Few appointments in The Gambia’s democratic history have generated as much legal intrigue and national debate as President Adama Barrow’s decision to appoint renowned lawyer Edrissa (Edi) M.O. Faal as Chief Justice. What should have been a routine transition at the apex of the judiciary has instead evolved into a constitutional showdown, pitting the Executive…
Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, Secretary General and leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP), has urged the Senegalese government to reconsider the state of relations between Senegal and The Gambia amid ongoing border negotiations. In a public appeal directed to the President of Senegal, Darboe asked that Gambian farmers be allowed continued access to farmland while…
United Democratic Party (UDP) leader H.E. Ousainu Darboe delivered a fiery address on Saturday, sharply criticizing President Adama Barrow’s administration for failing Gambian farmers and breaking key campaign promises. The rally, which drew thousands from across the Lower River Region, marked a significant moment in the UDP’s push toward the 2026 presidential election. Darboe accused…
The National Accreditation and Quality Assurance Authority (NAQAA) and the Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation (SSHFC) on Friday have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing governance, compliance, and employee welfare in The Gambia’s tertiary and higher education sector. The signing ceremony was held at NAQAA office in Kanifing attended by the…
Hon. Mama Kandeh, Secretary General and leader of the Gambia Democratic Party (GDC), has called the alliance between his party and the National People’s Party (NPP) a turning point for peace, stability, and development in The Gambia. Addressing a large crowd in his home village of Sare Birom, Jimara Constituency, Kandeh spoke with conviction about…
Edrissa M.O. Faal has officially been sworn in as The Gambia’s new Chief Justice, succeeding Justice Hassan B. Jallow, who retired after nine years of distinguished service. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the State House, where President Adama Barrow administered the oaths of office, allegiance, and secrecy. Justice Faal, a seasoned legal practitioner with…
The Minister of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, has declared that The Gambia enjoys some of the lowest food prices in the West African sub-region, crediting government subsidies and targeted interventions for cushioning households against global inflation. Speaking on West Coast Radio, Dr. Ceesay said subsidies on electricity, fuel, and agriculture have…
The Gambia has taken a historic step in its democratic transition with the validation of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) Bill 2026, a landmark piece of legislation designed to transform the SIS into a modern, accountable, and trusted institution. The Bill, hailed as a cornerstone of the country’s security sector reform agenda, provides the SIS…
In the vibrant cultural landscape of The Gambia, Princess Adjoba Nyaniba Yankson Joh is emerging as a beacon of creativity, resilience, and empowerment. Her journey into the world of art is not only a personal triumph but also a testament to the transformative power of platforms like the ART27 Artist Group. Speaking from her residence…
Devastating floods have struck several communities across the Wuli Districts of the Upper River Region following heavy rainfall on Friday afternoon, July 31, 2026, leaving a trail of destruction and at least two people dead. According to preliminary reports, two individuals tragically lost their lives in Barrow Kunda Village, Baja Kunda Ward, after being swept…
