(JollofNews) – Lack of fuel and demand for allowances by health staff have been reportedly hampering the surveillance activities on a rare condition currently killing children in The Gambia. The outbreak has reportedly killed 28 children with most of the deaths recorded in the Upper River Region. Western Health Region[Read More…]
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Three Gambian Minors ‘Stranded’ In Casamance
Three Gambian minors have been stranded in Casamance, JollofNews was informed. According to our source, the trio is currently in Kaparang village in the Department De Bignona. One Malang Sanyang of Kaparang said the three boys claimed they were sent to Casamance by their aunt. “They said they came from[Read More…]
Gambian Among Youngsters Jailed In Italy As Smugglers
A Gambian was among youngsters being held in detention and charged as smugglers upon their arrival in Italy, reports Infomigrants. These youngsters have been described as little more than children but incarcerated and tried like adults. Ousainou Joof was born in Barra in 1999 and described himself as a boy[Read More…]