March 19
Gambia: Advancing Rights of PWDs - NCCE Ends Nationwide Stakeholder Engagement
The Point
The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) in collaboration with UNICEF through the United Nations Partnership on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNPRP) recently… Read more »
Gambia/Kenya: Harambee Stars Arrive in Abidjan Ahead of Gambia WCQ Duel
Capital FM
National football team Harambee Stars arrived in Abidjan, Ivory Coast on Tuesday night ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification match against The Gambia on Thursday. Read more »
Gambia/Kenya: Scorpions Stretch Muscle Ahead of Kenya Crunch Clash
The Point
The Gambia senior national team are currently stretching their muscles ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier match against Kenya on 20th March 2025. Read more »
Gambia: Edusa Students' Delegation Calls On Vice President Jallow
The Point
The Education Students Association (EDUSA) at the University of The Gambia (UTG) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Vice President of The Gambia, Muhammed B.S.… Read more »
Gambia: Political Discourse - Misguided and Toxic [opinion]
The Point
Mambanyick Njie, Deputy Ambassador Havana-Cuba Read more »
March 18
Gambia: A Special Court in Search of Funds
JusticeInfo.net
Mariam Sankanu is a Gambian investigative journalist with Malagen, The Gambia's premier media platform specialised in investigative journalism and fact-checking. She had previously… Read more »
Gambia: Debate On $30 Million Oil Scandal Fails to Proceed
Foroyaa
A long-anticipated parliamentary debate on a controversial $30 million oil deal collapsed on Monday after lawmakers clashed over procedural issues, forcing an indefinite delay. Read more »
Gambia: Banjul Central MP Threatens Legal Action Against Government
Foroyaa
The Member of Parliament for Banjul Central, Hon. Abdoulie Njai, has threatened legal action against the government's decision to take over McCarthy Square if ongoing negotiations… Read more »
March 17
Gambia: U.S. to Impose Travel Ban On Gambian Citizens
The Point
The United States government has planned to impose travel ban on 41 countries including The Gambia, according to Reuters. Read more »
March 13
Gambia: As Deadline Looms, NGOs Decry EU Migration Approach Against Gambians
The Point
Non-Governmental Organisations and other human rights groups have jointly denounced the "retributive and punishing tactics" against Gambians and other asylum seekers as the block… Read more »
Gambia: Farmers in Limbo As Groundnut Purchases Are At a Standstill
Foroyaa
Farmers in The Gambia are facing a deepening crisis as buying at groundnut buying centres, known as seccos, are at a standstill, leaving them with unsold crops and dwindling… Read more »
March 11
Gambia: Gambians Call for Climate Action, Including Assistance From Wealthy Countries
Afrobarometer
Citizens say changing weather patterns have forced adjustments in crops, water sources, livestock. Read more »
Gambia: U.S. Citizen Fined D120,000 for 'Unlicensed Firearm' Possession
The Point
The Brikama Magistrates' Court presided over by Magistrate A. Fofana recently sentenced one Rickey Usumbura, a citizen of the United States of America to a fine of D120, 000 in… Read more »
Gambia: Govt to Probe Death of Former Jungler Borra Colley
The Point
The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) announced the passing of former Brigadier General Colley, a notorious member of the former president's hit squad. Read more »
Gambia: GFA Slams Parliament, Govt for Conniving Against Diaspora Gambians
The Point
The Gambia For All (GFA) in a press release has alleged that parliamentarians have connived with the Barrow administration to deprive Gambian Diaspora their voting rights. Read more »
Gambia: IEC to Conduct By-Election in Half Die Ward
The Point
The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) wishes to inform the general public that a Council By-election will be conducted on Saturday 26th April, 2025 to fill a vacant seat in… Read more »
Gambia/Algeria: Gambia Face Algeria in CHAN Qualifiers After Banging Gabon Out
The Point
The Gambia will now face Algeria in the final round of the 2025 Total Energies Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers after knocking Gabon out of the qualifiers. Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire/Kenya: Mckinstry Unveils Squad Soon As Kenya, Ivory Coast World Cup Clashes Loom
The Point
Head Coach of The Gambia senior national team, Jonathan Mckinstry will unveil his squad soon, as the country's 2026 World Cup qualifier matches against Kenya and Ivory Coast edges… Read more »
Gambia: 'National Policy Formulation Seeks to Align National Development Objectives'
The Point
The Minister of Public Service has spoken about the National Policy Formulation Handbook 2025, which seeks to ensure that public policies are coherent, efficient, and align with… Read more »
March 09
Africa: Totaleneriges CAF CHAN 2025 Qualifiers - South Africa Stun Egypt in Cairo, Gambia Advance
CAF
South Africa secured their place in the next round of the 2025 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers with a commanding 3-1 victory over Egypt in Cairo,… Read more »
March 07
Gambia: Second Reading of Constitution Bill Delayed Until June
Foroyaa
The second reading of the Constitution (Promulgation) Bill, 2024, originally scheduled for later this month, has been postponed until June, the National Assembly announced Friday. Read more »
Gambia: Addressing the Scars of Abuse - a Global Call to Protect Girls and Secure Their Futures
IPS
In March 2000, 15-year-old Binta Manneh was eager to test her skills at an out-of-town interschool sports competition. That night, as she stepped out to buy biscuits from a nearby… Read more »
March 06
Senegal: Resilience in Exile - Stories of Refugee Women in Senegal and the Gambia
UNHCR
In Senegal and The Gambia, stories of resilience, determination, and hope unfold every day. Women who once had stable lives were forced to flee their homes due to conflict,… Read more »
March 05
Gambia: Gambia Launches 'Great Green Wall Initiative' to Combat Climate Challenges
The Point
The Gambia recently launched its national strategy under the Great Green Wall Initiative (GGWI), a bold initiative designed to combat land degradation, desertification, and climate… Read more »
Gambia: Gambia Ratifies Visa Exemption Agreement With UAE
Foroyaa
The National Assembly of The Gambia on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, ratified a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), allowing holders of diplomatic and… Read more »
