Yahya Jammeh
The Dictator Who Forced Me Into Bogus HIV Treatment—And Nearly Killed Me
In the 2000s, former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh believed that he had the power to heal HIV/AIDS. Fatou Jatta was one of the thousands of patients made to undergo his sham treatment.
Hanging Out With British Tourists Sticking Around in the Gambia's Political Turmoil
Why let a state of emergency get in the way of your sun?
Americans Accused of Trying to Overthrow Gambia's President Sentenced in Minnesota Court
A judge handed down sentences against four men for violating the Neutrality Act, a little-used law that prevents US citizens from acting against a friendly nation.
Gambians Push for Change With Unprecedented Protests Ahead of Presidential Elections
The demonstrations kicked off this month in an effort to push for electoral reforms as the small West African country prepares to head to the polls this year, with President Yahya Jammeh up for reelection after more than 21 years in power.
The African Union Plans a Trip to Burundi After Its Peacekeeping Plan Fails
Plans to send AU troops into Burundi, with or without the government's consent, began to unravel over the weekend as several African leaders said they would not support the proposal.
Gambia's President Orders Female Government Workers to Cover Their Hair
The man who singlehandedly declared his state an Islamic republic and wants to slit the throats of gay men is now making a foray into dictating dress codes for women.
Two Americans May Have Been Kidnapped by Gambia's Brutal President and His Secret Army
Two friends traveled to Gambia in May of 2013 to explore business opportunities. One night the president's private militia allegedly pulled them over and forced them into their vehicles. The two men haven't been heard from since.
Gambia Raises Presidential Election Fees By Nearly 1,000 Percent
Parliament members passed a bill this week mandating that all candidates for next year’s presidential elections pay $12,740, up from a fee of $1,279 in previous polls.
There's No Chance That the Rohingya People Will End Up in the Gambia
The small West African nation has offered to host all of the Rohingya refugees fleeing Myanmar and Bangladesh, but considering the country's poor human rights record, experts say the offer is insincere.
Gambian President Says He Will Slit Gay Men's Throats in Public Speech
In his most recent anti-gay remarks, President Yahya Jammeh threatened to make homosexuals disappear forever, suggesting that the West could do nothing to stop him.
US Charges Two Men Over Failed Gambian Coup
An American resident and a dual Gambian-US citizen stand accused of traveling to Gambia with the intent to oust President Yahya Jammeh.
Gambian Coup Plotters Blackmail Military Accomplices to 'Complete Mission' to Overthrow Yahya Jammeh
Self-described “Freedom Fighters” say senior Gambian military officials participated in the coup attempt, threatening to release proof of their role in 48 hours unless Jammeh is removed.