May 05
Gambia: Fisheries Ministry Cracks Down On Illegal Fishing Nets
The Point
The Ministry of Fisheries and Water Resources has intensified a nationwide campaign against illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, arresting sellers and seizing banned nets… Read more »
Gambia: Gambia Moves to Fast-Track Research Network As MoHERST Backs Key Committees
Foroyaa
The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (MoHERST) has pledged to speed up the establishment of key committees for the Gambia Research and Education… Read more »
Gambia: Did the UDP Leader, Lawyer Ousainou Darboe Say the Following to Deutsche Welle?
Foroyaa
"We are open to coalition based on principles. You have to accept our principles. You have to accept what we stand for and that applies to any party and we don't want to go into… Read more »
Africa: Building Resilience, Powering Jobs and Growth for the Gambia's Future [press release]
World Bank
The World Bank Group today released its Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) for The Gambia, placing jobs, livelihoods, and economic opportunity at the center of the… Read more »
April 30
Gambia: Gambia Validates Migration Report, Vows to Tackle Root Causes Ahead of New York Forum
The Point
The Gambia on Wednesday validated its second national report on the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration, with government officials, civil society and the UN… Read more »
Gambia: Gambia Intensifies Fight Against Cervical Cancer As Nation Marks Africa Vaccination Week
The Point
The Gambia on Friday joined countries across the continent in commemorating Africa Vaccination Week with renewed calls for stronger immunisation efforts and increased public… Read more »
Gambia: Gambia Makes Progress in World Press Freedom Index
The Point
Gambia is ranked 46 in the World Press Freedom Index released this 30 April 2026 by RSF. In comparison to 2025, the country has gained 12 places with 3.94 points, from last year's… Read more »
Gambia: Barrow's Third-Term Bid - the Elephant in the Room of Gambia's TJ Process
Foroyaa
An event of extraordinary significance in the world of transitional justice recently took place in the United States. An ambassadorial meeting of the UN Peace Building Commission… Read more »
April 29
Gambia: Labour Leaders Warn On Wages and Conditions Ahead of May Day
Foroyaa
Labour leaders in The Gambia have called for urgent action to improve wages and working conditions, warning that many workers are struggling to cope with rising living costs and… Read more »
Gambia: Goat Scheme Offers 'Resilient Package' for Gambian Farmers, Officials Say
Foroyaa
A livestock distribution programme in the Central River Region has been hailed by officials as a step towards strengthening food security and rural livelihoods, as partners under… Read more »
Gambia: Gambians Express Frustration Over Months-Long Wait for National ID Cards
Foroyaa
Many Gambians have informed Foroyaa that they have been waiting to get the national identity cards that they applied for last year. Others applied for their cards early this year… Read more »
April 28
Gambia: A Child Cannot Consent to Sexual Activity ... Childfund Country Director
The Point
Reports of sexual violence against children in The Gambia are increasing. They appear in police files, in media headlines, and in everyday conversations. But these are only the… Read more »
Gambia: GRCS Presents D11m Worth of Medications to Fight Malaria [press release]
The Point
As part of activities marking World Malaria Day 2026, The Gambia Red Cross Society has presented medical items worth D11M to support malaria intervention in The Gambia. Read more »
Gambia: Gambia Youth Push for Improved Working Conditions and Tackling High Unemployment
The Point
Gambian youth are actively calling for improved working conditions and tackling of high unemployment and exploitation by pushing for better wages, safety and formal job… Read more »
Gambia: 38 Doctors, 30 Years, and a War Nobody Is Talking About While the Caribbean Folds, the Gambia Holds [opinion]
The Point
There's a story playing out right now across the Caribbean that should have every African health minister losing sleep -- and almost nobody on this continent is paying attention. Read more »
Gambia: Gamtub Admits Justice for All Union, Demands Urgent Transport Sector Reforms
The Point
The Gambia Trade Union Bureau (GAMTUB) has unanimously approved the affiliation of the Justice for All Union, marking a significant expansion of its influence and a stronger push… Read more »
Gambia: Sjag Appoints Abdoulie Cham As Sports Content Creators Commission Chair
The Point
President of the Sports Journalists' Association of The Gambia (SJAG) under the leadership Omar Jarju has appointed Abdoulie Cham as the chairman of the association's newly… Read more »
Gambia: Gff Hands Over Vehicle to FIFA Talent Development Coach Spencer
The Point
The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) yesterday officially handed over a utility vehicle to the FIFA Talent Development Coach, Michael Spencer, who has been appointed to lead the… Read more »
Gambia: Scaling Tech Adoption for Soil Health! [editorial]
The Point
Sustainable food systems need healthy soils, yet little is done to scale up innovations and technologies to improve the condition and reverse the degradation of our soils.… Read more »
Gambia: Soilprofit Groundnut Project Validated to Boost Productivity in Gambia
The Point
In its efforts to ensure sustainable soil management for food and Ecosystem security, the Soil Solution, a registered NGO in The Gambia recently staged a national validation forum… Read more »
Gambia: Roots Project Assesses Impact of Climate-Smart Agriculture in West Coast
The Point
The Global Environment Facility under the ROOTS Project recently concluded a five-day monitoring assessment tour of project sites within the West Coast Region. Read more »
Gambia: Trade Ministry, ITC to Empower585 Entrepreneurs in Gambia's Tourism and Creative Industries
The Point
In an effort to boost Gambia's tourism and creative sectors, 585 entrepreneurs have been selected to take part in the 'Andandorr' Programme rolled out by the International Trade… Read more »
West Africa: Garnbia's High Cornrnissioner to Nepal Presents Letters of Credence
The Point
His Excellency Mr. Mustapha Jawara, High Commissioner of the Republic of The Gambia, on 20th April 2026 presented his Letters of Credence to His Excellency Mr. Ram Chandra Paudel,… Read more »
Gambia: ITC, Moherst Deliver Over D2m Equipment to Boost Skills in Foni
The Point
The International Trade Centre (ITC), through the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (MoHERST), has handed over training equipment worth over D2 million… Read more »
Gambia: IEC Urged to Safeguard Freedoms While Regulating Elections
The Point
MC Cham Junior, nominated councillor at Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), has called on the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) to draw a clear line between regulating elections… Read more »
