New Gambia President Barrow returns after ousted leader's exile

Gambia's new president returned to the capital on Thursday to take over the government, after its former leader fled into exile.

Gambia’s Defeated Leader Agrees to Cede Power

Defeated Gambian leader Yahya Jammeh has agreed to cede power to the country’s newly inaugurated leader, a Senegalese government official confirmed late Friday.

ECOWAS troops in Gambia halt advance

West African troops in Gambia have temporarily halted their advance aimed at flushing out forces loyal to former President Yahya Jammeh to give room for one final exit solution.

Senegal army enters Gambia in support of Barrow

The Senegalese army says its troops have entered Gambia in support of Adama Barrow, who has been sworn in as president. A political crisis continues in the country as longtime ruler Yahya Jammeh refuses to step down.

African troops on standby as Gambia deadline expires

West African troops are poised to intervene in The Gambia after President Yahya Jammeh's mandate expired and overnight talks to convince him to stand down failed.