The Gambia intercepts 61 migrants and arrests facilitator in Tanji
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Seneweb and Senego
The Gambia Immigration Department intercepted 61 people seeking irregular emigration in Tanji, including 37 Gambians and 24 Senegalese, and arrested a man suspected of migrant trafficking, according to Seneweb and Senego. The group included ten minors and seven women, while two motorised boats were recovered. Senego also reports the EMSF’s call for greater awareness and more opportunities for young people.
The Gambia Immigration Department (GID) intercepted 61 people seeking irregular emigration and arrested a man suspected of migrant trafficking on Friday 30 October 2026 in Tanji, in the West Coast Region, according to Seneweb and Senego. Two motorised boats were recovered during the operation.
The intervention was carried out by migration management and border patrol units based in Tanji, in collaboration with national and international partners, Senego reports. The suspect was handed over to investigators for further inquiries, according to Seneweb and Senego.
The interception took place on the same day as that of 121 people seeking to leave irregularly, announced in The Gambia. It also followed the interception of 222 migrants, including 180 Senegalese, reported on 28 October, according to Seneweb.
The GID presents the operation as a new stage in its efforts against irregular migration. The EMSF is calling for greater public awareness and community participation, as well as the creation of sustainable opportunities for young people to prevent departures, Senego reports.
