CUBE The Gambia has launched a pilot program introducing its locally developed AI-powered learning platform, the CUBE AI Tutor, to secondary school students in Region 1. The pilot launch, conducted on April 30 and May 6, 2026, engaged one hundred and fifty (150) students from St. Augustine’s Senior Secondary School, St. Joseph’s Senior Secondary School,…
President Adama Barrow has underscored the importance of strengthening local governance, describing it as the foundation of democracy, as he inaugurated the newly established Land Commission and Local Government Service Commission at the State House in Banjul. Addressing government officials, commissioners and stakeholders, the President said the creation of the two bodies marks a significant…
The Speaker of the National Assembly of The Gambia, Rt. Hon. Fabakary Tombong Jatta, has called for stronger regional unity, deeper parliamentary cooperation and accelerated economic integration at the opening of the First Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament. Addressing the opening session, Speaker Jatta said West Africa is facing major challenges, including terrorism, democratic…
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…
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…
The Coalition Task Force held its 3rd Strategic Session over the weekend, hosted by the United Democratic Party at the Baobab Holiday Resort. A broad alliance of 15 Gambian opposition parties and civil society groups – including ADD, APP SOBEYA, CCC, GPAP, PAP, UDP, UMC, NDP, GMP, Wareef, PASTEF Gambia, PRP, GDC, GFA, and several…
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…
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…
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…
The Government of The Gambia has reaffirmed its strong commitment to regional integration, rule of law, and human rights protection through enhanced support for the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice. Speaking at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice Town Hall Session on Access to Justice held on Friday at the Sir Dawda Conference Centre, Trade…
