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…]
Human Rights
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…]
Gov’t Still Assessing Impact Of Floods As Victims’ Needs For Relief Soar
The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) is still assessing the extent of last weekend’s floods as victims’ needs for urgent humanitarian assistance mount. Almost five days after torrential downpour caused devastating floods in some parts of the country, the central government has yet to make any noticeable humanitarian intervention. Meanwhile,[Read More…]