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Demonstrators burnt tyres and erected barricades across Gambia overnight to denounce severe power cuts that have left some areas without electricity for up to 48 hours.
They gathered in multiple locations, including near President Adama Barrow’s official residence in Banjul, shouting “Barrow must go!” as police deployed tear gas to clear the streets.
The widespread energy crisis poses a growing political challenge for President Barrow, who faces a presidential election in December as he seeks a third term in office.
Unrest quickly spread beyond the capital as public frustration over the failing power grid continued to boil over.
In the town of Farato, angry crowds targeted political symbols, gathering outside Vice President Mohammed B.S. Jallow’s residence and destroying banners at an office belonging to the ruling National People’s Party.
Police authorities did not respond to requests for comment following the nighttime clashes.
The escalating protests forced President Barrow to directly address the country’s utility emergency.
In response to the night of demonstrations, the president scheduled visits to facilities operated by the state utility, the National Water and Electricity Company, on Tuesday morning before delivering a national address.
