President Adama Barrow of The Gambia has called for a retraction and an apology from The Voice newspaper following a report that claimed he has selected businessman Muhammed Jah as his successor. The story prompted a quick response from the National People’s Party, whose admin secretary, Seedy Ceesay, denounced it[Read More…]
Human Rights
CDS Cham visits Senegal To Strengthen Security Cooperation
General Cham’s visit to Senegal, which began on Tuesday, September 24th, highlights the strengthening ties between the Gambian and Senegalese armed forces. Since his arrival, the Chief of Defence Staff Major General Mamat O. Cham has held significant discussions with General Mbaye Cisse, the Chief of General Staff of the[Read More…]
Boat With 30 Decomposing Bodies Found Off Senegal Coast
At least 30 decomposing bodies have been found on a boat off the coast of Senegal, military authorities say. The navy was informed of a vessel that was adrift about 70km (45 miles) from the capital Dakar, according to a military statement on X. They brought the wooden canoe, or[Read More…]