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Gambian Lawmakers Convene Retreat to Address Diaspora Voting Rights

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a concerted effort to address the long-standing disenfranchisement of Gambians living abroad, the Ministry of Justice, in partnership with GK Partners and the National Assembly Joint Committee for the Elections Bill, is hosting a pivotal one-day retreat for National Assembly Members (NAMs) and key stakeholders. This event will facilitate technical and consultative discussions on implementing Diaspora Voting and Representation.

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Ireland, Norway and Spain Stir Israel Anger as They Formally Recognize Palestine as a State

Gambiaj.com – (BRUSSELS) – Norway, Ireland and Spain announced on Wednesday that they will recognize a Palestinian state from May 28, sparking fury from Israel and delight from Palestinian leaders. The news came as Israeli tanks advanced to the edge of a crowded district in the heart of Rafah on Wednesday during one of the most intense nights of bombardment of the southern Gaza city since Israel launched its offensive there this month.

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Deadly Indian Syrup – What a Legal Action in Tashkent Reveals About the Case in The Gambia

Gambiaj.com – (TASHKENT) – A court in Uzbekistan has initiated a criminal case against Indian businessman Sachin Jayin, whose pharmaceutical product, Dok-1 Max syrup, is linked to the deaths of dozens of children in both Uzbekistan and The Gambia. This action follows a tragic incident where 68 children died and 16 others were left disabled in Uzbekistan after consuming the syrup. Similarly, in The Gambia, officially, 69 children died due to the same product.

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Seydi Gassama and Madiambal Diagne Clash Over Bah Diakhate’s Arrest and Free Speech

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – The arrest of Bah Diakhate has ignited a flurry of reactions across social media, drawing the attention of human rights advocates. Madiambal Diagne, CEO of Avenir Communications Media Group, and Seydi Gassama, Executive Director of Amnesty International/Senegal, have weighed in on the situation, highlighting the serious interest building around Diakhate’s comments against the Prime Minister.

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