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Kemo Bojang Says Political Differences Will Not Hinder UMC–UDP Collaboration
By Fatou Sillah
Kemo Bojang, spokesperson for the Unite Movement for Change (UMC), has affirmed that political differences will not prevent the movement from collaborating with any political party—including the United…
Seedy Njie Says Gambia’s Development Impresses Other African Nations
Seedy Njie, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly and Deputy Spokesperson of the National People’s Party
By Makutu Manneh
Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly and Deputy Spokesperson of the National People’s Party (NPP), Seedy…
President Barrow Warns Chamen Nianija Residents Against “Vultures” Seeking Power
By Makutu Manneh
President Adama Barrow has urged residents of Chamen Nianija to remain vigilant against individuals he described as “vultures” seeking political power for selfish reasons. The warning came during a meeting held…
NHRC Holds Press Briefing on Human Rights Situation and TRRC White Paper Implementation
NHRC Chairperson Emmanuel Daniel Joof
By Makutu Manneh
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has held a press briefing to present its latest findings on the state of human rights in The Gambia and to provide updates on the…
NHRC Calls for Stronger Oversight of Gambia–Senegal Fishing Agreement
Emmanuel Daniel Joof, chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
By Makutu Manneh
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged the Ministry of Fisheries and Water Resources to establish a robust monitoring…
Former Niamina East NAM Urges UDP and Talib Bensouda to Unite Ahead of 2026 Elections
Omar Ceesay, Former National Assembly Member for Niamina East
By Fatou Sillah
Omar Ceesay, former National Assembly Member for Niamina East Constituency and a member of the Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC), has urged the United…
NHRC Calls for Amendment to Public Order Act Section 5
NHRC Chairperson Emmanuel Daniel Joof
By Makutu Manneh
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has recommended that the Ministries of Interior and Justice amend Section 5 of the Public Order Act, shifting from a permit-based…
ECOWAS and DLEAG Unveil Report on Drug Use Trends in West Africa
By Makutu Manneh
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, in collaboration with The Gambia’s Drug Law Enforcement Agency (DLEAG), on Wednesday launched the fifth edition of the West Africa Epidemiology…
Minister Sabally Unveils $161 Million Agricultural Investment Plan in Rome
Demba Sabally, Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Security
By Makutu Manneh
The Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Security, Demba Sabally, has unveiled a $161 million National Agricultural Investment Plan…
GLC Establishes Disciplinary Panels to Strengthen Ethics in the Legal Profession
Chief Justice of The Gambia, Hassan B. Jallow
The General Legal Council (GLC) has taken a major step toward reinforcing ethical standards and public confidence in The Gambia’s legal system with the establishment of three new…