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Gambia Requires Permits After Power-Cut Unrest
Gambia's police chief Seedy Mukhtar Touray announced that protests will require an approved permit, following nights of unrest with tear gas, vandalism, and detainee releases tied to power outages. The protests reflect chronic electricity shortages under President Adama Barrow ahead of elections, as NAWEC cites rising demand and the government pledges new generators and a 50‑megawatt solar plant, amid critics' concerns over import dependence.
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About Adama Barrow
Adama Barrow is a Gambian politician and real estate developer who has served as third president of the Gambia since 2017. A member of the National People's Party (NPP), he has served as the party's president since its creation in 2019.
Everything about Adama Barrow →- Occupation
- politician, businessperson
- Position held
- President of the Gambia
- Citizenship
- The Gambia
- Born
- February 15, 1965