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The Gambia: President Barrow pledges to uphold press freedom

Gambian President Adama Barrow has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to protecting press freedom, emphasizing the media’s role in democracy and governance. Speaking at the inauguration of Star TV Headquarters, Barrow assured journalists of his administration’s continued support for a free…

Guinea: Legal community outraged over kidnappings, demands probe

Guinea’s legal community is expressing growing frustration over the surge in kidnappings targeting socio-political figures critical of the transitional government. Lawyers and human rights advocates are demanding urgent investigations and transparency from authorities. The latest abduction involved Abdoul Sakho, coordinator…

Liberia: USAID freezes $51M in aid, impacting key sectors

Liberia’s Finance Minister, Augustine Ngafuan, has revealed that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has halted funding for development projects worth $51 million. The freeze threatens critical sectors, including health, education, elections, and domestic revenue mobilization. Speaking before…