The Minister of Interior, Abdoulie Sanyang, has revealed that The Gambia government, through his ministry, is working towards establishing a law enforcement academy in the country. Minister Sanyang made these remarks while presiding over the recent inauguration of the newly built model police station in Essau, North Bank Region. He said the establishment of the…
The ECOWAS Commission has taken a major step towards strengthening private sector representation in West Africa with a preparatory meeting held on July 29, 2025, in Abuja for the official launch of the ECOWAS Business Council (EBC). The meeting, organised by the Commission’s Department of Economic Affairs and Agriculture, brought together key directors and representatives…
Over 1,000 victims of human trafficking across West Africa have received direct support through a joint initiative between the ECOWAS Commission and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Marking World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, 2025, ECOWAS emphasized its commitment to fighting trafficking with the theme: “Human Trafficking is Organized Crime –…
The Gambia Police Force, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), on Saturday, August 2, 2025, inaugurated the Essau Model Police Station in Lower Nuimi North Bank Region, a landmark in the country’s ongoing security sector reform and commitment to democratic, people-centred policing. Presiding over the ceremony on behalf of His Excellency President…
The first-ever Strategic Plan for the Civil Service University (CSU) has been validated, marking a pivotal step in the transformation of public sector education in The Gambia. The validation workshop, held at Sindola Lodge in Kanilai on July 30, 2025, brought together CSU administrators, technical staff, stakeholders and development partners to review and finalise the…
The Ghanaian military group known as GHANCOY 9, part of the ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG), made a generous donation to the Farafenni Senior Secondary School on Thursday 31 July 2025. The initiative is part of their effort to help the local community through civil-military cooperation activities. Led by Lieutenant Colonel Ronne Yaw Agbemafle,…
Former Vice President under President Adama Barrow’s administration, Madam Fatoumatta Jallow-Tambajang, has officially confirmed her candidacy for the 2026 presidential election, signaling her intent to lead The Gambia towards a future rooted in inclusive governance and democratic reform. The declaration came during her keynote address at the Sahel Governance Forum on Wednesday 30 July 2025 at…
His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia, yesterday received in audience a high-ranking delegation from the Senegalese Armed Forces at his office at the State House in Banjul. The visiting delegation was led by Lieutenant General Philip Henri Alfred DIA, Inspector General of the Senegalese Armed Forces. The purpose…
His Excellency Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia, officially opened the Sahel Governance Forum today Thursday at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre in Banjul, a remarkable event bringing together leaders, experts, civil society members, and international partners to chart a new path for governance, peace, and regional cooperation in…
In a bid to improve access to climate finance and strengthen resilience in the agricultural sector, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is hosting a three-day capacity-building workshop in Dakar, Senegal, from July 29 to 31. The workshop brings together government experts, regional stakeholders, and organizations to enhance their ability to access international…
