Angola is set to present its human rights reports at the 81st Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, taking place in Banjul, The Gambia, from October 17 to November 6. These reports will focus on the country’s implementation of the African Charter on Human and[Read More…]
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Gambia: Electrocution Kills 7 In North Bank Region
The tragic electrocution incident in Kerr Galo, North Bank Region of The Gambia, has left the community in profound grief following the loss of seven electricians. The workers were replacing aging electric poles when one of the poles reportedly collapsed onto live wires, causing the fatal accident. Initial reports suggested[Read More…]
The Voice Editor-In-Chief, Journalist Arraigned
Musa Sheriff, editor-in-chief of The Voice, and deputy editor-in-chief Momodou Justice Darboe were arraigned at the Kanifing magistrates’ court, presided over by Magistrate Mben Faal, on charges of false publication and broadcasting. The indictment alleges that on September 23, the journalists published a story claiming President Barrow had selected Muhammed[Read More…]