Two child scavengers in the Gambian capital, Banjul, have told JollofNews that they had to collect metallic materials on almost daily basis to support their mother in their upkeep. Ida (not her real name) is three years old this year but she told JollofNews that she and her older sister[Read More…]
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VP Joof Says Demolitions To Continue As Long As Necessary
The Gambia’s Vice President has said, in no uncertain terms, that demolition of structures on water alleys will continue as long as they are necessary. VP Alieu Badara Joof insisted that the protection of lives and properties of the majority of Gambians is paramount. He, however, pointed out that compensation[Read More…]
OIC Summit Could Be Overshadowed By Major Islamic Conference
The OIC Summit in Banjul could be overshadowed by a proposed major Islamic conference in the same month as the second largest gathering of world leaders is expected to be held. As the Gambia government still insists it has the ability to host the summit in December, President Adama Barrow[Read More…]
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