US sanction former Gambia first lady
The United States has slapped sanctions on former Gambia first lady Zineb Jammeh.
Focus on Africa · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
The United States has imposed sanctions on the country's former First Lady Zineb Jammeh accusing her of corruption during her husband Yahya Jammeh's rule. The US treasury suspects her of helping the former president transfer money illegally, and controlling his assets abroad.
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