The Gambia
Gambia crisis: Senegal troops back elected leader
20 Jan 2017
Senegalese troops have entered The Gambia in support of the new president, who was sworn in today, although his opponent is still refusing to step down.
Crisis talks held as Gambian leader refuses to abdicate
19 Jan 2017
African leaders have met in a last-ditch attempt to resolve the crisis over the transfer of power in The Gambia.
State of emergency declared in The Gambia
18 Jan 2017
The outgoing Gambian President declares a state of emergency a day before he is due to hand over power, state TV reports.