September 20, 2022
Gambia: Tourism - Non-Traditional Markets Recorded 89 Percent Growth in 2021
In spite of the increase in tourist arrivals by 15% in 2021, all the traditional markets still declined by 35% in same year compared to 2020. Read more »
Africa: Tourism in Africa Following Covid-19
Tourism has been a fundamental component of the African economy for years, with many countries depending on the industry as a primary source of revenue. Read more »
Gambia: High Risk of Waterborne Disease Concerns Due to Massive Inundation Across Gambia
Circulating official reports have raised concerns on the high risk of the outbreak of waterborne diseases across The Gambia. Read more »
Gambia: Friendship Hotel Murder Case Lands in Court
Twenty-five -year-old lady was yesterday arraigned before Principal Magistrate Omar Jabang of the Kanifing Magistrates' Court and charged with murder contrary to Section 187 and… Read more »
September 14, 2022
Gambia: NRA Presents Safety Jackets, Torch Lights to GPF
The National Road Authority (NRA) last Tuesday presented safety jackets and torch lights to The Gambia Police Force (GPF) at a ceremony held at the Police headquarters in Banjul. Read more »
Gambia: On Drivers Nationwide Strike!
Transport infrastructure is an integral component of the transport system of any country. Read more »
Gambia: Election Watch Committee Holds Retreat On Electoral Reforms
Election Watch Committee - The Gambia, a partnership of 3 youth-led organisations with different expertise and background on Sunday concluded a three-day retreat at Tamala Hotel. Read more »
Gambia: 'Media Plays Vital Role in Lawmaking Process'
A renowned Gambian right activist, Madi Jobarteh has spoken highly of the indispensable role of the media in lawmaking process. He said media creates a platform to collect public… Read more »
September 13, 2022
Gambia: APP Appoints Ebou Gaye As SG
"Following the resignation of Dr. Bai Biran Jagne as Secretary General and Party Leader of the All Peoples Party (APP), the National Executive of the Party held an emergency… Read more »
Gambia: Human Rights Committee of National Assembly Tours Detention Facilities Across Gambia
Members of the Human Rights Committee of the National Assembly have recently visited detention facilities across the country. The visit was aimed at getting first-hand information… Read more »
Gambia: IBU, GRTS Discuss Role of Media in Promoting Peaceful Coexistence
Jeddah-based Islamic Broadcasting Union (IBU) in collaboration with the Gambia Radio and Television Services (GRTS) last Monday gathered for a four-day forum at the African… Read more »
Gambia: Medina Utd Win Lamin Curtain Raiser
Medina United was on Sunday crowned champions of the 2021-2022 Lamin Sports Development Association (LSDA) Super Cup after beating Hartem FC in a final played at the Late Sanna… Read more »
Gambia: GWA, Red Cross Train Wrestling Coaches, Referees On First Aid
The Gambia Wrestling Association (GWA) in partnership with The Gambia Red Cross Society (GRCS) on Saturday held a day-long First Aid training for wrestling referees, coaches and… Read more »
Gambia: W/A Food Insecurity Demands Climate-Smart Response Amid Multiple Crises!
As crises multiply and the devastating conflict in Ukraine drags on, its global effects are being felt hard in the Sahel and West Africa, a region with more than 38 million people… Read more »
Gambia: 'Gambia Not On Track to Achieve Food, Nutritional Security'
The United Nations Development Programme - The Gambia has disclosed that The Gambia is not on track to achieve food and nutritional security. The revelations were inscribed by the… Read more »
Gambia: U.S. Based-Gambian Launches Hajj & Umrah Travel Agency in the Gambia
In his quest to making Hajj and Umrah accessible and convenient to Gambians, Ousman Jammeh, a native of Jarra Tonyataba in the Lower River Region (LRR), who is currently living in… Read more »
Gambia: GRA Boss Hails Media
The commissioner general of Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA), Yankuba Darboe has hailed the contribution of the media in helping GRA improve tax compliance. Read more »
Gambia: Njumbulakolong FC Win Badibou Conteh Kunda Football Tournament
Njumbulakolong Football Club was on Saturday crowned champions of the Badibou Conteh Kunda football tournament in North Bank Region after defeating Dai Kanuma 5-4 on post-match… Read more »
Gambia: Drivers' Strike Continues Today
The president of The Gambia Transport Union (GTU) Omar Ceesay has disclosed that their on-going sit-down strike which commenced yesterday will continue in the next 42 hours if the… Read more »
Gambia/Senegal: U-20 Surrender WAFU Trophy to Senegal
The Gambia U-20 team on Sunday surrendered the 2022 WAFU Zone A U-20 football tournament trophy to Senegal U-20 team. Read more »
Gambia: Transport Union Not Open for Dialogue Says Director Drammeh
Essa Drammeh, the director of Transport at the Ministry of Transport, Works and Infrastructure, said the Gambia Transport Union did not give them (ministry) room for negotiation… Read more »
Gambia: Long-Term Climate Strategy Validated
The Climate Change Secretariat alongside Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources (MECCNAR) and partners last Friday validated the county's Draft Long-Term… Read more »
Gambia: NHRC Invites Universities to Submit Requests for Registration in Moot Contest
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of The Gambia has called on universities to submit their request for registration in the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International (SDKJ)… Read more »
Gambia: Court Convicts Man Found With Fake Currencies
Magistrate T. Bayo of the Kanifing Magistrates' Court convicted and sentenced one Salieu Nyang to a fine of D100,000 in default to serve four years imprisonment for being in… Read more »
September 12, 2022
Gambia: U-23 Team Beat League Selection
As part of their preparations ahead of the African Championship qualifiers, The Gambia U-23 team defeated the League Selection players 4-1 during a game played at the Independence… Read more »