'You're not alone in the darkness': Gambia president urges calm after violent blackout protests

Primary framing

“Gambia's President Adama Barrow urges calm after violent blackout protests”

The country has faced persistent blackouts since June, with some lasting up to 48 hours, residents say.

Key facts

• Gambia is experiencing persistent blackouts
• Blackouts have sometimes lasted up to 48 hours
• Gambia's President Adama Barrow has urged citizens to remain calm over prolonged power cuts, saying the country is not alone in facing an electricity crisis.
• Blackouts have sometimes lasted up to 48 hours
• Gambia is experiencing persistent blackouts
• Gambia's President Adama Barrow has urged citizens to remain calm over prolonged power cuts, saying the country is not alone in facing an electricity crisis.

Center-leaning outlets

• Eritrea Profile (ER)