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Sabally Says Alport Has Improved Efficiency at Banjul Port Despite Challenges
Momodou Sabally, National Youth President, NPP
By Fatou Sillah
Momodou Sabally, the national youth president of the National People’s Party, said that operations at the Gambia Ports Authority have improved since the engagement of…
Gardener Sentenced to Life for Rape of Child on Easter Sunday
A local gardener was sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of raping a seven-year-old girl on Easter Sunday, a day the presiding judge said was "intended for celebration" but instead became a scene of "breached…
Falang Sonko Says Political Differences Will Not Change His Affection for Talib Bensouda
Falang Sonko and Mayor Bensouda
By Fatou Sillah
The Kanifing Municipality regional chairman of the United Democratic Party, Falang Sonko, says his personal affection for Talib Ahmed Bensouda remains unchanged despite emerging…
NPP’s Ahmad Gitteh Casts Doubt on Opposition Coalition Ahead of December Election
Ahmad Gitteh
By Makutu Manneh
Ahmad Gitteh, a member of the ruling National People’s Party and special adviser to the minister of Telecommunications and Digital Economy, has expressed skepticism that opposition parties will…
National Assembly Calls for Reforms to Improve Hajj Administration
Hon. Sulayman Jammeh, NAM Bundungka Kunda
By Fatou Sillah
The National Assembly of The Gambia has urged reforms to the country’s hajj administration system following a study tour to Senegal, recommending that authorities adopt…
Gambian Parliament Reaffirms ‘One China’ Policy, Bolstering Ties with Beijing
National Assembly Chambers
By Fatou Sillah
The National Assembly of The Gambia has unanimously adopted a motion formally reaffirming the country's commitment to the "One China" policy, a significant diplomatic gesture that solidifies…
Peter Obi to Visit Gambia for Rafela National Conference
Peter Obi
By Seedy Jobe
Peter Obi, a Nigerian presidential aspirant and former governor of Anambra State, is expected to arrive in The Gambia next week as the chief guest of honor at a two-day national conference organized by Refela…
MoBSE Begins Nationwide Training for Data Collectors Ahead of 2025–2026 School Census
By Seedy Jobe
The Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has begun a nationwide training program for school data collectors in preparation for the 2025–2026 National Annual School Census, an exercise that officials say is…
No Sacred Cows: Information Minister Cites Land Minister’s Trial as Proof of Anti-Graft…
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, Minister of Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services
By Makutu Manneh
The trial of the former minister of lands, regional government, and religious affairs, Sheriff Abba Sanyang, should be viewed as evidence…
DLEAG Vows Continued Crackdown After Destruction of 60 Cannabis Farms in Jinack
By Makutu Manneh
The Drug Law Enforcement Agency, The Gambia, said it would intensify its campaign against illicit drug trafficking and abuse following a two-day operation in Niumi Jinack that resulted in the destruction of 60…