Sanna Manjang, a former member of the paramilitary Junglers unit that operated under ex-president Yahya Jammeh, has been arrested, the Gambia Armed Forces confirmed today. His detention marks a significant moment for victims who have waited years to see key suspects brought back into the reach of Gambian authorities. Manjang’s[Read More…]
Author: Ousman A. Marong
Gambians Decry Long Lines, Bribes & Delays In Passport Process
Applicants seeking passports at the Gambia Immigration Department on Wednesday voiced growing anger over what they describe as bribery, queue jumping and a system that favours those who can pay. Many stood in long lines under tight conditions while accusing some officers of taking money to fast-track applicants. Fatou Sumareh,[Read More…]
Bundung Child Killed In Suspected Drunk-Driving Incident
A 1-year-7-month-old boy died on Thursday afternoon after he was struck by a car at the entrance of his family’s compound in Bundung’s Six Junction area. The driver, identified by residents as Mustapha Jaiteh, was arrested at the scene and is being held as police continue their investigation. The child,[Read More…]
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