Nigeria Unions Call for Indefinite Strike Over Rising Living Costs
By: Zackline Colley
As reported by Nkechi Ogbonna of the BBC, Nigeria's two largest labor unions have declared an indefinite strike set to commence next Tuesday, in protest...
Nelson Mandela’s Granddaughter Has Died of Cancer at the Age of 43
A family spokesperson disclosed in a statement on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, that Zoleka Mandela, the granddaughter of Nelson Mandela, has passed away at the age of...
GDC Leader Kandeh Says Police Officers Need to be Fully Armed
By: Dawda Baldeh
Mamma Kandeh, the leader of the opposition Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC), has made a fervent plea to the government and the office of the Inspector...
Wild Hippo Attacks on Cattle in Janjanbureh Raise Concerns for Local Livelihoods
By: Dawda Baldeh
The island of Janjanbureh, nestled in the Central River Region, recently experienced a terrifying incident as wild hippos attacked a cattle herd, resulting in the...
After A Tense Political Tug-of-War, France Will Finally Withdraw From Niger
By: Seringe ST Touray
French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Sunday the imminent end of France's military presence in Niger and the recall of its ambassador from the...
At the UN General Assembly, Guinean Leader Defends Coups in Africa, Rejects Western Influence
By: Seringe ST Touray
Colonel Mamadi Doumbouya, the interim president of Guinea following the 2021 coup, stated that recent coups in Africa are military attempts to rectify presidents'...
“Focus on Action and Development Rather Than Endless Talk,” President Adama Barrow
By: Dawda Baldeh and Alieu Jallow
President Adama Barrow emphasized action and development over endless discussions during a ceremony where he presided over the launch of the Accessible...
Gambian Police Issue Strict Warning Against Unauthorized Firearms Possession, Urge Registration
By: Dawda Baldeh
The Gambian police have recently issued a stern warning against the unauthorized possession of firearms and ammunition in public spaces. In line with the Arms...
Military Officer Shoots, Kills Man Who Opened Fire In A Busy Street In Freetown,...
By: Amara Thoronka
In the busy hours of Thursday, September 21st, at the central business area of Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, a military personnel gunned down a man...
Gambia’s Dalasi is Africa’s Best-Performing Currency
By: The Fatu Network Editorial
The Gambia's dalasi is currently the strongest currency in Africa, appreciating by 0.9% against the U.S. dollar this year. This performance surpasses 23...
Gambia Deaf Football Athletes at Risk of Missing 2nd Africa Deaf Championship Unless…
By: Dawda Baldeh
Lamin Ceesay, President of the Gambia Deaf Sports Association and Vice President of the Confederation of African Deaf Sports, has informed The Fatu Network that...
After 200 Arrests, 60 of the Prosecuted Nigeria Gay Wedding Suspects Granted Bail, Says...
By: Sainabou Gassama
On Monday, August 28, 2023, over 200 individuals were arrested at an alleged gay wedding celebration in Nigeria's Southern Delta State. Among them, sixty-nine have...
Africa: Rwanda’s Kagame Confirms Run for a Fourth Term After Almost 30 Years In...
By: The Fatu Network Editorial
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has publicly declared his intention to seek a fourth term in the upcoming elections, scheduled for August 2024. This...
WASSCE 2023 Results: 316 More Candidates Meet University Entry Requirements Compared to Last Year
By: Dawda Baldeh
The Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MoBSE) has officially released the 2023 West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate (WASSCE) Grade 12 results, revealing that...
GAP Leader Calls for Unity, Justice, and a Safer Gambia
By: Zackline Colley
The Secretary General of the Gambia Action Party (GAP), Musa Yalli Batchilly, has called for a safer Gambia characterized by unity and justice.
In a statement...
Gambia National Female Football Team Departs for Morocco in Preparation for Namibia’s Game
By: Alagie Cherno Suwareh
The Gambia's female football team has departed for Morocco in preparation for their upcoming match against Namibia in the Africa Women Cup of Nations...
French Ambassador to Niger Held “Hostage” by the Military Junta, Says Macron
By: Sainabou Gassama
President Emmanuel Macron alleged on Friday that the French ambassador to Niger is effectively trapped within the French embassy, dependent on military rations, and accused...
The Flood Disaster in Libya: 11,000 Confirmed Deaths Due to Dam Failures
By: The Fatu Network Editorial
Libya's chief prosecutor is set to launch an investigation into the tragic collapse of two dams located in the eastern port city of...
“Let the Police Execute Impartial Investigation” – Hon. Ceesay Warns Against Politicizing Shooting Incident,...
By: Dawda Baldeh
Less than 24 hours after the government spokesperson, Ebrima G. Sankareh, gave an interview on West Coast Radio, where he disclosed key details about the...
Tragic Shooting: Police Announce Burial Details for Fallen Officers
By: Dawda Baldeh
The Office of the Inspector General of Police has officially announced the funeral arrangements for the two paramilitary officers tragically killed on Tuesday, September 12th,...