Homosexuality is legally punished and criminally repressed in Senegal as an offense against morals. It is legally defined as an “indecent or unnatural act with an individual of the same sex” and is punishable by one to five years in prison.
Gambiaj.com – (New York) – The Gambia has reiterated its unwavering support for Morocco’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity, particularly endorsing the autonomy initiative as a definitive solution to the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara. This declaration was made before members of the United Nations Committee of 24 (C24) during the Caribbean Regional Seminar held from May 14-16 in Caracas, Venezuela.
The Government of Senegal, in collaboration with several international organizations including the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), has officially launched the Africa Integrated Climate Risk Management Programme (AIRCM). This initiative aims to bolster the resilience of smallholder farmers against the impacts of climate change across seven Sahelian countries participating in the Great Green Wall: Burkina Faso, Chad, Gambia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, and Senegal.
The Barrow Government has reinforced its commitment to enhancing the country’s health infrastructure by inaugurating the Alkali Nyakudi Health Centre in Jali village, Kiang West. This initiative is part of the broader goal of providing all-inclusive health services across rural Gambia.
The Gambia has embarked on a landmark initiative with the launch of its 2024 Population and Housing Census, the first to be conducted digitally in the nation’s history. This significant event took place on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the Sir Dawda Jawara Conference Center in Bijilo, officiated by Vice President His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow.
Gambiaj.com- (BANJUL) – In a series of coordinated operations, the Drug Law Enforcement Agency of Gambia (DLEAG) has arrested multiple individuals in connection with the possession of significant quantities of suspected cannabis and other narcotics. The arrests, which took place over several days, highlight the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat drug-related activities in the country.
Gambiaj.com – (THE HAGUE) – South Africa requested emergency measures for a fourth time since launching proceedings at the court late last year, citing “massive, indiscriminate violence and starvation” in Gaza. South Africa told judges at the U.N.’s highest court on Thursday that “most of Gaza has been reduced to rubble” by Israel’s military operation, asking the court to intervene to prevent the “annihilation of the Palestinian people.”
Gambiaj.com – (FARAFENNI) – Lieutenant General Mamat O. Cham, the Chief of Defence of The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF), issued a stern warning against indiscipline within the army, emphasizing that ‘indiscipline and disloyalty will not be compromised’. The country’s army chief made these remarks during a visit to the 2 Infantry Battalion in Farafenni as part of his countrywide tour of military installations.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Amidst solemn tributes and heartfelt reminiscences, dignitaries and parliamentarians gathered at The Gambia’s National Assembly to honor the centenary of the late first President, Sir Dawda Jawara. The Kairaba Conservation and Leadership Organization (KairaCLO) led a poignant tree planting exercise as a symbolic gesture of respect and remembrance for his profound contributions to the nation.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In the ongoing murder trial of Ousainou Bojang and Amie Bojang, the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), A.M. Yusuf, presented crucial evidence to the court. The evidence included an alleged murder weapon, empty bullet casings, and a live round, all submitted as Prosecution Exhibits.