AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMining & Health Safety: In Prestea, Western Region, residents say SWED Mining has chased out Chinese firm Longshine from its concession after years of alleged illegal operations, labour abuses and environmental damage; a May 6 operation reportedly led to the arrest of 22+ Chinese nationals, following stop-work directives and termination notices. Mosquito Science: New research highlights how mosquitoes track humans—adding infrared detection to the mix—while another report asks what would happen if disease-carrying mosquitoes were eliminated, noting only a few species drive most infections. Justice in Focus: In the Sanna Manjang murder trial, a prison officer testified that he acted under orders during the 2006 coup aftermath, describing detainees being taken from Mile 2 and injuries reported. Accountability & Spending: Auditors question a D165m Central Bank investment in an unfinished Horizon Clinic project, warning of a possible D118m impairment. Community Health Support: A French Assembly “health champion” honour for a Banjul North MP and a WFP-linked school feeding skills mission in The Gambia keep attention on access to care and nutrition.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.