January 21
Gambia: Justice Jaiteh Dismisses State's Appeal in 13-Year-Old Land Trial
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh of the High Court in Banjul has dismissed in its entirety the State's appeal in a protracted land dispute dating back to 2013 and has further rejected an… Read more »
January 13
West Africa: Gambia Proposes Naming University Faculty After AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina
A proposal has been submitted to name a university faculty in The Gambia after Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank AfDB, in recognition of his… Read more »
Africa: China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges Launched
The launching ceremony of the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges was held on January 8 at the African Union (AU) headquarters in Addis Ababa, the capital of… Read more »
Gambia: Reparations Commission Starts Payments to Human Rights Victims
The Gambia Reparations Commission hereby informs the public that it has commenced the payment of reparations to victims of human rights violations committed between July 1994 and… Read more »
Gambia: Droughts On a Continental Scale a 'New Normal'!
New research shows that the world's continents are drying increasingly quickly, threatening long-term freshwater availability and spurring on rising sea levels. Millions of people… Read more »
Gambia: Heforshe Music Movement, Partners Engage Artistes On SGBV
Stakeholders in the Gambia's creative industry on Wednesday met at Baobab Hotel for a two-day capacity building on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and Positive Masculinity. Read more »
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 »
Gambia: Ambassador Oba Extols Gambia-Turkiye Cooperation At Breakfast Presser
The ambassador of Turkiye to The Gambia has described the relations between Turkiye and The Gambia as 'excellent', further reflecting that last year alone the two countries made… Read more »
Gambia: Sports Minister Assures Gambia Will Play All Football Home Games At Independence Stadium
After months of public criticism and growing frustration over The Gambia's inability to host international matches at home, the Minister of Youth and Sports, Hon. Bakary Y. Badjie,… Read more »
Gambia: Tango to Honour Outstanding CSOs, Activists After 13 Years
The Association of Non-Governmental Organisations in The Gambia (TANGO) has announced the hosting of the second edition of the Gambia Civil Society Excellence Awards Ceremony,… Read more »
Gambia: Kandeh Urges Alkalolu to Welcome Opposition in Their Communities
Mama Kandeh, presidential hopeful for Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC) has urged village alkalolu and imams to welcome opposition leaders to their villages and even attend meetings… Read more »
Gambia: Health Officials Standing Trial - Kandeh Denies Charges in Hepdo Case
Balla Kandeh, the first accused person in the HEPDO corruption case, has denied all charges brought against him as the defence opened its case before the High Court in Banjul… Read more »
Gambia: GNOC Conducts 1st Anti-Doping Tests On Athletes in Gambia
The Gambia National Olympic Committee (GNOC) has successfully conducted the first-ever Anti-Doping tests, in The Gambia, ensuring the system is in place in the country for good. Read more »
January 08
Gambia: Info Minister Debunks Claims of Migrants Receiving €600 Per Month
The minister for Information and Broadcasting, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, has issued a warning to Gambian youths, declaring that claims of migrants receiving €600 a month in Europe… Read more »
Gambia: Tribute to Mr. Abubacarr Camara
As you conclude your tenure as Director General of the Gambia Tourism Board, it is fitting to acknowledge your exemplary leadership and the cordial working relationship you… Read more »
Africa: Health Emergencies in Sub-Saharan Africa!
Health emergencies are situations that pose a significant threat to public and global health. Read more »
Gambia: Art27 Founder Unveils Plan for Permanent Art Gallery in the Gambia By 2026
In a major boost to The Gambia's growing creative sector, Ferenc Donderer, founder of ART27 - Visual Arts Promotion, has announced plans to establish a permanent art gallery in the… Read more »
West Africa: The Gambia Nominates Dr. Satang Nabaneh for AU Child Rights Committee
The Government of The Gambia has formally announced the candidature of renowned legal scholar and human rights advocate Dr. Satang Nabaneh for election as a member of the African… Read more »
Gambia: Gid Promotes 91 Senior & Superior Immigration Officers
The Deputy Director General of Immigration, on behalf of the Director General, announces the promotion of 91 Senior and Superior Immigration Officers from the rank of Assistant… Read more »
Gambia: Police Confirm 7 Dead in Farafenni-Soma Highway Road Accident
Police in Farafenni have responded to a fatal road traffic accident that occurred along the Farafenni-Jarra Soma Highway, between Farafenni and Bereto. Read more »
Gambia: Madi Blasts State for Failing to Sustain Citizens On Migration
The Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice (EFSCRJ) during a press conference on statistics on migration stated that while young people continue to die on the… Read more »
Gambia: CGG Calls for Voting Age to 16 Years in Local, Parliamentary Polls
The Center for Good Governance (CGG) on Wednesday called for a gradual reduction of the voting age to 16-17 for local government and parliamentary elections, warning that the… Read more »
Gambia: VP Jallow Launches Book On History of Public Health in the Gambia
A great scholarly masterpiece authored by the late Alh. Dawooda M.B. Jagne, a man considered to be the architect of public health in The Gambia now deceased, was yesterday launched… Read more »
Gambia: Barrow Welcomes New Ecomig Force Commander
His Excellency President Adama Barrow bid farewell to outgoing ECOMIG Commander Col. Ndiagne DIOUF and welcomed the incoming Force Commander Aliou TINE at the State House. Read more »
Gambia: GRA to Collect D27.5b Revenue in 2026 As Authority Records 21 Percent Growth in 2025
The Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) has been tasked to collect D27.5 billion in revenue for the government in 2026, Commissioner General Yankuba Darboe has said. Read more »
