The Gambia’s First Lady, Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow, on Monday inaugurated a state-of-the-art Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFST), describing the facility as a “new chapter of hope” for families across the country. Speaking at the ceremony, Mrs. Bah-Barrow said the NICU marks a major milestone in the nation’s efforts…
Birth control was once seen as a symbol of freedom and empowerment for women. But in recent years, many young girls are raising concerns about how it affects their health, emotions, and overall well-being. Globally, contraceptive use is rising. The World Health Organization reported that about 874 million women used modern contraceptives between 2021 and…
A Historic Milestone in Strengthening Healthcare Delivery in The Gambia Bansang, Central River Region – In a landmark development for healthcare delivery in The Gambia, the FaBB Foundation officially commissioned the first-ever Accident and Emergency (A&E) Unit in the 88-year history of Bansang General Hospital, marking a transformative moment for the people of the Central…
President Adama Barrow has inaugurated the National Emergency Treatment Centre in Farato, West Coast Region, describing it as one of the most significant investments in The Gambia’s health sector in recent years. The state-of-the-art complex brings together several key institutions under one roof: the National Reference Laboratory, the National Diagnostic and Imaging Centre, the Ministry…
Nine years ago, The Gambia’s health system stood on shaky ground. Hospitals were crumbling, equipment was scarce, and the country faced a dire shortage of specialist personnel. For many citizens, accessing even basic medical services meant long waits, inadequate facilities, and limited emergency response. Today, the landscape looks markedly different. At the MansaKunda Ministerial Town…
A man has been sentenced to life in prison in Scotland after fatally stabbing his wife in a violent attack that took place inside their family home while their children were present. Momodou Bobb was convicted for the murder of his wife, Ndata Bobb, at their residence on Restalrig Avenue, Edinburgh, on 28 August last…
A young girl from Lamin has been recommended for urgent medical treatment abroad after doctors confirmed that the specialised surgery she needs is not currently available in The Gambia. Fatima Kalley, a minor, was brought to the neurosurgery outpatient department by her parents in August 2023 after they noticed difficulties in her ability to walk…
The National Roads Authority (NRA) has announced plans to commence a long-awaited underground water control project in Ebo Town, aimed at addressing persistent flooding challenges in the area. Speaking on Wednesday, 8 April 2026, during a site visit to Ebo Town and Jeshwang, the NRA Managing Director, Sulayman Sumareh Janneh, said the initiative is expected…
Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) has inaugurated The Gambia’s first-ever tyre recycling plant, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s fight against waste and environmental pollution. The groundbreaking facility, financed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is designed to convert discarded tyres into reusable materials, tackling one of the country’s most persistent waste management challenges….
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad informs the public that His Excellency President Adama Barrow held telephone conversations on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, with the leaders of Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan to discuss the evolving situation in the Middle East, particularly the recent attacks by Iran targeting several…
