More than forty people, majority of them Gambian youth, have been convicted of the ‘offences’ of being found in possession of Cannabis and other prohibited drugs for various purposes. The anti-narcotics agency took 49 drugs matters to the various courts across the country but five people have been absolved of[Read More…]
Human Rights
Building Peace: Plotting A Route Towards Democracy In The Gambia
After two decades of dictatorship, The Gambia is on the road towards democracy and respect for human rights, The UN is working closely with the government on this journey, a process that involves facing up to the country’s violent past. For Isatou Ceesay and Tombong Njie, the term “witch hunt”[Read More…]
Two Dead In Senegal Clashes Amid Pre-Poll Tensions
Clashes between youths and police left two dead in Senegal’s capital Dakar on Friday as officers blocked off access to the home of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. Three opposition figures — Dethie Fall, Ahmet Aidara and Mame Diarra Fame — were also arrested, Sonko’s PASTEF party spokesman, Ousseynou Ly, said.[Read More…]
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