Three women have been charged over the suspicious FGM-precipitated death of a one-month-old girl. The slamming of criminal charges against the women followed a police investigation into the matter, which generated intense social media debate about FGM. The charges were filed under the Women’s (Amendment) Act, 2015, which criminalizes the[Read More…]
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Gambia Police Enforce Ban On Foreign Tuk-Tuk Drivers, Prompting Protests
The Gambia Police Force (GPF) has begun enforcing a new policy barring foreign nationals from driving commercial vehicles, a move that has sparked protests from Tuk-tuk (tricycles) operators who say the measure threatens their livelihoods. Citing provisions in the Motor Traffic Act and its regulations, the GPF said foreigners will[Read More…]
Two Dead, Several Injured In Kalagi Bus Accident
Two people have died and several others were injured after a GTSU passenger bus veered off the road in Kalagi on Monday. Police say the bus, bearing registration number KM 4845 K, was travelling from Bwiam to Soma when the driver reportedly lost control upon reaching Kalagi. The vehicle left[Read More…]
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