March 04
Gambia: The Physiological Changes That Occur During a Fast! [editorial]
The Point
For many people, the key question regarding fasting is whether it is good or bad for your health. The answer to this requires a quick overview of what happens inside the body… Read more »
March 03
Gambia: Gambia's Court of Appeal Split in Vista Bank
Foroyaa
A high-stakes corporate dispute has divided the Gambia Court of Appeal, with justices delivering sharply contrasting opinions on whether court documents were properly served on… Read more »
Gambia: Access to Justice in Gambia: Courts Seen As Untrustworthy, Unfair, and Ineffective
Afrobarometer
Fewer than half of citizens think ordinary people can obtain justice in the courts. Read more »
February 27
Equatorial Guinea: Equatorial Guinea and Jammeh's Equation
JusticeInfo.net
The prospect of trying former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh has grown bigger with the plan of a tribunal supported by the regional political organization ECOWAS. But there's a… Read more »
February 26
Gambia: Ex-President Jammeh Expels Lawmaker From Former Ruling Party
The Point
Former President Yahya Jammeh has expelled Hon. Bakary K. Badjie, the lawmaker for Foni Bintang Karanai from so-called APRC after declaring his (Badjie) intention to run for… Read more »
Gambia: Gender Ministry Marks Int'l Zero Tolerance for FGM Day
The Point
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare and its development partners recently commemorated International Zero Tolerance for FGM with an event dubbed - 'Walk for Health' Read more »
Gambia: Creating an Enabling Environment for Media!
The Point
Freedom of expression is a key ingredient in measuring the strength of any democracy. In essence, it is the life blood of any thriving democracy. Read more »
Gambia: Bakau - Former NCP Stronghold
The Point
Sir Dawda Jawara, former president of The Gambia, was popular in Bakau Constituency, especially Bakau Dinkokono, where most of his supporters used to live. Blue flags could be seen… Read more »
Gambia: Police Say Former Pro Not Arrested, Interrogated
The Point
The former Public Relations Officer of The Gambia Police Force, Binta Njie Jatta, has not been arrested or subjected to interrogation, according to police. Read more »
Gambia: Samaritan Jawara Donates Ramadan Food Items Worth Over D9m
The Point
Abubakary Jawara, a prominent business tycoon and renowned philanthropist, and the Chief Executive Officer of GACH Global, through his foundation has once again demonstrated his… Read more »
February 25
West Africa: Ecowas Is Still Pivotal to Steadying the Gambia's Transition [analysis]
ISS
Divisions over the latest draft constitution, which extends executive power and term limits, necessitate ECOWAS' involvement. Read more »
West Africa: Ecowas Still Pivotal to Steadying Gambia's Transition Amid Divisions Over New Draft Constitution
Daily Maverick
Divisions over the latest draft constitution, which extends executive power and term limits, necessitate the involvement of the Economic Community of West African States. Read more »
February 21
Gambia: EU to Expedite Deportation of Irregular Gambian Migrants
The Point
The European Union (EU) under its new "Migration and Asylum Pact" is currently pushing for urgent changes in order to expedite the deportation of failed Gambian asylum seekers and… Read more »
Gambia: UDP Condemns Arrest of Luis Boutanos, Calls for 'Immediate' Release [press release]
The Point
The United Democratic Party (UDP) strongly condemns the arrest of Mr. Luis Boutanos, a Gambian citizen, on 17th February 2025, for expressing his frustration with the Barrow… Read more »
Guinea Bissau: Dr Ceesay Vows to Strengthen Cross-Border Communication Between Gambia and Guinea-Bissau
The Point
Dr Ismaila Ceesay, the Minister for Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services, has vowed to strengthen cross-border communication between the Gambia and Guinea-Bissau as he… Read more »
Gambia: Barrow Inaugurates First High Voltage Energy Infrastructure Project in Salaji
The Point
President Adama Barrow yesterday presided over the inauguration of the country's first high voltage flagship energy infrastructure project at a colourful ceremony held at Salaji. Read more »
Gambia: Cuba President Congratulates Gambia On 60th Independence Anniversary
The Point
H.E. President Miguel Diaz Canel Bermudez, president of the Republic of Cuba, has congratulated The Gambia on the nation's Diamond Jubilee independence anniversary, saying "Cuba is… Read more »
Gambia: GRA Inks MOU With Agib Bank to Boost Revenue Collection
The Point
Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) under the leadership of the Commissioner General Yankuba Darboe has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with one of Gambia's leading… Read more »
Gambia: Sheriffo Bojang Ends Gunjur Utd Miserable Run in 2nd Division
The Point
Striker Sheriffo Bojang alias Fixer has ended Gunjur United miserable run in the 2024\2025 Gambia Football Federation (GFF) Division Two League. Read more »
Gambia: Health and Security Concerns of Gambians [opinion]
The Point
The people have spoken loud and clear about their health and security concerns. Those who stay unconcerned will be concerned when their family members become affected by the recent… Read more »
Liberia/Gambia: Tapha Manneh Becomes Latest Coach to Resign At BEA Mountain
Liberian Investigator
Gambian coach Tapha Manneh has stepped down as Head Coach of Liberian First Division club Bea Mountain. Manneh took over from Robert Lartey at the start of the season, signing a… Read more »
February 19
Gambia: Are the Gambian People Aware of the Terms and Conditions for Employment in Saudi Arabia?
Foroyaa
Foroyaa has gathered so far that Spain is interested in getting farm workers while Saudi Arabia is interested in getting domestic workers as a start and skilled workers to follow… Read more »
February 17
Gambia: Gambian Bakers Temporarily Agree to Keep Bread Prices At D10 After Strike
Foroyaa
After a brief strike that led to a bread shortage in parts of Banjul and the Kanifing Municipality, the Gambia Bakers Association on Monday agreed to temporarily maintain the price… Read more »
February 10
Gambia: GFF Prexy Bajo Patronises Mandinaba Sports Committee With Cash, Trophy
The Point
In another show of magnanimity, leadership and patronage, the President of the Gambia Football Federation (GFF) recently handed D45, 000.00, a giant trophy, gold and silver medals… Read more »
Gambia: Major Drugs Bust in Foni As Eight Suspects Arrested With Unlicensed Guns
The Point
The Gambia's Drug Law Enforcement Agency (DLEAG) has achieved a significant milestone in combating drug-related and illicit activities nationwide, resulting in the apprehension of… Read more »
