March 27
Gambia: No Vote for Diaspora Without Demarcation
Foroyaa
Attorney General and Minister of Justice Dawda Jallow told members of the National Assembly on Tuesday that Gambians living abroad can only be registered as voters if they are… Read more »
Gambia: Two Most Important Agenda Items At the National Assembly Postponed
Foroyaa
Nothing can be more significant to the Gambian people under the Barrow administration than constitutional and electoral reform. The Gambian Diaspora that is responsible for keeping… Read more »
Gambia: Will All the Issues of the Groundnut Trade Season Be Addressed Before the End of the Month?
Foroyaa
The media holds service delivery institutions accountable to the public. They are established to render service. The public holds the media accountable to their mandate. Read more »
March 26
Gambia: A 15-Year Wait - the Unfulfilled Promise of Kerr Mot Ali's Exiled Residents
Foroyaa
Fifteen years ago, in 2009, the village of Kerr Mot Ali in The Gambia was a peaceful, thriving community, home to many families and followers of Sering Ndigal, a religious group… Read more »
March 25
Gambia: Gambia to Enact Law to Try Crimes Committed Outside
The Point
In a significant development, lawmakers in The Gambia have concluded the consideration stage of the Criminal Offences Bill and Criminal Procedure Bill 2020 to repeal the existing… Read more »
Gambia: Activist Condemns Racist Violence Against African Migrants, Refugees in Libya
Foroyaa
Migration activist Ebrima Drammeh has condemned the racist violence against African migrants and refugees by government officials in Libya, according to a press release issued on… Read more »
Gambia: Audit Director Criticised for Overlooking Past Reports in Bcc's Audit Investigation
The Point
Sanna Sawaneh, director of Internal Audit at Banjul City Council (BCC), has faced intense scrutiny over his approach to financial audits. Read more »
Gambia: Coastal Vulnerability to Flooding and Erosion in W/Africa [editorial]
The Point
Global coastal areas are at risk due to geomorphological issues, climate change-induced sea-level rise, and increasing human population, settlements, and socioeconomic activities. Read more »
Gambia: Who Rep Urges All to Reaffirm Commitment to TB Control
The Point
The new country representative of the World Health Organization (WHO) has spoken about the gains made by the Health Ministry in partnership with key stakeholders in the prevention,… Read more »
March 24
Gambia: Good Morning Mr President - U.S. International Relations Need Caution
The Point
Mr President, the world was taken aback on 14 March 2025 when media reports showed that the USA has placed travel restrictions on 43 countries around the world, with the intention… Read more »
March 21
Cote d'Ivoire/Burundi: Road to 2026 - Cote d'Ivoire Boss Faé Calls for Vigilance in World Cup Qualfiers
RFI
Cote d'Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé warned his squad to maintain their focus as they search for six points over the next five days in 2026 World Cup qualifiers against… Read more »
March 20
Kenya/Gambia: Debutant Lenkupae Scores At the Death As Harambee Stars Stage Stunning Comeback
Capital FM
Substitute William Lenkupae scored a 95th minute goal on his debut, as Harambee Stars staged a stunning comeback to draw 3-3 with Gambia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in… Read more »
Gambia: Detention Without Trial Is Impunity and a Traversty of Justice
Foroyaa
The Gambian nation should hang its head in shame that someone who voluntarily submitted himself to justice has been denied justice in cold blood. Bora Colley has been in detention… Read more »
Gambia: Judiciary Rejects Afrobarometer Survey Findings
Foroyaa
The Gambia's judiciary has rejected allegations made in the recent Afrobarometer survey, particularly those accusing judges and magistrates of widespread corruption. The survey,… Read more »
Gambia: Does the Constitution Make Provision for the Election of Chiefs?
Foroyaa
During their consultation in drafting a new constitution, the members of the Constitutional Review Commission of 1995 were informed that chieftaincy in Ghana and Nigeria was… Read more »
Gambia: Former BCC Audit Chief Reveals Financial Irregularities
The Point
Abdoulie J. Corr, the former acting director of the internal audit unit at the Banjul City Council (BCC), provided testimony before the Local Government Commission of Inquiry… Read more »
Gambia: Govt Receives Dates From Saudi Arabia
The Point
The government of the Republic of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad, on Tuesday 11th March 2025 officially… Read more »
Gambia: Kanilai Ferry Starts Operations in April, Minister Explains Delay
The Point
The minister for Transport, Works and Infrastructure, Ebrima Sillah, revealed before the National Assembly on Wednesday that the Kanilai ferry which is under maintenance will start… Read more »
Gambia: Court Admits Contested Substance As Evidence Despite Defence Objections
The Point
In a courtroom dispute over the admissibility of crucial evidence, the High Court, presided over by Justice Ebrima Jaiteh, has ruled in favor of the Prosecution, admitting a… Read more »
Gambia: CSO Coalition Demands Reinstatement of Diaspora Voting
The Point
Civil Society Organistions such as Gambia Participates, Election Watch Committee and Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice are calling for the reintroduction of Clause… Read more »
March 19
Gambia: Judiciary Expresses Disagreement With Afrobarometer Findings
The Point
The Judiciary of The Gambia has taken note of the recent Afrobarometer report. Read more »
Gambia: Banjul Central MP Urges Public Resistance Against Govt Mccarthy Square Takeover
The Point
The National Assembly Member (NAM) for Banjul Central, Hon. Abdoulie Njai, has expressed concerns over the government of The Gambia's abrupt decision to seize control of McCarthy… Read more »
Gambia: Court Calls for Review of Prosecutorial Practices to Prevent Future Failures
The Point
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh of the Banjul High Court has recommended a review of prosecutorial practices to prevent similar failures in future cases and to ensure that cases are handled… Read more »
Gambia: Promoting Rights of PWDs! [editorial]
The Point
The Gambia, like in most developing countries, persons with disabilities (PWDs) face significant challenges in accessing rights and opportunities, including stigma, discrimination,… Read more »
Gambia: Former KGI MD Pa Bojang Applauds Barrow, Turo Darboe
The Point
The former managing director of Kanilia Family Farms (KGI) has spoken about the role and responsibility of every Gambian in national development and maintenance of peace and… Read more »
