The Minister for Communications and Digital Economy, Hon. Lamin Jabbi, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, addressed concerns in the National Assembly over high mobile data prices, confirming that the revival of Comium under Monty Mobile has increased competition and significantly reduced tariffs for Gambians. Responding to a question from the Member for Banjul Central, the…
Former Vice President Fatoumata Jallow Tambajang has alleged that the failure of the Constitutional Review Commission (CRC) process was driven by President Adama Barrow’s desire to seek a third term in office. She made the remarks during a youth engagement forum at a local hotel in Kololi titled “A Chat with Youth Influencers”, where she…
The leader of Alliance for Progressive Citizens (APC), Modou Lamin Sima, has pledged to revitalize The Gambia’s economy if elected, focusing on job creation, local business promotion, and agricultural development. Modou Lamin Sima has formally accepted the APC flag-bearer mantle, pledging to lead with inclusivity, accountability, and a focus on progress. “Today marks the beginning…
The Republics of The Gambia and Indonesia have gone a notch higher in cementing cooperation between the two countries. The Foreign Ministries of both nations have signed a cooperation pact, covering strategic areas of development, emphasizing the need to reconvene a Second Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation (JCBC) in 2026 in Banjul. This is aimed…
The Gambia Chapter of Africa Missions Global has launched an AI Education App for Gambian students to embark on AI learning journey. In this direction, 1000 students across all schools in The Gambia have been offered the opportunity to register for the course paid for by Africa Missions Global (AMG). The launch of the AI…
President Adama Barrow has inaugurated the 84.5-kilometer Nuimi-Hakalang road, connecting settlements in Lower and Upper Nuimi and Jokadou districts in the North Bank Region. This road project is expected to significantly enhance connectivity and economic activity across the region. The road’s completion ends “decades of brutal hardship” for residents, who previously took treacherous journeys on…
Germany has committed €49 million (₦82 billion) to support the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in advancing peace, security, health, and economic development across the region. The agreement follows bilateral development cooperation talks held on November 4–5, 2025, at the ECOWAS Commission Headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. The renewed commitment underscores Germany’s long-standing partnership…
Power Electric Satellite Solar and Supply Installation (PESSSI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with CorpsAfrica–The Gambia to expand access to clean water, renewable energy, and sustainable infrastructure across rural communities. The agreement marks a major step in strengthening community-driven development, beginning with the rehabilitation and installation of boreholes and solar-powered systems in selected…
The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) has successfully held a nationwide capacity-building workshop on lobbying and advocacy skills, training over 200 stakeholders from various regions and organisations. The program themed, “Advocacy Playbook: Demand Rights and Influence Policy,” aimed to empower participants to engage in strategic advocacy and lobbying to promote inclusion and defend participatory…
His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, has affirmed he is ready to continue working with U.S. President Donald Trump to build a solid foundation for bilateral ties, and create a sound atmosphere for the development of both countries. President Xi Jinping made this assurance on Thursday 30 October 2025 as…
