In an exclusive interview, Sheikh Tijan Gaye, a widely known youth leader, activist and public affairs commentator, has called for the enactment of the death penalty amid a worrying surge in violent crimes across The Gambia. Gaye believes this could be an effective deterrent for violent crimes. Analysing what he terms an “unprecedented rate” of…
In an exclusive interview, Mamadou Kurang, one of the country’s dynamic young politicians and a member of the United Democratic Party (UDP), has opined that Mama Kandeh, the leader of the Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC), is a fading force in the political arena. Mama Kandeh recently allied with the NPP, endorsing President Adama Barrow’s candidacy….
The Christian community across The Gambia came together on Saturday to mark the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, one of the most significant celebrations in the Catholic calendar. Churches throughout the country held solemn Masses, with worshippers gathering in large numbers to honor the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus,…
New Generation FA have emerged champions of the prestigious Dr Ismaila Ceesay U-15 Academy Tournament after defeating BK 31 FA 1-0 in a thrilling final at the Brikama Box Bar Mini Stadium. The decisive moment came in the 35th minute when Peter Mendy converted a superb out swinging cross from Ismaila Sanyang, giving New Generation…
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has announced that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has granted provisional approval for the Independence Stadium to host CAF-sanctioned football matches. This milestone marks a major achievement in the government’s ongoing efforts to rehabilitate and upgrade the country’s premier sporting facility to meet international standards. In a statement,…
United Democratic Party (UDP) flagbearer for the 2026 presidential elections, Lawyer Ousainu Darboe, has described the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) of the Gambia First Alliance as a “historic day for our country,” emphasizing unity, shared values, and collective leadership among opposition parties. Speaking at the ceremony, Darboe expressed gratitude to alliance partners,…
His Excellency President Adama Barrow on Friday 14yh August, paid a working visit to the ROOTS Project Land Development Site in Genieri, Kiang East District, Lower River Region (LRR), where remarkable progress has been achieved under the ongoing land development programme. Accompanied by Honourable Dr. Demba Sabally, Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Security, as…
APP Sobeya Alliance leader Essa Mbaye Faal has sharply criticised ongoing opposition coalition negotiations, alleging that the process was marred by secrecy, predetermined outcomes, and demands to install Talib Bensouda as the alliance’s presidential flag bearer. Speaking on Coffee Time with Peter Gomez, Faal rejected suggestions that his withdrawal was motivated by personal ambition. He…
The Minister of Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Habibatou Drammeh, has defended the performance of Gambian students in the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), describing the results as evidence of progress and the impact of ongoing reforms. Speaking at a press conference following the release of the results, Dr. Drammeh emphasized that…
Drug Law Enforcement Agency Intensifies Crackdown on Illicit Substances The Drug Law Enforcement Agency of The Gambia (DLEAG) has announced the arrest of thirty-three (33) suspects in a coordinated operation targeting drug trafficking and abuse across multiple regions. The accused individuals, all Gambian nationals, range in age from 17 to 46 years old and include…
