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Dream Deferred: Samuel Sarr’s Arrest and Audit Scandal Shake Senegal’s Landmark Energy Project

December 15, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The West African Energy (WAE) power plant, a landmark collaboration between local investors and Senegal’s National Electricity Company (Senelec), was once seen as a beacon of national energy sovereignty. However, the dream of a 100% Senegalese-led energy success story has been shattered following revelations of financial mismanagement and the arrest of Samuel Sarr, the project’s key promoter.

Gambian Women Challenge Gender Norms, Breaking Barriers in ‘Backway’ Migration

December 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – A study by researchers reveals Gambian women defying societal norms by ‘backway’ journeys to Europe, driven by economic struggles, ambition, and patriarchal resistance, in a male-dominated West African migration landscape.

2025 Budget Appropriation – Focus on Resource Mobilization, Pay Raises, Pension Boosts

December 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Sidi Keita, delivered the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly on Friday, outlining a bold strategy to boost domestic resource mobilization, address socioeconomic inequities, and tackle fiscal vulnerabilities.

Barthélémy Dias’ Dismissal: A Test of Senegal’s Justice and Political Integrity

December 14, 2024

Dakar mayor Barthélémy Dias has been dismissed by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, a move that follows the 2018 dismissal of former mayor Khalifa Sall.

Cape Verde Attorney General Launches Investigations into Financial Misconduct at Presidency

December 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (PRAIA, Cape Verde) – The Attorney General of Cape Verde has initiated investigations into alleged criminal offenses following a financial audit report and compliance review of the Presidency, including power abuse, business involvement, embezzlement, and improper advantage receipt… Full Story Here

Sahel Alliance Declares “Irreversible” Departure from ECOWAS Ahead of Key Summit

December 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (NIAMEY, Niger) – The military-led governments of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have reaffirmed their decision to withdraw from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), describing it as “irreversible.” The announcement was made on Friday, just two days before an ECOWAS summit in Abuja, Nigeria, aimed at addressing the contentious issue.

Senegalese Journalist Madiambal Diagne Interrogated Over Sonko’s Defamation Complaint

December 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – Renowned journalist Madiambal Diagne, head of the Avenir Communication press group, was summoned on Friday for police questioning following a defamation complaint filed by Senegalese Prime Minister and Pastef leader, Ousmane Sonko. Diagne was accompanied by his legal representative, Amadou Sall, during the interrogation at the Dakar Urban Security premises.

Senegalese Government Removes Dakar City Mayor Barthelemy Dias

December 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The Préfet of Dakar, Mamadou Lamine Ngom, has officially declared Barthélémy Toye Dias “Dismissed” from his position as municipal councilor of the City of Dakar. This decision de facto triggers Barthelemey Dias’ removal from his position as Mayor of Dakar.

Bissau – Two Soldiers Killed in Grenade Explosion at São Vicente Barracks, Several Injured

December 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BULA, Guinea-Bissau) – A tragic grenade explosion at the São Vicente military barracks in the Bula sector, Cacheu region, has claimed the lives of two soldiers and left several others injured.

Ruto and Barrow Steal the Show at Kenya’s 61st Jamhuri Day Celebrations

December 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (NAIROBI, Kenya) – President William Ruto and his chief guest, President Adama Barrow, brought energy and joy to Kenya’s 61st Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens as he danced to performances by legendary Kenyan artists. The event, held annually to commemorate Kenya’s independence, was marked by vibrant displays of culture, music, and unity.

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Dream Deferred: Samuel Sarr’s Arrest and Audit Scandal Shake Senegal’s Landmark Energy Project

Gambian Women Challenge Gender Norms, Breaking Barriers in ‘Backway’ Migration

2025 Budget Appropriation – Focus on Resource Mobilization, Pay Raises, Pension Boosts

Barthélémy Dias’ Dismissal: A Test of Senegal’s Justice and Political Integrity

Cape Verde Attorney General Launches Investigations into Financial Misconduct at Presidency

Sahel Alliance Declares “Irreversible” Departure from ECOWAS Ahead of Key Summit

Senegalese Journalist Madiambal Diagne Interrogated Over Sonko’s Defamation Complaint

Senegalese Government Removes Dakar City Mayor Barthelemy Dias

Bissau – Two Soldiers Killed in Grenade Explosion at São Vicente Barracks, Several Injured

Ruto and Barrow Steal the Show at Kenya’s 61st Jamhuri Day Celebrations

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