Gambia: A National Assembly Must Not Be Mute

A debate cannot be carried out by people who are mute. When people say nothing, they cannot be said to be engaged in a debate and should not seek to be National Assembly members. A… Read more »

Gambia: National Assembly Approves $37.5 Million Deal for UTG School of Medicine Expansion

The National Assembly has ratified a $37.5 million financing agreement between the and the Government of The Gambia to support Phase III of the University of The Gambia School of… Read more »

Gambia: Legislators Questions D1.2 Billion Gambia Ferry Service Liability Without Written Agreement

The Public Enterprises Committee (PEC) of the National Assembly has questioned a liability of more than D1.2 billion recorded by the The Gambia Ferry Services Company (GFSC),… Read more »

Gambia: Agriculture Minister Sets Out Roadmap to Achieve Rice Self-Sufficiency By 2030

The Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Security, Dr. Demba Sabally, has outlined the government's strategy to achieve rice self-sufficiency by 2030, saying the country… Read more »

Gambia: Man Jailed Over Theft That Disrupted Water Supply in Brikama

The Brikama Magistrates' Court has convicted and sentenced Muhammad Kuyateh to prison after finding him guilty of damaging a (NAWEC) borehole and stealing copper, an offence that… Read more »

Gambia: President Barrow Pardons 105 Inmates

President Adama Barrow has granted a free and unconditional pardon to 105 convicted inmates across The Gambia to mark Yawm al-Ashura, exercising his constitutional prerogative of… Read more »

Gambia: President Barrow Promised to Reduce Fuel Price in July

President Adama Barrow has announced that fuel pump prices will be reduced nationwide beginning July 2026. Read more »

Gambia: Trade Minister Says Employment Increased By 163,660 Since 2023

The Minister for Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, Mod K. Ceesay, has told the National Assembly that employment in The Gambia increased by 163,660 persons… Read more »

Gambia: Murder Accused Omar Fraser Denies Stabbing Friend, Claiming He Was Not At Scene

A man standing trial for murder has told the High Court in Banjul that he was not present when the fatal stabbing of his friend, Kebba Ndoye, occurred and denied any involvement in… Read more »

Gambia: Defence Seeks Adjournment in Rongo's D30 Million Civil Suit

The defence team in a D30 million civil suit filed by Gambian musician Momodou Lamin Jarju, popularly known as Rongo, has on 23 June 2026 applied for an adjournment to allow time… Read more »

Gambia: Farmers Welcome Fertiliser Price, Expanded Community Distribution

Farmers in the North Bank Region have welcomed the government's decision to maintain the price of fertiliser at D1,100 per bag for the 2026 farming season, describing the move as a… Read more »

Gambia: Chief Justice Hassan B. Jallow Elected to African Judicial Leadership Role

Chief Justice Hassan B. Jallow has been unanimously elected Chairman of the Advisory Council of Elders of the African Chief Justices Forum, marking a significant recognition of The… Read more »

Gambia: Businessman Alagie Kebbeh Tells High Court He Did Not Steal From Government

Alagie Kebbeh, a businessman facing charges of economic crime, theft, obtaining money by false pretences and cheating, told the High Court in Banjul on Tuesday that he had never… Read more »

Gambia: Coalition or No Coalition for 2026

Media reports highlighting that results had been attained by certain coalition building initiatives are not helping the general public to know the facts governing coalition… Read more »

Gambia: President Barrow Urges Discipline As NPP Launches New Agenda

President Adama Barrow has called on supporters of the National People's Party (NPP) to remain disciplined, respectful and focused, saying national development cannot be achieved… Read more »

Gambia: Should the Growth of Stabbing and Gang Violence Be Allowed?

When a society has a large percentage of young people who are not in education, employment or training, gangsterism becomes an option. This is why maximum effort should be made to… Read more »

Gambia: National Assembly Committee Recommends Police Investigation Into $1.3m Vehicle Contract

The Finance and Public Accounts Committee (FPAC) of the National Assembly has recommended a police investigation into a procurement contract worth $1.3 million involving the… Read more »

Gambia: Rooftop Billboards Spread Across Gambia Despite Safety Fears and Permit Concerns

A growing number of rooftop billboards are appearing across The Gambia's urban centres, with our investigation finding that many have been erected without permits, raising concerns… Read more »

West Africa: Ecowas Parliament Adopts Roadmap to Expand Rural Electrification Across West Africa

The ECOWAS Parliament has adopted a series of resolutions and recommendations aimed at expanding access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy in rural communities across… Read more »

Gambia: High Court Rejects Attempt to Bar Media From Covering Rongo-Omar Jammeh Case

The High Court has rejected an application by lawyer Omar Jammeh seeking to hold his civil suit against Momodou Lamin Jarju, alias Rongo, behind closed doors and to prohibit media… Read more »

Gambia: As Rains Approach, Residents Along Kotu Stream Ask - 'Where Is the WACA Project?'

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Gambia: Opposition Coalition Talks Reignite Debate Over Halifa Sallah's Legacy & Lessons of 2016

As opposition parties intensify efforts to build a united front ahead of The Gambia's 2026 presidential election, a growing debate has emerged over whether a new coalition can… Read more »

Gambia: Concerns Grow Over Structural Defects At D31.7 Million Bundung High Court Complex

The newly constructed Bundung High Court Complex has reportedly developed structural defects, raising concerns about the quality of the D31.7 million project and forcing the… Read more »

Gambia: Women Walk for Water As Gardens Struggle to Survive in Sare Samba Village

In Sare Samba village in the Sandu area of The Gambia's Upper River Region, women walk under the midday sun carrying 20-litre buckets of water on their heads just to keep small… Read more »

Gambia: When Will Fertiliser Be Available to Farmers and At What Price?

Some farmers have already cleared their farms and are eagerly waiting for the rains to sow their seeds. Some others are still clearing their farms. Read more »