The Baby Scorpions crashed out of the Caf Under-17 championship after losing to Tunisia. Their defeat came after an earlier loss against Senegal and a win over Somalia. Despite elimination from the tournament, they still have a shot at reaching the FIFA World Under-17 Cup through upcoming playoffs against Uganda.
Tunisia clinched victory with a nail-biting 2-1 win, securing their spot in the knockout stages. Yassine Ben Mahmoud and Anisse Saide scored crucial goals that decided the match. The game was super close, with both teams battling hard and sharing equal possession throughout the contest.
The Gambian team showed serious fight after falling behind. Bisenty Mendy equalized right after halftime, giving fans hope for a potential...
The Department of Physical Planning stepped up to explain its controversial home demolitions in Sukuta-Salagi. Security personnel helped clear out families from their properties, sparking widespread public anger. Government officials defended their actions as necessary for proper urban planning.
Momodou Taal, the deputy permanent secretary at the Ministry of Lands, broke down the layout's history. The Salagi Layout started in 2001 when the government first acquired the land. Officials created residential plots with spaces reserved for public services like schools, mosques, and community centers. They also planned spots for police stations, fire services, utilities, markets, and parking areas.
The problem arose because those public...
The Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice blasted government officials for destroying homes in the Salagi area and calling out the Department of Physical Planning for kicking people out of their properties. The center saw how families lost everything during the demolitions on March 28 and April 3.
Land problems run deep with corruption touching everyone from local leaders to estate agents. Government workers have played favorites for years. They protect rich and powerful people instead of helping regular citizens. The Ministry warned people about shady real estate agents but kept making messy land decisions.
Officials claim they want to clear land for public services like police stations and markets. But the center points...
A big American company promised to transform a massive chunk of Senegalese land into a thriving agricultural project. They talked about creating thousands of jobs and growing alfalfa for export to wealthy Middle Eastern countries. Rusted pipes and angry workers are all that remain from their grand plans. The project turned into a massive disappointment for local communities who had hoped for economic opportunities. Investors Frank Timis and Gora Seck swept into the village of Niéti Yone with big dreams.
The company African Agriculture secured a huge 50,000-hectare land lease near Senegal's largest freshwater lake. Residents were divided about the project; some saw potential jobs, while herders worried about losing traditional grazing...
The Gambian Foreign Affairs Minister recently warned about the dangers of artificial intelligence at a conference. He wants African countries to stay sharp with technology rules. AI could mess up security and military operations if people don't watch carefully. The minister stressed the need for smart partnerships between governments and tech companies. He wants Africa to move forward without falling behind.
Governments worldwide are starting to take AI seriously as more than just a cool future thing. Countries see AI changing how they work across different areas like healthcare and business. Lawmakers recognize that AI can help make better decisions but also create huge problems. The technology helps process tons of information super...
Michael Correa faces serious legal trouble for alleged torture crimes committed years ago in Gambia. US courts want to hold him accountable for actions during Yahya Jammeh's brutal government. Correa stands accused of being part of a scary paramilitary group called the Junglers. The trial happening in Denver connects to awful human rights violations from decades of oppression. American laws let prosecutors chase criminals for terrible crimes no matter where they happened.
The case follows years of uncovering dark secrets about Jammeh's rule. Gambia suffered terrible human rights abuses targeting journalists, activists, and anyone speaking against the government. Correa allegedly worked with a secret squad that hurt people outside...
Lawyers defending Michael Sang Correa explained he still faces multiple torture charges after one count got tossed out. The Center for Justice and Accountability clarified that only Count 5, related to Bunja Darboe's case, disappeared from the indictment. Prosecutors requested a special legal move called "dismissal without prejudice," which means they can bring back the charge later if new evidence shows up.
Claret Vargas from the legal team emphasized that the trial moves forward with all other charges intact. The remaining five counts of torture and conspiracy to torture stay firmly in place. Lawyers described any potential trial rescheduling as super unlikely. They believe the circumstances around Bunja Darboe might change...
The Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice stepped up to help families hurt hard during home demolitions in Sukuta-Salagi. Government workers from the Department of Physical Planning knocked down several houses, leaving families without shelter. People who legally bought their land and built homes feel they've been treated unfairly and deserve better treatment.
Residents argue they followed all the right steps when buying their properties. They spent tons of money building homes and expected protection under the law. The centre believes something fishy might be happening with land allocation and wants to investigate the situation further.
Lawyers at the rights centre are asking affected people to consider taking legal...
Bdoulie Gassama stepped up as the top jury boss for an exciting journalism contest happening soon. He used to run Gambia's radio and TV services and now teaches journalism at the University of The Gambia. The Economic Community of West African States plans to celebrate its 50th birthday with a brand new media award that spotlights great reporting.
Media experts from across the region joined Gassama to review over 200 contest entries written in English, French, and Portuguese. From 9 to 12 April, they will carefully review all the submissions. The team promises to pick winners fairly and thoughtfully and highlight stories that matter most to people across West Africa.
Journalists can win big with this contest that celebrates top-notch...
