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Therese Jarju earns BSc in Human Resource Management from UTG

Therese Jarju, dedicated staff of Senigambia Online Newspaper, was among the graduates of the University of The Gambia on Saturday after completing her Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management. Jarju successfully balanced her role in journalism with her academic pursuits, reflecting strong commitment to both professional duty and personal development. A BSc in Human…

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PDOIS leader calls on gov’t to take unemployment, low wages seriously 

Suwaibou Touray, the leader and Secretary General of People’s Democratic Organisation for Independence and Socialism (PDOIS) and National Assembly Member for Wuli East, has called on the government of The Gambia to take the issue of unemployment seriously especially youth unemployment, low wages and decent working conditions. Hon. Touray, the leader and Secretary General of…

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Stakeholders Validate National Land Policy Communication Strategy & Real Estate Agents Bill

The Ministry of Lands, Regional Government and Religious Affairs, with support from the WACA Project, on Wednesday convened a national stakeholder validation workshop at the NaNA Conference Hall on two landmark policy documents: the National Land Policy Communication Strategy and the Real Estate Agents Bill. The workshop brought together representatives from government ministries, departments and…

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Gambia journalists mark World Press Freedom Day 2026 with calls to protect media freedom

Journalists, media workers, and activists across The Gambia on Sunday commemorated World Press Freedom Day 2026 under the theme “Honouring Our Legends, Defending Our Freedom.” The event, organised by the Gambia Press Union in collaboration with the Media Academy for Journalism and Communication, brought together media stakeholders to reflect on the sacrifices of veteran journalists…

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Gov’t, IMF discuss programme recalibration, growth outlook and reform priorities

The Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs (MoFEA), in collaboration with the Central Bank of The Gambia and key institutions, has held a productive engagement with the IMF mission team currently in the country for the Fifth Review under the ECF, Second Review under the RSF, and Article IV Consultation (22 April–6 May 2026). IMF…

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Young girl needs urgent overseas treatment as Specialist Care remains unavailable

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…

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NA Select Committee Impressed with Progress on Government-Funded Road Projects

The National Assembly Select Committee on Monitoring the Implementation of Government Projects has expressed satisfaction with the progress and quality of work on ongoing government-funded road construction projects across the country. The committee made the remarks during a week-long nationwide tour of government intervention projects, with a particular focus on road infrastructure developments being implemented…

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Coastal communities call for shared control of fish landing site 

Stakeholders in The Gambia’s fisheries sector have renewed calls for stronger community involvement in managing marine resources, as coastal actors gathered in Sanyang for a capacity-building forum on sustainable ocean governance. The day-long forum, organised by Sanyang Youths for Environmental Protection and Development (SANYEPD) with support from Blue Ventures, brought together fisheries stakeholders from coastal…

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