Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump held competing rallies in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on November 1st, rallying supporters and emphasizing their differing visions for America as they sought to win the pivotal swing state ahead of Election Day.
The Spanish Interior Minister urged Frontex to seek African nations’ approval for patrolling their waters to curb irregular migration to the Canary Islands, while the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of legal migration for Spain’s economy and aging population, downplaying the significance of illegal migration.
The Daily Wrap reports that Hezbollah and Israel are raising funds in Africa to support their respective conflicts, with Hezbollah receiving donations from Lebanese communities and engaging in money laundering, while Israel benefits from the trade of African diamonds.
A 51-year-old Portuguese woman, Ramatu Baldeh, was arrested at Banjul International Airport for attempting to smuggle over 200 cocaine pellets, leading to the apprehension of Abdoulia Dembo, who was found with additional pellets during a subsequent investigation.
By Madi Jobarteh We have noted the public statement by the Gambia Police Force issued on 15 October 2024 that they are investigating the Independent Electoral Commission following queries raised in a special audit by the National Audit Office. While we are yet to access a copy of this special audit report from either the
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye’s leadership, centered on youth empowerment, transparency, and regional cooperation, provides valuable lessons for The Gambia in strengthening democracy, fostering civic engagement, and promoting economic growth through youth-focused policies and accountable governance.
The EF Small Centre for Rights and Justice expresses deep concern over the continued enforcement of sedition and false publication laws in The Gambia, calling for the immediate dropping of charges against citizens and urging the government to decriminalize media offenses, in line with democratic principles and international law.
Imam Baba Leigh, a prominent Gambian cleric, delivered a scathing critique of the African Union (AU) and ECOWAS for failing to address critical issues facing Africans, while also advocating for a two-term limit across all political parties to promote transparency in Gambian politics.
