Nineteen people, including popular rapper Killa Ace, were arrested Friday during a protest against a mobile data price hike outside the offices of the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) in Banjul. The protesters, made up of youths and civil society groups such as the Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights[Read More…]
Author: Ousman A. Marong
Flooding In Fajikunda & Ebo Town Sparks Outcry Over Garbage-Clogged Drains
Heavy rains across the country on Monday left severe flooding in Fajikunda and Ebo Town, where residents blamed clogged drains and reckless garbage disposal for worsening the damage. As the waters subsided, families were left cleaning waterlogged homes and clearing debris from blocked streets. Many accused neighbours of dumping trash[Read More…]
ANEKED Awaits Gov’t Action On Ex-President Jammeh Prosecution
The African Network Against Extrajudicial Killings and Enforced Disappearances (ANEKED) says it is waiting for The Gambia’s special Accountability Mechanism to begin prosecuting former President Yahya Jammeh and senior officials accused of serious human rights violations during his 22-year rule. In an interview with JollofNews, ANEKED Country Director Sirra Ndow[Read More…]
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