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Meet the Gambian women doing 'men's jobs'

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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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