We will end the era of hurricane lamps, Petroleum minister vows

We will end the era of hurricane lamps, Petroleum minister vows

Juwara described the move as a historic milestone, forming part of President Adama Barrow’s vision for a fully electrified and energy-secure Gambia. “After 60 years of independence, we are determined to replace hurricane lamps with dependable electricity in every household,” he declared. Hurricane lamps are oil-based lanterns often used in rural communities without grid power, which have long symbolised the energy gap in The Gambia. Many househo…