Thousands of people staged protests near the Gambian capital from Wednesday to Thursday over prolonged power cuts, with police tear-gassing demonstrators in several locations. The chaotic scenes marked the second night this week that demonstrators took to the streets of the West African nation, where electricity cuts have plagued residents since June. Protesters gathered in crowds of hundreds in municipalities including Sukuta and Manduar, where youths lit fires at major junctions. The blackouts, occurring during the hot season, have lasted up to 48 hours in some areas, resulting in spoiled food, closed shops, and sleepless nights.
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