Environmental activist Amadou Worry Jallow has blamed poor waste management, weak enforcement of municipal regulations and inadequate maintenance of drainage infrastructure for the flooding that affected parts of Banjul following heavy rainfall on Wednesday evening. Speaking to JollofNews, Jallow said the flooding, which inundated several streets, homes and businesses, highlights[Read More…]
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Banjul’s Albert Market Vendors Say Sewage Crisis Exposes Leadership Vacuum
A worsening sewage problem at Banjul’s Albert Market is not only choking off business but also exposing deeper failures in city governance, vendors and health officials say. The stench from overflowing and poorly maintained toilets has lingered for months, turning away customers and raising public health concerns, yet no meaningful[Read More…]
Banjul’s Wetlands Under Threat: A Call For Urgent Action Against Environmental Neglect
The wetlands surrounding Bone Road in Banjul are facing an environmental crisis. Once rich with mangrove forests and aquatic life, these vital ecosystems are now increasingly being used as dumping grounds for solid waste, a trend that poses a serious threat to marine biodiversity and the future of Banjul itself.[Read More…]
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