Israel and the subsequent war in Gaza, the court’s chief prosecutor Karim Khan revealed on Monday.

Julian Assange Can Appeal Extradition to the US, UK Court Rules

May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (LONDON) – The High Court in London has ruled WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has the right to appeal in a final challenge against his extradition to the United States.

Landmark Africa Says Gambia Invites Them to Build New Beach Properties

May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (LAGOS) – After losing its prized Lagos beachside real estate to a controversial government plan for a coastal highway, Nigeria’s Landmark Africa is setting its sights on new opportunities in Nigeria and The Gambia. The company is planning to build two new beach properties in West Africa, according to CEO Paul Onwuanibe.

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German Embassy Inaugurates Steinweg Technical School, Boosts Vocational Training in The Gambia

Foiled Coup Attempt in DRC Leaves Unanswered Questions

Bojang Murder Trial – Forensic Officer Says Gun Left Exposed to Elements, Hindered DNA Analysis

Gambian Cement Importers Decry Government’s 500% Duty Hike, Warn of Economic Fallout

Iran at the Brink – The Consequences of President Raïssi’s Death

Senegalese Opposition Activist Arrested for Homophobic Comments Directed at Ousmane Sonko

President Adama Barrow Expresses Condolences Following Tragic Death of Iranian President

ICC Seeks Arrest Warrants against Netanyahu and Sinwar for War Crimes and October 7 Attacks

Julian Assange Can Appeal Extradition to the US, UK Court Rules

Landmark Africa Says Gambia Invites Them to Build New Beach Properties

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