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Resolution on Proposed Registration of Journalists, Online Media, Social Media Users, and Online Content Regulation

Gambia Press UnionApril 13, 2026April 13, 2026013 mins

PREAMBLE The Gambia Press Union (GPU) and media industry stakeholders, including regulatory and professional associations, academic, and civil society groups held an emergency meeting at GPU on 8th April, 2026; Recalling our mandate to safeguard editorial independence and media freedom as outlined in the Cherno Jallow Charter of Ethics for Journalists and Media Operators; Recalling Sections…

GFA calls out ‘Govt’s failure’ on electricity

EditorApril 13, 2026April 13, 202607 mins

The Gambia For All (GFA) Party notes with grave concern the deepening electricity crisis gripping our nation. We stand in full solidarity with the Gambian people as they endure yet another period of prolonged and debilitating power outages. NAWEC’s recent announcement of a major electricity shortage in April has brought this crisis to a new…

Students with disabilities face significant barriers to education

Ismaila SonkoApril 9, 2026April 9, 202604 mins

Gambian children with disabilities have continued to grapple with systemic barriers that often prevent them from attending school. These barriers range from inaccessible infrastructure to limited inclusive policies, poor roads and lack of mobility aids. This situation is even worse in the rural areas, where this reporter encountered a 23‑year‑old Gambian student who has been…

NRA set to launch Ebo Town underground water project

Arfang M.S CamaraApril 9, 2026April 9, 202603 mins

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…

CFM vows to subvent Gambia media to promote journalists’ welfare

Ismaila SonkoApril 8, 2026April 8, 202607 mins

Fast-rising political movement- Change Front Movement – led by Sulayman Waan has laid down series of reform measures that its administration would look into including enhancing the work of journalists while promoting professionalism to the core. According to the leader, Waan, part of his-led movement’s policy is to create subvention for the media fraternity through…

Darboe vows one-term presidency, targets corruption & inequality

Ismaila SonkoApril 8, 2026April 8, 202603 mins

United Democratic Party (UDP) leader and Secretary General, lawyer Ousainou Darboe, has renewed his presidential ambition, promising to serve only one five-year term if elected, with a focus on constitutional reform, economic recovery, and fighting corruption. Darboe made the declaration during an interview with Peter Cottey on Africa Thinks, where he outlined what he described…

Buzz women movement celebrates impact as 40,000 Gambian women drive change

Ismaila SonkoApril 8, 2026April 8, 202604 mins

A powerful display of unity, resilience, and grassroots transformation marked the Buzz Women Gambia Day celebration held on April 2, as women from across the country gathered to commemorate International Women’s Month and reflect on the movement’s growing impact. The event, organised by Buzz Women Gambia, brought together beneficiaries, government officials, development partners, and community…

Gambian teachers may earn more than NAMs – Jallow

Ismaila SonkoApril 8, 2026April 8, 202604 mins

The Vice President of The Gambia, Muhammed B.S. Jallow, has revealed that certain teachers in the country may earn more than members of the National Assembly, amid ongoing discussions on public sector remuneration. Speaking during a parliamentary debate on the President’s State of the Nation Address, Vice President Jallow addressed concerns about incentives and allowances…

Gunjur, Berending communities restore peace ties

Ismaila SonkoApril 8, 2026April 8, 202606 mins

In a bid to restore peace between the communities of Gunjur and Berending, the Ministry of Lands has convened a meeting in Gunjur to address the ongoing land dispute involving the Jammeh and Darboe Kunda families of Gunjur, and the Sanyang Kunda family of Berending. Speaking during the meeting, the Alkalo of Gunjur, Dembo Darboe,…

Foni residents lament border clash woes

Ismaila SonkoApril 1, 2026April 1, 202604 mins

Residents of the border communities in Foni have reported displacement, disruption of livelihoods, and psychological distress following renewed clashes between the Senegalese Armed Forces and the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC) in March 2026, with some shells reportedly landing on the Gambian territory. Displaced families from villages including Jifanga and Kaianga said the…