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 United Movement for Change (UMC) has stated that the arrest of National Assembly Member Yaya Menteng Sanyang is tied to voter registration and politically motivated. UMC spokesperson Kemo Bojang told a press conference today that “both the opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) and the ruling National People’s Party (NPP) are using security forces against…
One of the most damaging legacies of the Jammeh dictatorship is a politics of make-believe, a politics which does not recognize the importance of truth in framing and conducting our national discourse, or in preserving our healthy social norms and values, or respecting our sacred religious obligations which forbid lying in pursuit of worldly gains….
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…
Dr Amadou Scattred Janneh, a former United Democratic Party (UDP) executive member, is throwing his weight behind the National People’s Party (NPP), praising their clear achievements and vision for The Gambia’s future. Speaking in a video on Skypower Radio & TV Services, Dr Janneh highlighted the party’s progress in areas like electrification, education, healthcare, and…
President Adama Barrow has disclosed that Hamat N.K. Bah, the Lands Regional Government and Religious Affairs was the first to advise him against the “three-year agreement” with his 2016 coalition partners as per agreement narrative, urging him instead to remain focused on fulfilling his mandate as President. The Gambian leader was speaking during his annual…
Hon. Bakary Kora, the National Assembly Member for Upper Fulladu West, has criticised the Ministries of Finance, Justice, and Agriculture for their handling of assets linked to former President Yahya Jammeh. He described the situation as having administrative lapses, sparking concerns over transparency and accountability. Kora made the remarks during the ongoing parliamentary proceedings on…
The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) has called on political actors, supporters, and the general public to uphold civic decorum, reject hate speech, and place national unity above partisan interests as The Gambia heads towards the 2026 electoral cycle. The appeal was made by the Chairman of the NCCE, Alhaji Sering Fye, during a…
On Saturday, during the Ninth Stake in the Nation Forum (SNF9), Vice-President Muhammed B.S. Jallow, speaking on behalf of President Adama Barrow, announced plans to push for diaspora voting and revealed a new initiative to honor football legend Biri-Biri. Meanwhile, the Minister of Tourism discussed plans to imitate Cape Verde’s successful diaspora-led tourism model. Held…
