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Senegal has launched a formal process to recruit a financial adviser to help manage its growing debt burden, according to sources familiar with the matter.

The move comes as the government continues efforts to strengthen public finances after revealing previously unreported debts in 2024 that eventually exceeded $13 billion—more than a quarter of the country's economy.

Investors are closely watching how Senegal plans to address its fiscal challenges and restore confidence in its economy as the West African nation works toward long-term financial stability.

The Government of The Gambia has officially launched the National Identity Management System (NIMS), marking a significant step toward building a trusted and sovereign Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).

The new system introduces instant issuance of the GAM ID, replacing the previous slow and bureaucratic process with real-time service delivery.

Citizens will now be able to receive and activate their national ID immediately after biometric enrolment, making identity services faster, more efficient, and more accessible.

This initiative also aligns with the World Bank's vision of user-centered and inclusive digital identity systems, helping to improve access to public and private services across the country.

🇬🇲 A new era of secure, modern, and efficient identity management begins for The Gambia.

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Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Sierra Leone's First Child Marriage Prosecution

A Sierra Leone court has sentenced Lansana Qura to 15 years in prison or a fine of 50,000 New Leones after he pleaded guilty to helping organize the wedding of a 16-year-old girl in Freetown.

The case marks a significant milestone as it is the second conviction and part of the first prosecution under Sierra Leone's Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2024. Authorities say the ruling demonstrates the country's commitment to enforcing laws that protect children from early and forced marriage.

The judgment was delivered on Wednesday by High Court Justice Mark Ngegba in Freetown.

Magistrate Sets $500,000 Bail Condition in Admire and Dausy Fraud Trial

A magistrate has granted bail in the ongoing fraud case involving Admire and Dausy, setting the bail amount at $500,000 subject to the court's conditions.

The case continues to attract public attention as legal proceedings move forward. As with all criminal matters, the accused are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

Stay tuned for more verified updates as the trial progresses.

Sierra Leone's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Timothy Musa Kabba, paid a diplomatic bilateral visit to The Gambia, where he received a warm welcome from Martha Consilia Kanagbo and Adama Barrow.

The visit reflects the strong and growing diplomatic ties between Sierra Leone and The Gambia, reaffirming both nations' commitment to cooperation, regional integration, peace, and sustainable development.

Africa is moving forward through unity, partnership, and shared progress. 🌍🤝

Breaking: France Confirms First Ebola Case as Doctor Returns from DR Congo Mission

France has confirmed its first Ebola case after a doctor returned from a humanitarian mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

According to French health authorities, the doctor was immediately admitted to a specialised treatment facility and is currently in a stable condition.

The development comes as DR Congo continues to battle an Ebola outbreak that has claimed more than 260 lives and infected over 1,000 people.
Health officials say the case is being closely monitored to prevent further spread.

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Sierra Leone's Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has described the ongoing Admire Bio case as "justice in plain science," urging the public to better understand the country's legal process.

Speaking on AYV Television, the minister rejected claims of preferential treatment, stating that, to his knowledge, Admire Bio is not in prison.

He stressed that there is a significant legal distinction between an accused person and a convicted person, adding that the justice system should be allowed to run its course without interference.

What are your thoughts on the minister's remarks? Share your opinion respectfully in the comments.

Guinea Bans Raw Gold Exports to Boost Local Refining Industry

Guinea has announced a ban on the export of unrefined gold in a major move aimed at strengthening its local mining and refining industry.

President General Mamady Doumbouya said all gold must now be processed into ingots within Guinea before it can be exported.

The decision follows consultations with gold producers and buyers and mirrors Zimbabwe's earlier ban on raw lithium exports. Authorities warn that any operator violating the new policy risks having their license suspended and their mining contracts terminated.

The move is expected to increase value addition, create jobs, and ensure Guinea benefits more from its natural resources.

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📢 Zimbabwe has increased the minimum monthly wage for domestic workers to US$90, offering some relief to thousands of household employees.

However, the new wage still lags behind comparable minimum pay levels in countries such as South Africa, Egypt, and Kenya, highlighting the ongoing challenge of ensuring decent wages and improved living standards for domestic workers across the region.

📢 Zimbabwe has increased the minimum monthly wage for domestic workers to US$90, offering some relief to thousands of household employees.

However, the new wage still lags behind comparable minimum pay levels in countries such as South Africa, Egypt, and Kenya, highlighting the ongoing challenge of ensuring decent wages and improved living standards for domestic workers across the region.