The much-anticipated Kerewan Samba Sira Nawettan, proudly sponsored by ActionAid International Gambia, kicked off in spectacular fashion on Friday, July 17, 2026, at Kerewan Samba Sira football field in Central River Region South with Kawral and Tabanani battling to a pulsating 2-2 draw. The opening fixture delivered everything fans hoped for: drama, determination, and dazzling…
The Public Relations Officer of the Kerewan Samba Sira Sports Committee, Lamin Fatty, has officially unveiled the prize package for this year’s highly anticipated tournament. According to Mr Fatty, the champions will walk away with a grand prize of D100,000 along with prestigious gold medals. The second-place team will be awarded D75,000, while the third-place…
Birth control was once seen as a symbol of freedom and empowerment for women. But in recent years, many young girls are raising concerns about how it affects their health, emotions, and overall well-being. Globally, contraceptive use is rising. The World Health Organization reported that about 874 million women used modern contraceptives between 2021 and…
His Excellency Momodou Lamin Bah, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of The Gambia to the United States of America with concurrent accreditation to the Republic of Brazil, on Wednesday July 8, 2026 presented his Letters of Credence as Ambassador to His Excellency Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of the Republic of Brazil….
Fisheries stakeholders from The Gambia and Senegal have been urged to strengthen cooperation in the management of shared marine resources as concerns grow over declining fish stocks and mounting pressure on the sector. The call was made on Tuesday during a meeting held at the Brufut Fish Landing Site, where representatives of fisheries organisations from…
As political activities gather momentum ahead of The Gambia’s next electoral cycle, Beakanyang Executive Director Nfamara Jawneh has called on citizens to embrace tolerance and reject hate speech, stressing that peace and stability must never be taken for granted. In an interview with Senigambia, Jawneh underscored that the right to support different political parties and…
Civil society and disability rights advocates have blamed the National Assembly for what they describe as a lack of political will on the continued deadlock over constitutional reform, warning that partisan interests are slowing The Gambia’s democratic transition and delaying key governance reforms. Speaking in separate interviews, Ansuman Camara, National Coordinator of Activista Gambia, and…
In the heart of Brikama, Nyambai Forest Park has long stood as one of The Gambia’s most cherished ecological reserves. Established in 1954 and spanning over 200 hectares, the forest is more than just a patch of greenery; it is a lifeline for communities, a sanctuary for biodiversity, and a symbol of national heritage. Yet…
The Party leader of the Unite Movement for Change (UMC), Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda, has said his party will not join any political coalition formed solely to remove President Adama Barrow from office, insisting that any alliance must be founded on a shared vision, common principles, and a long-term plan for governing the country. Speaking…
The General Membership of The Gambia Bar Association (GBA) on Monday 6th July 2026 convened an Emergency General Meeting to consider the eligibility of Mr. Edi M.O. Faal for appointment as Chief Justice of the Republic of The Gambia. Following the deliberation, the General Membership unanimously resolved that Mr. Faal does not meet the qualification…
