### [2026-09-11](/feed/2026/09/11/index.md)

##### The Gambia
# The Gambia bans protests without official permits after demonstrations over prolonged power outages damaged a police post and utility offices. Police arrest 11 people in connection with the unrest and warn that they will disperse unauthorized gatherings. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/gambia-bans-protests-without-permits-after-unrest-over-power-cuts-2026-09-11/)

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