Violent protests over rolling blackouts in The Gambia as Barrow pledges new power capacity
Violent protests have broken out in The Gambia over prolonged electricity outages, with demonstrations reported in the capital, Banjul, and nearby cities on Monday and Tuesday. Residents have been demanding action over rolling blackouts that have left some areas without power for up to 48 hours. The unrest has centred on the country's worsening electricity crisis and the public response to it.Police used tear gas to disperse crowds that gathered in several locations, including near President Adama Barrow's residence and the headquarters of the National Water and Electricity Corporation, which supplies electricity in the country. Protesters burned tyres and built... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Sep 2026 04:34 LONDON
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