As a citizen of the Gambia, former President Yahya Jammeh possesses the constitutional right to voice his opinions. Nevertheless, given his status as an ex-head of state, it would be prudent for him to refrain from participating in active politics and instead concentrate on resolving his legal issues before an […]
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Dakar Prison: Clashes Erupt Between Inmates & Warders
by Mor Mbaye Cisse The Liberté 6 penal camp was the scene of a mutiny on Wednesday. A room search turned into a confrontation between inmates and prison guards. Tensions were high, and tear gas grenades and shots were fired, a prisoner told Seneweb. “We invite the Minister of Justice […]
Senegal Gets New Police Chief
The President of Senegal Bassirou Diomaye Faye has on Wednesday, 29th May 2024 appointed Mame Seydou Ndour as the Director General of the National Police (DGPN) of Senegal. He replaces Seydou Bocar Yague, who has been redeployed to other duties. The new police chief was previously Director of the Air and […]
Trade Minister Joof Visits Dakar Amid Efforts to Improve Trade Relations
The minister of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, Hon. Baboucarr Ousmaila Joof, on Wednesday, May 8th embarked on a four-day working visit to Dakar, Senegal. He was accompanied by Mr. Yankuba Darboe, the Commissioner General of The Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA); Mr. Lamin Dampha, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry […]