Gambia: 10 Convicted for Common Nuisance in Kololi Taban

Ten individuals have been convicted of common nuisance by the Kanifing Magistrate Court following their arrest in Kololi Taban on 12 August 2025. The convictions were secured by… Read more »

Gambia: Govt to Roll Out 24/7 Printing of ID Cards

The minister of Information and Broadcasting, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, has announced that The Gambia will begin round the clock printing of national identity cards this week in a bid to… Read more »

Gambia: AGIB Bank Introduces Priority Access to Security, Medical Personnel

Arab Gambian Islamic Bank has unveiled a new Priority Banking and Concessionary Financing Scheme aimed at easing banking access for members of the national security services and… Read more »

Gambia: CG Says Itas Represents Vital Shift in Tax Administration

The Commission General of Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) Yankuba Darboe has underlined that the introduction of Integrated Tax-Administration System (ITAS), project will represent… Read more »

Gambia: UDP Opens Applications for 2026 Presidential Flagbearer

The United Democratic Party (UDP) hereby announces the opening of applications for the position of Party Flagbearer for the 2026 Presidential Election. This follows the decision of… Read more »

Gambia: Former Jungler Michael Correa to Be Sentenced Friday

On 15 April 2025, after a five-day trial in U.S. federal court, a Denver jury found Michael Sang Correa guilty of five counts of torture and one count of conspiracy to commit… Read more »

Gambia: Barrow Hands Over 60 Tractors to Gambian Farmers

In a decisive move to modernise agriculture and uplift rural livelihoods, President Adama Barrow has fulfilled a key promise to Gambian farmers by officially handing over 60… Read more »

Gambia: No Room for Hate Speech in Modern Gambia!

In an era highly infiltrated by social media, which is one of the fastest means to put up a message across whether good or bad, there needs to be measures and mass sensitisation on… Read more »

Gambia: Gambia Takes Over Chairmanship of African Caucus of IMF & WB

The Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Hon. Seedy K.M Keita and delegation recently attended the IMF/World Bank African Caucus meeting in Bangui, Central African Republic,… Read more »

Gambia: 3 Migrants Abscond in Landmark Gambia-Spain Bilateral Labour Deal

Three men among the first batch of migrant workers who recently travelled to Spain under the Bilateral Labour Agreement between The Gambia Government and the Spanish Kingdom have… Read more »

Gambia: NHRC Bemoans Hate Speech, Calls for Actions to Safeguard Human Rights

The vice president of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has renewed their call for urgent actions against the growing threat of hate speech in the country, warning that… Read more »

Gambia: Bac Alleged Scandal - Ex CEO Admits Breaking Fund Rules

In a damning testimony before the Local Government Commission of Inquiry (LGCI), former Chief Executive Officer of Brikama Area Council (BAC), Modou Jonga, admitted to deliberately… Read more »

Gambia: Govt to Cover 78% of Water Supply System in Rural Communities

The minister for Fisheries and Water Resources has disclosed that as part of government's pursuit to provide enough and potable water supply to the citizens, his ministry is… Read more »

Gambia: Gambian Delegation Champions Climate Action, Agricultural Reform At Pan-African Parliament

Members of The Gambia's delegation to the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) have made a strong case for urgent climate action, agricultural transformation, and equitable trade during… Read more »

Gambia: Minority Leader - 2026 Election Is Battle for Gambia's Democratic Survival

United Democratic Party (UDP) Minority Leader and Senior Administrative Secretary, Hon. Alhagie S. Darboe, has issued a rallying call to Gambians in the Diaspora, urging them to… Read more »

Africa: Biofuels and Sustainability in Africa!

Access to secure, sustainable and affordable energy is a prerequisite for sustainable development in developing countries. Read more »

Gambia: Introducing Khalipha General Alhajie Yahya Darboe

Khalipha General Alhajie Yahya Darboe is the 6th Khalipha of Saikou Seedia Darboe (2007-2025). Read more »

Gambia: BCC Awards Over D2m in Scholarships to Empower Youth

In a landmark move to bolster education and youth empowerment, the Banjul City Council (BCC), under the leadership of Mayor Rohey Malick Lowe, has disbursed over one million… Read more »

Gambia: Ousmane Sonko Unveils Economic and Social Recovery Plan

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko officially presented his Economic and Social Recovery Plan (PRES) at the Grand Théâtre National in Dakar on Friday, August 1. Read more »

Gambia: Barrow Urges Integrity and Service As New Foreign Minister, IEC Leaders Sworn in

President Adama Barrow has called on newly appointed public officials to uphold integrity, diligence and national service as they take on key roles in advancing The Gambia's… Read more »

Gambia: New Association Launched to Transform Hibiscus Industry in Gambia

In a major boost to agricultural diversification and rural empowerment, a new farming body, the Hibiscus Flower Farmers Association (HFFA) The Gambia, has officially been launched,… Read more »

West Africa: Ecowas President Calls for Accountability, Action to Transform Governance in the Sahel

The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, has called for urgent reforms to strengthen governance, accountability, and citizen-state relations in the Sahel and… Read more »

Africa: Floods in Sub-Saharan Africa - Causes, Determinants and Health!

Climate change has become a global issue and affects various regions at different levels. The hydro-climatic conditions and the natural fragility of Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) make… Read more »

Gambia: U.S. Imposes New Visa Restrictions On Gambia, 30 Others

The United States has imposed new visa restrictions on citizens of 31 African countries. These restrictions limit non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas to single-entry with a… Read more »

Gambia: Police Investigate Burglary At National Audit Office

The Police is investigating a case of burglary at the National Audit Office, where laptops and a bag valued at D351,000.00 were stolen from the ICT Support Office. Read more »