Gambia: Philippines Consulate Observes Nation's 125th Independence

The Philippines Consulate in The Gambia hosted a spectacular Independence Day ceremony on June 11, 2023 at Metzy Residence Hotel. The event was a resounding success and brought… Read more »

Gambia: Dr. Tangara - Cybercrime Is Global Epidemic

Dr. Mamadou Tangara, the minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad revealed that it has been widely recognised that cybercrime has become a… Read more »

Gambia: Barrow Announces Bid for 3rd Term

President Adama Barrow has hinted that he would run for a third term as president amid uncertainty surrounding his political future. Read more »

Gambia: GiEPA Bids Farewell to Appointed Board Members

The term for three board of directors of the Gambia Investment and Export Promotion Agency (GiEPA) has ended. The presidential appointees including the outgoing GiEPA Board Chair -… Read more »

Gambia: Falcons FC Title Hopes Suffer Another Setback

Falcons FC's hopes of winning the Gambian Premier League have suffered another setback, while Real de Banjul closed the gap at the top during their week 28 fixtures of the Gambia… Read more »

Gambia: Lala Touray Is New NYC Female Rep

The minister of Youth and Sports recently appointed and inaugurated the new members of the National Youth Council of The Gambia. Read more »

Gambia: 'We Are Taking Steps Towards Creating Better Country'

The managing Director at Trust Bank has emphasized that they are currently taking steps towards creating a better country where every child has a voice and a chance to thrive. Read more »

Gambia: Swedish Neuro-Surgeons On Gambia Mission

A team from Swedish African Neurosurgery Collaboration (SANC) is currently on a two-week visit to The Gambia during which they will conduct a number of free operations. Read more »

Gambia: Kiang West NAM Faults Barrow's Commitment to Draft Constitution

The National Assembly Member (NAM) for Kiang West Constituency, Hon. Lamin Ceesay, has stated that there has been no sign of commitment by President Adama Barrow in bringing the… Read more »

Gambia: Foreign Exchange Situation

The uncontrollable foreign exchange rates causing inflation and hardship on consumers and travelers is worrisome. The current monetary policies based on the concept of free market… Read more »

Gambia: Point Wins Back-to-Back Media Football Titles

The Point Newspaper football was on Saturday crowned champions of the 2023 Media Football For Ethics tournament organised by the Young Journalists Association of The Gambia (YJAG). Read more »

Gambia: Tanji Thump Berending to Clinch Ksd Tourney Trophy

Tanji on Saturday thumped Berending 2-0 in a well-attended final played at the Sanyang Football Field to clinch the 2023 Approve Services (APS) sponsored Kombo South District… Read more »

Gambia: Barrow Calls for Bi-Partisan Engagement in Parliament

President Adama Barrow has urged legislators of the National Assembly to dialogue and initiate bi-partisan collaboration in a "positively democratic" manner as they discharge their… Read more »

Senegal: Walf TV Channel Suspended

Walf TV has been suspended for 30 days. It is expected to resume operations on 1 July 2023. Read more »

Gambia: Good Morning Mr President - Consider Plight of Deportees

Mr President, according to findings and reports from relevant associations and NGOs on the deportation of Gambians from Germany, German authorities have so far deported more than… Read more »

Gambia: Skills Are Paramount, Says Nsc Deputy Boss

The deputy executive director of the National Sports Council has advised Gambian youths to acquire skills, saying skills are paramount in ensuring the development of The Gambia. Read more »

Gambia: 'Capacity Building for Govt iOS Fundamental to Effective Communications Strategy'

The Senior Resident Director for the National Democratic Institute (NDI)-The Gambia has described capacity building training for Government Information Officers as something… Read more »

Gambia: UDP Urged to Sue IEC Over 'Inflated Voter Register'

A senior member of The Gambian community in the United States and strong supporter of the opposition United Democratic Party (UDP), has urged his party to sue the Independent… Read more »

Gambia: Bensouda Unveils Plan to Build 30 Kilometres of Road

Talib Ahmed Bensouda, the mayor of Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) has expressed his continuous resolve in bringing unprecedented development to the doorsteps of taxpayers of the… Read more »

Gambia/South Sudan: Gambia Commence Training Ahead of South Sudan Clash

The Gambia senior national team have commenced intensive training in Ismailia, Egypt ahead of their 2024 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier match away to South Sudan on 14th June 2023… Read more »

Gambia: GSIC Launches Specialised Committees, Congress of Advisory Council

The Gambia Supreme Islamic Council (GSIC) recently launched specialised committees dedicated to strengthening unity within the country, most especially within the Muslim community… Read more »

Gambia: 'Moherst's College Transformation to Restore Public Stand of Teaching Profession'

Hon. Minister of Higher Education, Research Science and Technology, Professor Pierre Gomez has stated that his ministry's goal is totransform the Gambia College to restore the… Read more »

Gambia: Minister Badjie Inaugurates GSA Interim Committee

In their effort to address leadership challenges that have hindered the smooth operation of the Gambia Scout Association (GSA) over the past three years, Hon. Bakary Badjie,… Read more »

Gambia: PSV Wellingara Relegated to 2nd Division League

PSV Wellingara FC have been relegated back to the Second Division League after their 2-1 defeat to Marimoo Pakfood during their week 28 fixture of the GFF First Division League… Read more »

Gambia: Baitullah's Arrest Allegedly Linked to Risky Plot

Police sources have informed The Point that former dictator Yahya Jammeh's staunch supporter Omar Sanneh alias Baitullah, was on Friday arrested by the Senegalese security in the… Read more »