Malian Minister’s Convoy Attacked by Terrorists, Leaving Two Dead and Ten Injured

A convoy carrying Mali’s Minister of Sanitation was ambushed by terrorists on Thursday, resulting in two deaths, ten injuries, and damage to two vehicles. The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated militant organization, claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that it had targeted Malian forces with an explosive device in…

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Morocco Ramps Up Sports Infrastructure Ahead of CAN 2025 and 2030 World Cup

Morocco is accelerating the development of its sports infrastructure as it countdown to CAN 2025. Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch on Thursday in Rabat, chaired a key meeting of the steering committee overseeing stadium construction and renovation for both events. according to a government statement,Officials assessed progress on nine stadiums set to host the final…

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Gambian Court Issues Warrant for Alleged Ex-Hit Squad Member Under Former Leader Yahya Jammeh

A Gambian court has issued an arrest warrant for Sanna Manjang, a former military officer linked to the “Junglers,” notorious hit squad that operated under the regime of former President Yahya Jammeh. The group is alleged of committing numerous human rights violations, including killings, disappearances, and torture, during Jammeh’s 22 years in power. The arrest…

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Tech Experts Advocate for Innovation to Drive National Development in Gambia

The call for enhanced innovative solutions to local challenges, boosting entrepreneurship, and contributing to national development dominated discussions at the maiden Innovation Week. Tha two-day event organized by the University of Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology (USET) in The Gambia highlights discussions led by seasoned experts, aimed at enlightening students on the importance of innovation…

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