June 22
Gambia: GFA Calls for Decisive Action in Gambian Agriculture
As the rains return, Gambia for All (GFA) marks the start of the 2026 rainy season with a renewed and decisive call to action. The onset of the rains is not merely a meteorological… Read more »
May 26
Gambia: Food Inflation At 6.7 Percent - Silent Burden On Ordinary Gambians
Mr President, the recent announcement by the Governor of the Central Bank of The Gambia, Mr Buah Saidy, that food inflation has reached 6.7% deserves urgent national reflection.… Read more »
Gambia: Rural Women Trained in Improved Fish Processing Technique
Seventy-five rural women fish processors have completed a three-week training on the FAO-Thiaroye Fish Processing Technique, aimed at reducing post-harvest losses and improving… Read more »
May 20
Gambia: Open Bread Sales - Study Exposes Gambia's Growing Food Safety Threat
The open sale of bread across streets, roadside stalls and busy markets in The Gambia is under increasing scrutiny following the release of a new food safety survey that exposes… Read more »
April 28
Gambia: Scaling Tech Adoption for Soil Health!
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
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 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 »
April 27
Gambia: Coastal Communities Push for Shared Control of Fish Landing Sites
Stakeholders in The Gambia's fisheries sector have renewed calls for stronger community involvement in managing marine resources, as coastal actors gathered in Sanyang for a… Read more »
April 07
Gambia: Gambian Youth in Agriculture - Shifting From Manual Labour to Tech-Driven Career
Gambian youth are transforming local agriculture, shifting rice production from manual labour to a tech-driven, profitable career. Read more »
March 24
Africa: Food Crises in Africa!
Food crisis in Africa stems from a complex interplay of climatic, socio-political, and economic factors. Climate change is a significant driver, causing extreme weather events such… Read more »
West Africa: The Gambia Launches National Organic Fertilizer Product Standard
A signature ceremony for the Development of a National Organic Fertilizer Product Standard took place on Monday, 16th March at the Central Projects Coordinating Unit Conference… Read more »
March 12
Gambia: Gambia Launches D110m Rice, Millet Project to Boost Food Security
The Government of The Gambia, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the People's Republic of China, has officially launched a major agricultural… Read more »
March 05
Gambia: Ministry Admits Lack of Data As Questions Mount On Food Supply, Prices
The Ministry of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment has admitted it does not yet have comprehensive data on domestic consumption of essential food items, raising… Read more »
January 13
Gambia: Chief Bah Calls On Alkalolu to Issue Correct Attestation to Livestock Traders
In a move designed to ensure hitch-free and orderly movement of livestock to weekly-markets in rural Gambia, the Chief of Niani in the Central River Region north, Mr. Piere Bah has… Read more »
December 31, 2025
Gambia: Walic Hands Over 30 N'dama Bulls to Livestock Associations
West Africa Livestock Innovation Center (WALIC) under the Ministry of Agriculture recently handed over 30 young high-quality breeding selected bulls to two livestock registered… Read more »
December 23, 2025
Gambia: CRS Hands Over Community Gardens, Poultry Farms to CRR Beneficiaries
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) The Gambia, in partnership with the Agency for Village Support (AVISU) recently handed over community gardens, poultry farms and tools to… Read more »
Gambia: Dune Lounge Opens At Turntable, Introducing Turkish Grill Cuisine and Lifestyle Dining
A new dining and lifestyle venue, Dune Lounge - Smoke · Grill · Lounge, has officially opened at Turntable, bringing the traditions of Turkish grill cuisine into a… Read more »
December 22, 2025
Gambia: IMF Explains Why Food Prices Remain High As Inflation Eases
Responding during a question and answer session at the presentation of the IMF's Fall 2025 Regional Economic Outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa, Mr Bernard Mendy, IMF representative… Read more »
December 08, 2025
Gambia: Gambian Herdsmen Embark On Netherlands Study Tour
Two Gambian herdsmen are currently in the Netherlands for a two-week study tour on improved livestock husbandry. The initiative was made possible through the support of Mr Alieu… Read more »
Gambia: Govt Rolls Out Landmark Machinery to Modernise Agriculture
The National Food Security Processing and Marketing Corporation (NFSPMC) on Friday launched motorised groundnut screening machines and digital payment devices in a landmark effort… Read more »
October 07, 2025
West Africa: Gambia Seeks Month Extension for Seasonal Workers in Spain
The government of The Gambia has formally requested a one-month extension from Spanish authorities for 33 Gambian seasonal workers currently in Spain under a three-month… Read more »
September 23, 2025
Gambia: Govt Sarro Rice Initiative Lauded As Game-Changer for Food Security
The government's Sarro Rice Initiative has received widespread acclaim from citizens, farmers, and economists, for its transformative impact on food security in The Gambia. Read more »
August 18, 2025
Gambia: Barrow Hands Over 60 Tractors to Gambian Farmers
In a decisive move to modernise agriculture and uplift rural livelihoods, President Adama Barrow has fulfilled a key promise to Gambian farmers by officially handing over 60… Read more »
August 01, 2025
Gambia: New Association Launched to Transform Hibiscus Industry in Gambia
In a major boost to agricultural diversification and rural empowerment, a new farming body, the Hibiscus Flower Farmers Association (HFFA) The Gambia, has officially been launched,… Read more »
