Senegal’s government has declared a “large victory” in Sunday’s parliamentary elections, with the ruling Pastef party poised to secure a majority in the National Assembly. This success would bolster President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s mandate to pursue the radical economic and social reforms he championed during his March presidential campaign. Opposition leaders, including formerRead More…
November 11 marks Remembrance Day, a day of reflection and tribute to the armed forces members who lost their lives in service. This solemn day is observed across Commonwealth nations, symbolized by the tradition of wearing a red poppy. The day commemorates the 1918 armistice that ended World War I, signed at “the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.” In The Gambia, Remembrance Day cereRead More…
Burkina Faso is considering reintroducing the death penalty as part of potential changes to its criminal code, a government source disclosed. The nation’s last execution was in 1988, involving four leaders accused of an attempted coup against then-president Blaise Compaoré. Justice Minister Rodrigue Bayala noted that the proposal is still in preliminary discussions and may be presented to the TRead More…
Donald Trump’s second term as president is anticipated to bring a mixed impact on African nations across trade, aid, security, and immigration. Trade and Investment: Trump’s “America First” stance could lead to protectionist measures like a universal 10% income tariff on foreign goods, potentially impacting African exports. This would affect programs like the African Growth and OpportunitRead More…
Nigeria recently released 119 people, including 40 minors, who had been detained on charges of treason related to anti-government protests over the high cost of living. The protesters, initially arraigned in August, were charged with offenses such as treason and incitement of a military coup, with some charges carrying the death penalty. However, following a directive by President Bola Tinubu, theRead More…
A Boko Haram attack near Lake Chad resulted in the deaths of approximately 40 Chadian soldiers. The assault occurred late Sunday in Ngouboua, near the Nigerian border, with attackers seizing control of a military garrison, taking weapons, and burning armed vehicles before retreating. Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, who visited the site on Monday, ordered a retaliatory operation to tRead More…
Guinea’s ruling junta has ordered a drastic reduction of political parties in the country, marking a major shakeup in the political landscape. Following a 180-page review by the Ministry of Territorial Administration, 53 parties are dissolved, 54 are suspended for three months, and another 67 are required to submit proper documentation within three months or face suspension. This leaves only 37 Read More…
Ghana’s historic forts, many dating back centuries, are now under severe threat from rising sea levels and coastal erosion driven by climate change. Fort Prinzenstein in Keta, built 240 years ago, has lost two-thirds of its structure to the Atlantic Ocean, with eight of its ten slave dungeons submerged before the installation of a sea defence wall. Other forts, like Fort Kongenstein in Ada and FRead More…
The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union dropped by 42% in the first nine months of 2024, according to data from the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex). However, despite the decline, migration from The Gambia remains notably high. The report highlighted that the Western African route, which includes The Gambia, Morocco, Mauritania, and Senegal, saw a significaRead More…
The tragic fuel tanker explosion in Jigawa State, northwestern Nigeria, has claimed the lives of over 150 people and left dozens injured, with many of the victims burned beyond recognition. The incident occurred when a tanker carrying fuel overturned on a highway and residents rushed to collect the spilled fuel. Shortly after, a massive explosion ignited, leading to a devastating fire that spread Read More…