Gambia bans protests without permits
The Gambia has banned protests without permits after days of unrest over electricity blackouts. Police fired tear gas at demonstrators, and the ban comes ahead of December's general election in which President Adama Barrow seeks a third term. Electricity shortages have worsened due to reduced imports from Senegal and Guinea, and a deal with Karpowership expired last year.
Why it matters: This matters for the theme of energy security, as electricity supply failures are driving political instability and electoral tensions.