March 28
Gambia: On Sea Level Rise!
Even if the world stopped emitting greenhouse gases tomorrow, ocean levels would continue to rise. Not only is dangerous sea level rise "absolutely guaranteed", but it will keep… Read more »
March 07
Gambia: African Integrated Climate Risk Management Programme Launched
The African integrated climate risk management programme (AICRM) aimed at building the resilience of smallholder farmers to climate change impacts was yesterday launched at a… Read more »
Africa: Nearly 66 Percent of Africa's Wildlife Has Disappeared Since 1970!
In Africa, the World Wildlife Fund's Living Planet Index estimates the loss of wildlife at an average of 66% between 1970 and 2018. Read more »
February 22
Gambia: Focus On Renewable Energy
The Gambia like most sub-Saharan African countries enjoy abundant sunshine throughout the whole year. This means that they are at a better chance to exploit the endless… Read more »
February 01
Gambia: Saving Marine Biodiversity!
For centuries, humanity has seen the sea as an infinite source of food, a boundless sink for pollutants, and a tireless sustainer of coastal habitats. Read more »
January 08
Gambia: Niani Chief Renews Call Against Bush Fires
Pierre Bah, chief of Niani District in Central River Region has warned that there will not be any compromise for a person who is caught to have caused bush fire in his district. Read more »
November 03, 2023
Gambia: NAWEC, Oic Seal U.S.$22.5m Water Project Grant
The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) has signed a 14-month water project grant with the OIC Secretariat in The Gambia worth about $22.5 million. Read more »
September 12, 2023
Africa: Rising Temperatures!
Climate change is one of the most fiercely debated scientific issues of the past 20 years. Although a steady contingent of global warming deniers have remained insistent that… Read more »
Gambia: NEA Outlines Importance of Coastal Zones
The executive director of the National Environmental Agency (NEA) has stressed the importance of trees and their sustainability along the coastal communities. Read more »
September 04, 2023
Gambia: ActionAid Launches 'Fund Our Future'
ActionAid International will launch an international campaign titled 'Fund our Future' on the 4th September 2023, during the African Climate Summit to be held in Nairobi, Kenya. Read more »
August 24, 2023
Gambia: Why Marine Protection Matters for People and Nature!
Marine protection is important for its own sake. We are only passing through this world and must leave behind a thriving planet - at least as healthy as when we arrived - for those… Read more »
Gambia: Minister Manjang Inaugurates GRCS Emergency Operation Centre
Hon Rohey John Manjang, Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources on behalf of the Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia recently presided over the… Read more »
August 23, 2023
Gambia: Let's Preserve Our Coastal Zones!
With over 80 km of coastline, The Gambia is among few African countries that boasts magnificent coastline to visit and relax during holidays. Read more »
August 21, 2023
Gambia: KETP Launches Magazine And Fleet Management Project
The Kanifing Environmental Transformation Program (KETP) on Friday launched its 1244 call center, magazine and fleet management project. Read more »
July 24, 2023
Gambia: Windstorm Leaves Families Homeless in Wuli
The recent heavy windstorm and rainfall has left several families in Boro village, Wuli in the Upper River Region (URR) homeless. Read more »
July 19, 2023
Gambia: BAC Inks MOU With 5 Private Garbage Collection Companies
Brikama Area Council on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with five private waste collection companies within the West Coast Region. The event also witnessed the… Read more »
Africa: Africa and Its Increasing Waste Collection!
Africa's rapid population growth, increasing economic activities, and ever-expanding urbanisation have resulted in unprecedented augmenting of waste materials. Read more »
July 13, 2023
Gambia: 1000 Migrants, Including Gambians, Died in First Half of 2023 Trying to Reach Spain - NGO
At least 951 migrants, including Gambians and Senegalese, have died so far in 2023 (6 months), according to a report released on Thursday by Caminando Fronteras (Walking Borders). Read more »
July 10, 2023
Gambia: Tallinding South Councilor Starts Flood Resilience Exercise
Hon Karamo Ceesay, councillor for Tallinding South and his Ward Development Committee last Thursday embarked on site visits to communities within the ward to access first hand… Read more »
July 06, 2023
Gambia: Why Natural Disasters Seem Worse Than Our Most Dire Predictions!
Just recently, the coast of Myanmar was hit by one of the strongest cyclones ever seen in the northern Indian Ocean. A record heatwave spread across Southeast Asia, while the… Read more »
July 05, 2023
Gambia: Many Disasters Are Avoidable - Says NDMA Boss
Sanna Dahaba, the executive director of the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has admitted that many disasters are avoidable, noting since nobody can stop the rains, the… Read more »
June 20, 2023
Gambia: Flood-Stricken Banjul in Grip of Fear
The flood that occurred in Banjul in 2022 had a significant impact on the lives and livelihoods of people living around those affected areas. Read more »
Gambia: Union Urges Drivers to Take Strict Measures in Rainy Season
The Executive Committee of the General Transport Union has reminded all drivers and vehicles owners to take strict precautions during rainy season. They have also been asked to… Read more »
June 13, 2023
Africa: Drought Amid Climate Change in Africa!
A severe drought that has led to near-famine conditions in the Horn of Africa would not have happened without the influence of climate change, a new analysis finds. Read more »
June 06, 2023
Gambia: Environment Minister Renews Commitment to Successful Implement WACA Project
The minister for Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources has expressed her ministry's resolve to ensure the successful and smooth implementation of the West Africa… Read more »