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NAM Fofana Confident Gambians Will Renew President Barrow’s Mandate in 2026
By Fatou SillahKebba Lang Fofana, a nominated member of the National Assembly and senior official of the National People’s Party (NPP), has expressed confidence that Gambians will renew President Adama!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Chairman Sanneh Accuses LRR Governor of Intimidation, Says UDP Will Not Underestimate NPP
Landing B Sanneh, Chairman Mansakonko Area Council
By Seedy Jobe
The Chairman of the Mansakonko Area Council and a senior official of the United Democratic Party (UDP), Landing B. Sanneh, has accused the Governor!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
President Barrow Meets With Leaders of Education Boards
President Adama Barrow with chairpersons and executive directors of several national education boards
By Seedy Jobe
President Adama Barrow on Friday met with the chairpersons and executive directors of several!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Foreign Affairs Minister Confirms Engagement with US Over Visa Restrictions
Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad.
Sering Modou Njie, Minister Of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad
By Fatou Sillah
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Mayor Bensouda Says Recent By-Elections Signal Need to Take NPP Seriously
Talib Ahmed Bensouda, Mayor of Kanifing Municipal Council
By Makutu Manneh
Talib Ahmed Bensouda, Mayor of the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), has described the ruling National People’s Party’s (NPP) victories in the Foni!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Gambian Embassy in China Responds to Scholarship Allegations, Clarifies Support for Students
By Makutu Manneh
The Gambian Embassy in China has issued a formal response to recent media reports and public statements by a group of Gambian students concerning alleged scholarship-related challenges.
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DLEAG Arrests 22 Suspects in Nationwide Drug Operations
By Makutu Manneh
The Drug Law Enforcement Agency of The Gambia (DLEAG) has arrested 22 suspects and seized significant quantities of suspected illicit drugs in a series of coordinated operations conducted!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Court Dismisses Preliminary Objection in Sanna Manjang Murder Trial
Sanna Manjang in court
The High Court, presided over by Justice Sidi K. Jobarteh, has dismissed a preliminary objection challenging the validity of murder charges brought against Sanna Manjang, paving the way!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Fire Outbreak at EFSTH Paediatric Ward, No Casualties Reported
By Seedy Jobe
A fire outbreak occurred in the early hours of Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the paediatric ward of the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH). No casualties were reported.
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Mayor Bensouda Responds to Minister Badjie: “I Think He Is Quite Bitter About the Two Defeats”
Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda, Mayor Of Kanifing
By Makutu Manneh
The Mayor of Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), Talib Ahmed Bensouda, has responded to recent remarks made by the Minister of Youth and Sports,!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…