A young Gambian man who survived torture, detention, and near-death conditions during his journey to Europe is now rebuilding his life in Italy after receiving a life-saving heart transplant. Kalifa, originally from The Gambia, left home in search of safety and a better future. His journey took him through Senegal,[Read More…]
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Gambians Among Dozens Dead On Spain’s Deadliest Migration Route
The Atlantic migration route to Spain, particularly the journey to the Canary Islands, continues to claim a devastating number of lives and Gambians remain among those most at risk. Between January and May 2025, at least 1,482 people died trying to reach the Canary Islands from West Africa, according to[Read More…]
Gambia Among Key Departure Points In Rising Irregular Migration To Spain In 2024
The Gambia has emerged as one of the notable departure points in the surge of irregular migration to Spain, with nearly 2,000 Gambians taking to the sea in 2024, according to data from Spain’s National Security Report. The report, published by the National Security Department under the Spanish Prime Minister’s[Read More…]