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

The country has faced persistent blackouts since June, with some lasting up to 48 hours, residents say. The 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 that has affected several parts of West Africa [1].

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1. bbc.co.uk · 'You're not alone in the darkness': Gambia president urges calm after violent blackout protests Sep 9, 2026

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