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…]
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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…]
One Month Old Girl Dies After FGM In Gambia
A one-month-old baby girl has died in The Gambia after undergoing female genital mutilation (FGM), police have confirmed. Preliminary investigations indicate the infant was allegedly subjected to circumcision and later suffered severe bleeding. She was rushed to Bundung Maternal and Child Health Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival. Police[Read More…]
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