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President Barrow Hails Workers as “Lifelines” of The Gambia
President Barrow
By Seedy Jobe
President Adama Barrow, on Friday, May 1, 2026, commended the Gambian workforce for its dedication and sacrifices, describing workers as central to the country’s development and future.
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APRC Leader Accuses UDP of Post-Transition Targeting
Hon. Fabakary Tombong Jatta, Speaker of the National Assembly
By Seedy Jobe
The speaker of the National Assembly and leader of the Alliance for Patriotic Reorientation and Construction, Fabakary Tombong Jatta,accused the United!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Nenneh Cheyassin Kebbeh Calls on Gambians to Reflect Ahead of 2026 Elections
Nenneh Cheyassin Kebbeh
By Fatou Sillah
Nenneh Cheyassin Kebbeh, vice presidential candidate of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), has urged Gambians to critically assess their living conditions as the country approaches the 2026!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
UMC’s Fofana Alleges Political Interference in Party Registration Process
Alhagie Sedia Fofana, Unite Movement for Change
By Makutu Manneh
Alhagie Sedia Fofana of the Unite Movement for Change (UMC) has alleged that political interference is behind the failure of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC)!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
GALA Spokesperson Camara Warns Against Tribal Politics, Calls for Legal Reforms
Omar Saibo Camara, spokesperson for Gambians Against Looted Assets
By Makutu Manneh
Omar Saibo Camara, spokesperson for Gambians Against Looted Assets (GALA) and a human rights activist, has cautioned political actors in The Gambia!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
PPP Running Mate Calls for Competent, Accountable Leadership in The Gambia
Nenneh Cheyassin Kebe, Vice-presidential candidate, People’s Progressive Party
By Fatou Sillah
Nenneh Cheyassin Kebe, the vice-presidential candidate of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), has called for a shift in!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Government Announces Fuel Price Increase, Citing Rising Global Oil Costs Linked to Middle East…
Nani Juwara, Ministry of Petroleum, Energy, and Mines
By Makutu Manneh
The Ministry of Petroleum, Energy, and Mines has announced an upward adjustment in fuel prices, attributing the increase to escalating geopolitical tensions in!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
PPP Presidential Candidate Saikou Sawo Calls for National Unity and Support Ahead of 2026 Elections
Saikou Sawo, presidential candidate of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP)
By Fatou Sillah
The presidential candidate of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Saikou Sawo, has called on Gambians to support his bid ahead of!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
NCCE Official Urges Politicians to Avoid Disputes at Voter Registration Centers
Yusupha Bojang, NCCE Chief Civic Education Officer
By Makutu Manneh
The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) has cautioned politicians against attempting to resolve voter eligibility disputes at registration centers,!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Tourism Minister Says “Clearing and Cleaning” Campaign Against Bumsters to Begin Next Week
Abdoulie Jobe, the Minister of Tourism and Culture
By Makutu Manneh
Abdoulie Jobe, the Minister of Tourism and Culture, said on Wednesday that authorities will next week begin what he described as a “clearing and cleaning”!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…