Vendors at Serekunda market, the Gambia’s biggest open air market, have had to brave a dangerously leaning electric pole to sell their wares. At the time of posting this story on Tuesday evening, the pole has been precariously leaning overhead and vendors, who spoke to JollofNews, said no action has[Read More…]
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Gambia: Electrocution Kills 7 In North Bank Region
The tragic electrocution incident in Kerr Galo, North Bank Region of The Gambia, has left the community in profound grief following the loss of seven electricians. The workers were replacing aging electric poles when one of the poles reportedly collapsed onto live wires, causing the fatal accident. Initial reports suggested[Read More…]
NAWEC Boss Allays Fears Over Prepaid Meter Upgrade
NAWEC Managing Director, Nani Juwara, has clearly stated that the prepaid meter upgrade will not cause any fluctuation in power bills, adding that there is no need for concerns. “There is no way for activity of this nature to create additional costs for customers,” he told reporters Tuesday during a[Read More…]