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Meet the Gambian women doing 'men's jobs'

Aminata E. Sanyang ABJ
May 14, 2024

Two young Gambian women are breaking down barriers in industries traditionally dominated by men. Mechanic Ida Faal and Juka Darboe, a 3D-printing tech entrepreneur, are pioneers in industries often considered a taboo workspace for women.

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