The UN has added 68 companies, including Heidelberg Materials and Airbnb, to its list of 158 firms linked to human rights abuses in Israeli settlements, raising debates about effectiveness amid tensions over Palestinian statehood and West Bank annexation.
The Brufut Anti-Crime Unit investigates a 29-year-old domestic worker in The Gambia for stealing USD 850, EUR 100, and GMD 5,000, recovering stolen funds and items, with the suspect aiding the ongoing probe.
Read about the escalating protests in Madagascar over water and energy shortages, where youth demonstrators clash with police amid government crackdowns, resulting in deaths, looting, and a curfew in Antananarivo.
At the 80th UN General Assembly, Gambian Vice President Mohammed B. S. Jallow commemorated slavery victims, strengthened ECOWAS ties, and promoted investment, showcasing The Gambia’s focus on history, unity, and economic progress.
Seychelles faces a presidential election rerun after Patrick Herminie (48.8%) and Wavel Ramkalawan (46.4%) failed to secure a majority, highlighting the competitive political landscape in this high-GDP African tourism destination.
