Lamin Touray’s murder: Mayor Malick Lowe expresses shock, calls for investigation
In a tragic incident that has sparked controversy and calls for investigation, a Gambian migrant, Lamin Touray, was fatally shot...
Month: March 2024
Gambian migrant shot dead by German police
A Gambian migrant, identified as Lamin Touray, was fatally shot by German police amidst allegations of a knife threat against...
Kenya tourism rebounds, surpasses pre-pandemic levels with $2.7b revenue surge
Kenya's tourism industry witnessed a remarkable resurgence in 2023, marking a significant leap in revenue and visitor numbers, outperforming pre-pandemic...
Embracing Opportunity: Let There Be Mutual Recognition and Peace in the Middle East
The events of October 7, 2023, marked by tragedy and loss, present an opportunity for transformative leadership and reconciliation between...
Istanbul municipal election: A decisive moment for Turkey
Turks headed to the polls on Sunday in a crucial municipal election, with all eyes fixed on Istanbul, the national...
Kenya: Rovanpera leads Safari rally despite Evans’ setbacks
Kalle Rovanpera showcased his prowess behind the wheel, maintaining his commanding lead in the Safari Rally Kenya, while his teammate...
Segonds’ Boot secures narrow victory for Stade Francais
In a gritty display under challenging conditions, fly-half Joris Segonds proved to be the hero for Stade Francais as they...
Gaza: Humanitarian crisis escalates, 9,000 patients await evacuation from decimated hospitals
In a dire plea for international attention, the World Health Organization (WHO) revealed that approximately 9,000 patients in the Gaza...
Somalia moves towards universal suffrage despite political criticism
Somalia's parliament on Saturday unanimously approved proposals to overhaul the country's electoral system to reintroduce universal suffrage, a plan that...
Senegal: President SALL meets with Faye to ensure smooth transition
In a historic moment marked by grace and statesmanship, President Macky SALL welcomed his successor, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, in...
ECOWAS gathers in Abuja to tackle humanitarian challenges
In a bid to confront the pressing humanitarian issues affecting vulnerable populations across its Member States, the Economic Community of...
South Africa: 45 people killed in bus crash en route to easter service
South Africa is reeling from the loss of forty-five lives following a horrific bus accident that occurred in Limpopo province...
Gambia: Mobile traffic unit ramps up enforcement efforts to tackle rising accidents
In a bid to combat the escalating number of road accidents, particularly along the ongoing OIC roads construction sites, the...
Gambia: President Barrow reviews ministry progress amidst infrastructural challenges
In a crucial meeting held at the State House in Banjul on Tuesday, President Adama Barrow
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Yes to Housing in God’s Backyard
When we came into office, we had a clear mission: protect public safety, rebuild our economy as quickly as possible,...
Gambia gov’t responds to FGM debate, affirms commitment to anti-FGM law
In a long-awaited move, the Minister of Gender, Children, and Social Welfare, Fatou Kinteh, has finally addressed the simmering debate...
Senegal elects 44-year-old Bassirou Diomaye Faye as president
In a monumental moment for Senegal and Africa at large, the nation has ushered in a new era of leadership...
Celebrating Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru @ 60: A Remarkable Journey of Leadership and Legacy
Entering the illustrious realm of sixty years is not merely a passage of time but a profound testament to divine...
Papua New Guinea earthquake kills five, destroys 1,000 homes
At least five people were killed and an estimated 1,000 homes destroyed when a magnitude 6.9 earthquake rocked flood-stricken northern...
Gambia police provide security to ensure smooth Senegalese presidential elections
In a bid to ensure the integrity and tranquility of Senegal's Presidential Elections taking place within its borders, the Gambia...
ECOWAS mission observes peaceful Senegal presidential election
On Sunday, March 24, 2024, as Senegal prepared to elect its next president, the nation witnessed a remarkable display of...
ECOWAS engages Senegal’s power players ahead of presidential poll
As the countdown to Senegal's pivotal presidential election on March 24, 2024, quickens its pace, the Head of the ECOWAS...
Gambia: President Barrow calls for unity among global leaders
The third Virtual Summit for Democracy, hosted by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, brought together leaders from around the...
President Barrow swears in new Gambian cabinet members
In a solemn ceremony, President Adama Barrow exercised his constitutional authority outlined in section 172 of the 1997 Constitution of...
Nigeria: Bandits kill village head, 20 others in Niger assault
In a heart-wrenching assault on the Madaka community within the Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, suspected bandits have...
Uganda: President Museveni elevates son to army chief
In a move that has ignited concerns about succession plans in Uganda, President Yoweri Museveni has appointed his son, Muhoozi...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Giving a Raise for New York City’s Human Services Workers
When I was a child, my family lived on the edge of homelessness. My five siblings and I would go...
IPL 2024: Million of cricket enthusiasts brace for season of thrilling encounters
As the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) sets to unfold its magic this Friday, cricket enthusiasts brace themselves for a...
US proposes UN ceasefire resolution amid Gaza hospital assault, famine warnings
The United States has circulated for the first time a draft UN resolution calling for an "immediate" ceasefire in the...
Swiss National Bank surprises markets with interest rate cut
In a bold move setting it apart from major central banks worldwide, the Swiss National Bank (SNB) announced a significant...
Gambia’s presidential forum sparks plan to revolutionize rice production
In a pivotal gathering dubbed the Presidential Delivery Forum, the Ministry of Agriculture, led by Honourable Dr. Demba Sabally, unveiled...
Dubai police distribute over 71,000 iftar meals to motorists
In an initiative dubbed "Ramadan without Accidents," the Dubai Police distributed 71,850 iftar meals to motorists in the first week...
Nvidia unveils groundbreaking AI chips at developer conference
Nvidia, the leading supplier in the realm of artificial intelligence, made a significant announcement on Monday, showcasing its latest family...
Japan: Central Bank hikes rates for first time since financial crisis
Japan's central bank has broken from its long-standing ultra-aggressive monetary stimulus program, opting to hike rates for the first time...
Kenya: Tragic collision claims lives, leaves several Kenyatta University students seriously injured
Photo file source: The Star A collision on Monday evening along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway resulted in the loss of 11...
Janith Liyanage’s heroics propel Sri Lanka to competitive total in ODI showdown with Bangladesh
In a thrilling encounter at Chittagong on Monday, Sri Lanka's Janith Liyanage emerged as the knight in shining armor, steering...
Nigeria: Senate demands justice for slain army personnel in Delta
In a resounding denouncement of the brutal slaying of 16 Army personnel from 'Operation Delta Safe' in the Okuama community...
European leaders unveil €7.4b aid package for Egypt, targets energy trade, migration
In a bid to bolster Egypt's struggling economy and address migration challenges, the European Union's top officials, alongside five European...
Spanish farmers protest against proposed EU agricultural policy changes
In a display of solidarity and determination, hundreds of farmers descended upon the streets of the Spanish capital, Madrid, on...
Senegal: Opposition leader Sonko rallies supporters in Casamance
In the midst of heightened political tensions, Senegal's opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, alongside his coalition's presidential candidate, Bassirou Diomaye Faye,...
Renewed clashes in DR Congo, M23 rebels injure UN peacekeepers
A resurgence of violence has erupted in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), as clashes between government forces...
Netanyahu ignores world leaders, threatens ground offensive in Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's declaration of sending ground forces into Gaza's southern Rafah city despite mounting international concerns over...
Kenya: President Ruto calls for mediation, urges elders, clergy to quell Kilgoris conflict
In the wake of escalating inter-clan clashes in Kilgoris, President William Ruto has issued a directive urging a coalition of...
Kenya: EACC, AG Muturi, ODPP unite against MP Ruku’s Anti-Graft Bill
In a concerted effort to safeguard the integrity of Kenya's anti-corruption laws, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), along with...
Gambia’s special task force cracks down on drug trafficking, arrests 3 Sierra Leoneans
The Gambia's Crime Management Department, as part of Operation Fight Kush, apprehended three Sierra Leonean nationals on Saturday, March 16,...
Ukrainian bombardments kill 2, set oil facility ablaze in Russia
The tranquility of the Russian heartland was shattered on Saturday as Ukrainian bombardments claimed two lives and ignited a conflagration...
Senegal: Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko predicts strong victory, steps Back into political arena
In his first public appearance since his release from prison, prominent Senegalese opposition figure Ousmane Sonko rallied hundreds of supporters...
UN urges urgent Action as Sudan faces catastrophic hunger
The United Nations issued a fervent plea on Friday for warring factions in Sudan to facilitate the delivery of vital...
Fire engulfs Al-Ahram Studio in Cairo, sends shockwaves through Arab film industry
Cairo's cinematic landscape witnessed a tragic loss as flames ravaged the historic Al-Ahram Studio, one of the Arab world's esteemed...
Senegal’s anti-establishment leaders gain momentum ahead of election after prison release
In Senegal, the political landscape is ablaze as prominent anti-establishment figures, Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye, step out of...