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Knife Attacker of Comorian President Azali Assoumani Dies Mysteriously in Custody

September 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (MORONI, Comoros) – The President of the Comoros, Azali Assoumani, was “slightly injured” in a knife attack on Friday while attending the funeral of a religious dignitary in a small town near Moroni, the nation’s capital. The assailant, identified as 24-year-old soldier Ahmed Abdou, died under mysterious circumstances while in the custody of investigators, according to a statement from the public prosecutor on Saturday.

Making the Case of GFF to Keep Lobbying for Mahdi Camara to Join the Scorpions

September 14, 2024

Gambiaj;com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – As The Gambia struggles in the qualifiers for a third participation in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the national team could greatly benefit from bolstering its midfield with the inclusion of Mahdi Camara.

Senegal and Gambia Hold Key Coordination Meeting for Another Joint Border Patrol

September 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KOLDA, Senegal) – Military officials from Senegal and The Gambia have on Friday held a crucial coordination meeting to finalize preparations for joint patrols along unspecified areas of their shared border.

Crab Island TVET Foundation Secures Strategic Partnership with China’s Jiangsu Maritime Institute

September 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BEIJING, China) – In a landmark move set to boost technical and vocational education in The Gambia, the Crab Island Technical and Vocational Education Training Foundation (CITVETF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the prestigious Jiangsu Maritime Institute (JMI) of Nanjing, China.

Comoros President Slightly Injured in Knife Attack, Spokesperson Says

September 13, 2024

MORONI, Sept 13 (Reuters) – Comoros President Azali Assoumani was slightly injured in a knife attack on Friday, the archipelago nation’s government spokesperson said, adding that the attacker has been taken into custody.

How President Diomaye Faye Duped His Opposition to Spare Ousmane Sonko From Reading a Policy Statement

September 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The most anticipated general policy statement that was to be delivered before Senegal’s National Assembly will no longer take place. This development marks a significant halt in a key legislative process, obstructed first by a failure to update the provisions of the National Assembly’s internal standing orders.

President Barrow’s Cabinet Discuss Key Economic and Financial Reforms

September 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – President Adama Barrow chaired a crucial Cabinet meeting Thursday at the State House in Banjul, where key economic and financial reforms were discussed.

US, Gambian Armed Forces Strengthen Military Ties Through Professional Exchange

September 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Soldiers from the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) engaged in a week-long professional military exchange with the Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) from Aug. 12-16.

President Diomaye Dissolves Assembly, Calls for New Legislative Elections Amidst Political Tensions

September 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has taken a decisive step in his presidency by dissolving the National Assembly and scheduling new legislative elections for November 17, 2024.

Senegal’s Leaders Face Harsh Reality Check After Promises of Radical Reform

September 12, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – (Within a week of being inaugurated in April as Senegal’s youngest president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye named his political mentor, Ousmane Sonko, as prime minister and announced his 25 cabinet appointments.

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Knife Attacker of Comorian President Azali Assoumani Dies Mysteriously in Custody

Making the Case of GFF to Keep Lobbying for Mahdi Camara to Join the Scorpions

Senegal and Gambia Hold Key Coordination Meeting for Another Joint Border Patrol

Crab Island TVET Foundation Secures Strategic Partnership with China’s Jiangsu Maritime Institute

Comoros President Slightly Injured in Knife Attack, Spokesperson Says

How President Diomaye Faye Duped His Opposition to Spare Ousmane Sonko From Reading a Policy Statement

President Barrow’s Cabinet Discuss Key Economic and Financial Reforms

US, Gambian Armed Forces Strengthen Military Ties Through Professional Exchange

President Diomaye Dissolves Assembly, Calls for New Legislative Elections Amidst Political Tensions

Senegal’s Leaders Face Harsh Reality Check After Promises of Radical Reform

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