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 »

Gambia: Political Discourse - Misguided and Toxic

Mambanyick Njie, Deputy Ambassador Havana-Cuba Read more »

Gambia: U.S. to Impose Travel Ban On Gambian Citizens

The United States government has planned to impose travel ban on 41 countries including The Gambia, according to Reuters. Read more »

Gambia: As Deadline Looms, NGOs Decry EU Migration Approach Against Gambians

Non-Governmental Organisations and other human rights groups have jointly denounced the "retributive and punishing tactics" against Gambians and other asylum seekers as the block… Read more »

Gambia: U.S. Citizen Fined D120,000 for 'Unlicensed Firearm' Possession

The Brikama Magistrates' Court presided over by Magistrate A. Fofana recently sentenced one Rickey Usumbura, a citizen of the United States of America to a fine of D120, 000 in… Read more »

Gambia: Govt to Probe Death of Former Jungler Borra Colley

The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) announced the passing of former Brigadier General Colley, a notorious member of the former president's hit squad. Read more »

Gambia: GFA Slams Parliament, Govt for Conniving Against Diaspora Gambians

The Gambia For All (GFA) in a press release has alleged that parliamentarians have connived with the Barrow administration to deprive Gambian Diaspora their voting rights. Read more »

Gambia: IEC to Conduct By-Election in Half Die Ward

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) wishes to inform the general public that a Council By-election will be conducted on Saturday 26th April, 2025 to fill a vacant seat in… Read more »

Gambia/Algeria: Gambia Face Algeria in CHAN Qualifiers After Banging Gabon Out

The Gambia will now face Algeria in the final round of the 2025 Total Energies Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers after knocking Gabon out of the qualifiers. Read more »

Cote d'Ivoire/Kenya: Mckinstry Unveils Squad Soon As Kenya, Ivory Coast World Cup Clashes Loom

Head Coach of The Gambia senior national team, Jonathan Mckinstry will unveil his squad soon, as the country's 2026 World Cup qualifier matches against Kenya and Ivory Coast edges… Read more »

Gambia: 'National Policy Formulation Seeks to Align National Development Objectives'

The Minister of Public Service has spoken about the National Policy Formulation Handbook 2025, which seeks to ensure that public policies are coherent, efficient, and align with… Read more »

Gambia: Gambia Launches 'Great Green Wall Initiative' to Combat Climate Challenges

The Gambia recently launched its national strategy under the Great Green Wall Initiative (GGWI), a bold initiative designed to combat land degradation, desertification, and climate… Read more »

Gambia: Deputies Vote Against Diaspora Voting in Gambia Elections

Majority of lawmakers yesterday voted against allowing Gambians in the diaspora to vote in elections. Read more »

Gambia: MPs Split Over UAE Visa Exemptions

Deputies yesterday raised concerns over the mutual visa exemption for diplomatic and service passport holders between The Gambia and the United Arab Emirates. Read more »