There was a deadlock in the trial of two Austrian nationals at a lower court in the Gambian capital, Banjul last Wednesday when police prosecutors and their witness decided not to leave the courtroom even after the magistrate brought the proceedings to a screeching halt. The trial of Manuel Di[Read More…]
Tag: Human Rights
19 Dead In Mediterranean Tragedy As Migrant Boat From Libya Breaks Down
At least 19 migrants have died and dozens more rescued after a boat attempting to cross the Mediterranean from Libya broke down, in yet another deadly incident along one of the world’s most dangerous migration routes. Italian coast guard officials confirmed that 58 people were rescued and taken to the[Read More…]
Sonko Returns To Court As Victims Push For Justice In Jammeh-Era Crimes
A former interior minister under Yahya Jammeh has appeared before a Swiss appeals court in a case that continues to resonate strongly among Gambians at home and in the diaspora. Ousman Sonko, who served as a powerful figure in Jammeh’s government until his dismissal in 2016, is challenging his 2024[Read More…]

