The Clerk of the National Assembly, Mr. Kalipha M.M. Mbye, has urged young Gambian parliamentarians to carry the lessons of the National Youth Parliament beyond the chamber and into their schools, communities, and homes, reminding them that the future of the country’s democracy is already taking shape among them. Delivering his statement at the closing…
President Adama Barrow on Saturday, 5 September 2026, officially inaugurated three newly constructed road links under Lot 2 of the OIC 50km Urban Roads Project in Brufut, West Coast Region. The commissioned roads—P6, P9 and P20—are funded by the Saudi Fund for Development and form part of the 50km Urban Roads Project. The roads were…
Land disputes account for nearly two-thirds of all cases before Gambian courts, according to Lands Minister Hamat N.K. Bah, who announced sweeping reforms to overhaul the country’s land administration system. Speaking on GRTS Radio, Mr. Bah revealed that approximately 62 percent of court cases are tied to land ownership and usage conflicts, a figure he…
The National Assembly on Thursday convened a press briefing to provide an overview of the agenda and procedural roadmap for the Third and Fourth Ordinary Sessions of the 2026 Legislative Year. The briefing, presided over by the Speaker, was attended by Deputy Clerk Administration and Finance, Majority, and Minority Leaders of the House who outlined…
The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE), through its Chairman Momodou A. Sise, has reminded the public that the 1,694 objections lodged with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) are a normal administrative part of the electoral process. These objections, raised by political actors for determination by the revising court, should not be misconstrued as criminal…
In a landmark ceremony at the Football House, Mr. Kemo Ceesay officially assumed administrative authority of the Gambia Football Federation (GFF), succeeding Lamin Kaba Bajo, who retires after 12 years of service. The colourful handing‑over event was attended by Ceesay’s newly elected Executive Committee, members of the coaching staff, and key stakeholders. General Secretary Lamin…
Councillors from the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) and the Brikama Area Council (BAC) traded sharp words this week over their respective development records, each insisting their council had delivered more during its early years in office. The exchange took place on Tuesday during a panel discussion on Kerr Fatou’s Politic Kaacha, hosted by Ebrima Jarra,…
Hon. Suwaibou Touray, secretary general and leader of the People’s Democratic Organization for Independence and Socialism (PDOIS), has said the United Democratic Party (UDP) is seeking to broaden its opposition coalition ahead of The Gambia’s December 5 presidential election. Touray noted that the UDP’s current alliance has not provided the level of political support the…
The Forward Gambia Movement has once again demonstrated its commitment to unity and cohesion in national politics. Ambassador Essa Bokar Sey, addressing colleagues of the Movement, commended the recent initiative by His Excellency Lord Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda, the coalition’s flag bearer, who shared a video on the Coalition Leaders’ WhatsApp group. The video, produced…
His Excellency President Adama Barrow has concluded an official visit to the Republic of Guinea at the invitation of His Excellency President Mamadi Doumbouya. The visit reaffirmed the cordial relations between The Gambia and Guinea and focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Prior to the signing of the Joint Communiqué, the…
