Gambia: Witness Recounts Ordeal, Visit to 'Graveyard Torture Ground'

2nd Lieutenant Pharing Sanyang of the Gambia Armed Forces recounted how he had suffered from junglers of former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh. Read more »

Gambia: NHRC Presents 2024 State of Rights Report

In a landmark move to strengthen human rights accountability in The Gambia, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) recently presented and validated its 2024 State of Human… Read more »

Africa: Challenges in Implementing Biodiversity Policy in Africa!

Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) are houses some of the globe's most valuable biodiversity, including charismatic mega fauna, a great diversity of birds, endemic plants and ecological… Read more »

Gambia: Gambia, Mauritania Strengthen Bilateral Ties On Migration Matters

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad informs the public that His Excellency Dr. Mamadou Tangara, Minister for Foreign Affairs, recently… Read more »

Gambia: Moherst Validates Tvet Graduates Tracker Study Report

The Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology on Wednesday convened a stakeholders' validation session of the recently released Technical and Vocational… Read more »

Gambia: Govt to Take Action Against Unregulated Mechanic Workshops

The minister for Lands, Regional Governments and Religious Affairs, Hon. Hamat N.K. Bah, speaking at the annual Eid dul-Fitr meeting with Banjul Muslim Elders, has vowed that the… Read more »

Gambia: National Security - Citizen's View

It is logical that any security sector reform must be based on the security realities of the country. National Security is premised on the work of all security outfits such as the… Read more »

Gambia: Gambia to Enact Law to Try Crimes Committed Outside

In a significant development, lawmakers in The Gambia have concluded the consideration stage of the Criminal Offences Bill and Criminal Procedure Bill 2020 to repeal the existing… Read more »

Gambia: Audit Director Criticised for Overlooking Past Reports in Bcc's Audit Investigation

Sanna Sawaneh, director of Internal Audit at Banjul City Council (BCC), has faced intense scrutiny over his approach to financial audits. Read more »

Gambia: Coastal Vulnerability to Flooding and Erosion in W/Africa

Global coastal areas are at risk due to geomorphological issues, climate change-induced sea-level rise, and increasing human population, settlements, and socioeconomic activities. Read more »

Gambia: Who Rep Urges All to Reaffirm Commitment to TB Control

The new country representative of the World Health Organization (WHO) has spoken about the gains made by the Health Ministry in partnership with key stakeholders in the prevention,… Read more »

Gambia: Good Morning Mr President - U.S. International Relations Need Caution

Mr President, the world was taken aback on 14 March 2025 when media reports showed that the USA has placed travel restrictions on 43 countries around the world, with the intention… Read more »

Gambia: Former BCC Audit Chief Reveals Financial Irregularities

Abdoulie J. Corr, the former acting director of the internal audit unit at the Banjul City Council (BCC), provided testimony before the Local Government Commission of Inquiry… Read more »

Gambia: Govt Receives Dates From Saudi Arabia

The government of the Republic of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad, on Tuesday 11th March 2025 officially… Read more »

Gambia: Kanilai Ferry Starts Operations in April, Minister Explains Delay

The minister for Transport, Works and Infrastructure, Ebrima Sillah, revealed before the National Assembly on Wednesday that the Kanilai ferry which is under maintenance will start… Read more »

Gambia: Court Admits Contested Substance As Evidence Despite Defence Objections

In a courtroom dispute over the admissibility of crucial evidence, the High Court, presided over by Justice Ebrima Jaiteh, has ruled in favor of the Prosecution, admitting a… Read more »

Gambia: CSO Coalition Demands Reinstatement of Diaspora Voting

Civil Society Organistions such as Gambia Participates, Election Watch Committee and Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice are calling for the reintroduction of Clause… Read more »

Gambia: Judiciary Expresses Disagreement With Afrobarometer Findings

The Judiciary of The Gambia has taken note of the recent Afrobarometer report. Read more »

Gambia: Banjul Central MP Urges Public Resistance Against Govt Mccarthy Square Takeover

The National Assembly Member (NAM) for Banjul Central, Hon. Abdoulie Njai, has expressed concerns over the government of The Gambia's abrupt decision to seize control of McCarthy… Read more »

Gambia: Court Calls for Review of Prosecutorial Practices to Prevent Future Failures

Justice Ebrima Jaiteh of the Banjul High Court has recommended a review of prosecutorial practices to prevent similar failures in future cases and to ensure that cases are handled… Read more »

Gambia: Promoting Rights of PWDs!

The Gambia, like in most developing countries, persons with disabilities (PWDs) face significant challenges in accessing rights and opportunities, including stigma, discrimination,… Read more »

Gambia: Former KGI MD Pa Bojang Applauds Barrow, Turo Darboe

The former managing director of Kanilia Family Farms (KGI) has spoken about the role and responsibility of every Gambian in national development and maintenance of peace and… Read more »

Gambia: Advancing Rights of PWDs - NCCE Ends Nationwide Stakeholder Engagement

The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) in collaboration with UNICEF through the United Nations Partnership on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNPRP) recently… Read more »

Gambia/Kenya: Scorpions Stretch Muscle Ahead of Kenya Crunch Clash

The Gambia senior national team are currently stretching their muscles ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier match against Kenya on 20th March 2025. Read more »

Gambia: Edusa Students' Delegation Calls On Vice President Jallow

The Education Students Association (EDUSA) at the University of The Gambia (UTG) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Vice President of The Gambia, Muhammed B.S.… Read more »