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  Outspoken rapper and activist Killa Ace, whose real name is Ali Cham, has scooped the coveted Human Rights in Action Award, a recognition organised by ANEKED to honour individuals and institutions

  The Gambia government has expressed deep regret over the tragic death of 27-year-old Omar Badjie and announced the launch of a coroner’s inquest to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death. Badjie’s

  Chaos erupted in Mandinary continued into Saturday as residents took to the streets to demand justice for Omar Badjie, who reportedly died following an alleged confrontation with police. Furious locals burned

  The United Democratic Party (UDP) has issued a statement acknowledging the recent resignations of some of its members, thanking them for their years of service while reaffirming the party’s commitment to

  The Trump administration has been hailed by some Gambians for “saving taxpayers money” after reports emerged that several top Gambian diplomats were denied visas to attend the 80th United Nations General

  The Waa Banjul Sports Festival Chairman Barrister Alpha Barry, together with key team members yesterday the of 22nd September, paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Coordinator’s Office in Banjul. The

  Former United Democratic Party (UDP) campaign manager Karafa Sonko has exploded at online critics, accusing supporters of his old party of trying to sabotage his nationwide tour. Sonko, who recently ditched

  Police have come under fire after shocking footage emerged showing a man, held during the bloody Jabang-Sukuta land row, being brutally slapped by riot officers before being bundled into a truck.

  Police have rounded up scores of locals after a violent bust-up over land erupted between Jabang and Sukuta. The rival communities have been at each other’s throats for years over the

  Ibrahim Dampha, an employment specialist at the London School of Economics, has issued a strong statement affirming that Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda will contest in The Gambia’s