March 17
Gambia: Kenyan Engineer Bets On Local Ev Future, Backed By Chinese Know-How
On the edge of Nairobi's industrial zone, engineer Tadesse Tessema is attempting a bold first for East Africa: to build a truly Kenyan electric vehicle, manufactured in Kenya and… Read more »
Gambia: NPP Rejects Tambajang's Claim Over Women Empowerment Funds
The National People's Party (NPP) has strongly condemned recent remarks made by former Vice President Fatoumatta Jallow-Tambajang, in which she alleged that the party was using… Read more »
Gambia: CBG Governor Links Dalasi Depreciation to Structural Economic Factors
The Central Bank of The Gambia (CBG) Governor, Mr. Buah Saidy, has attributed the dalasi's depreciation against the CFA franc and other currencies to broader macroeconomic and… Read more »
March 10
Gambia: Govt Records D1.68bn Surplus As Revenue Outperforms Budget Target
The government recorded a budget surplus of D1.68 billion dalasis at the end of the 2025 fiscal year after revenue collection exceeded the annual target, according to a statement… Read more »
Gambia: Finance Minister Pressed On Soaring Wage Bill, Growing Debt
Members of the National Assembly raised questions over the government's rising wage bill, mounting debt servicing costs and declining non-tax revenue during a question-and-answer… Read more »
March 03
Gambia: Youth Set to Address Socio-Economic Challenges in Gambia
Gambian youth are working hard to address their socio-economic challenges, including high unemployment, irregular migration, and political accountability. Read more »
Gambia: BSC Inks D2m Contract With Mannasi for Construction of 2nd Pavilion At Bakau Mini Stadium
Bakau Sports Committee (BSC) on Friday 27th February 2026 signed a contract with Mannasi Architect and Construction Limited worth Two million Six hundred and fifty thousand Dalasis… Read more »
Gambia: Pura Investigates Alleged Contaminated Fuel At Petroleum Depot
The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) wishes to inform the public that it has received complaints from certain Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) concerning the quality of… Read more »
Gambia: Communication Bill 2025 Ignites Security, Privacy Concern in Parliament
The Honourable Minister for Communications and Digital Economy, Mr Lamin Jabbie, has moved a motion for the second reading of the Communication Bill 2025, a piece of legislation… Read more »
March 02
Gambia: Expanding the Economy - Need for New Policy Directions
It is a sovereign responsibility and requirement of economic diplomacy foresight for the country to map out a new paradigm shift in policies that will expand the economy into… Read more »
Gambia: Moys Patronizes Brikama Sports Committee With Floodlights Worth D385,000
Ministry of Youth and Sports (MoYS) has patronised Brikama Sports Committee with seven (7) floodlights worth three hundred and eighty-five thousand dalasi (D385,000). Read more »
Gambia: Good Morning Mr President - Tax Equity: a Fundamental Principle for National Cohesion and Private Sector Growth
Mr President, permit me to begin by commending the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) for consistently meeting and, in several instances, exceeding national revenue targets. In a… Read more »
Gambia: GPF Technical Working Group Meets Transport Union Over Draft Agreement
The Technical Working Group (TWG) of the Gambia Police Force on Thursday, February 26, 2026, convened a meeting with the General Transport Union at Police Headquarters in Banjul to… Read more »
Gambia: Contaminated Fuel Allegations Rock Gambia's Main Depot As OMCs Return Tankers
At least three Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have confirmed returning tankers of contaminated fuel to the Mandinari Fuel Depot, sparking growing concern within The Gambia's… Read more »
February 03
Gambia: Concern Mounts Over Infrastructure, Jobs As Sports Minister Tours Regions
Community leaders and youths in provincial Gambia have raised concerns over sports infrastructures and unemployment rate in the Gambia, calling for more inclusive development and… Read more »
Gambia: VP Champions MSMEs As Key Drivers of National Development As GTUCCU Hosts Major Business Event
His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of The Republic of The Gambia, has highlighted the importance of empowering MSMEs in the country, describing Micro, Small, and… Read more »
Gambia: UK-Gambia Forges Partnership to Boost Trade, Investment
The Gambia today hosted the inaugural UK-Gambia Trade and Investment Mission under the theme: "Strengthening Partnerships, Creating Opportunities, Supporting Sustainable Growth", a… Read more »
January 28
Gambia: Judiciary Still Faces Shortage of Courtrooms & Office Space
Chief Justice Hassan B. Jallow has highlighted the Judiciary's challenges, including shortage of courtrooms and office space, hindering judicial officers' effectiveness. Read more »
January 21
Africa: Renewable Energy in Africa - Prospects and Limits!
Africa has substantial new and renewable energy resources, most of which are under-exploited. Only about 7% of Africa's enormous hydro potential has been harnessed. Existing… Read more »
Gambia: Le Jumbo Graduates 175 in Mentorship Cohort 0.4 Programme
Le Jumbo, a mentorship programme designed to arm youth with the requisite skills and knowledge before they start seeking for formal jobs at institutions, recently graduated over… Read more »
Gambia: Comium Gambia Elegantly Presents Dream Car to Winner
Innovative GSM company Comium Gambia has proudly presented a brand new Jetour SUV car to one Mustapha Jarju, lucky winner of its Comium grand prize staged during its last '10 Days… Read more »
Gambia: Moherst Introduce Flagship Initiatives to Address Youth Unemployment & Irregular Migration
The Honourable Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, Professor Pierre Gomez, said his ministry (MOHERST) has introduced flagship initiatives including… Read more »
Gambia: Minister Sillah Lauds Cornerstone, Says Road Project Will Boost Trade, Empower Gambians
Cornerstone Construction Company, owned by a Gambian entrepreneur, has been commended by senior government officials and the National Roads Authority (NRA) for the quality of work… Read more »
January 22
Gambia: Hakalang Road Safety Drive Gains Support Across North Bank Communities
The weeklong Hakalang Road Sensitization Campaign is gaining strong community support as it moves through towns and schools along the newly constructed 84-kilometre Hakalang Road… 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 »
