United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Resident Representative to the Gambia Mandisa Mashologu has said The Gambia’s National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security is an important achievement which demonstrates the country’s commitment to unlocking the transformative power of younger people in building sustainable peace and development. Madam Mashologu was speaking during the launching of…
The Minister of Youth and Sports, Bakary Y. Badjie, has expressed firm belief that The Gambia’s hope for enduring peace, prosperity and progress depends on empowering the youth. When the energy, talent and resilience of the youth are strengthened, prosperity and progress for the nation is assured, Mr Badjie said while speaking at the launching…
The Debate Association, one of the key student associations at the University of The Gambia, Sunday embarked on a two-week tour across regions and communities in The Gambia. This year’s nationwide tour is being held on the theme ‘Empowering Young Voices for the Promotion of Sustainable Development’. Consisting of the leadership of the body, committee…
The Gambia Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (GCCPC) on Friday rallied journalists from major media outlets to expose them to its roles and functions, and to the necessary legal frameworks regulating competition in the business sector and protecting consumer rights. Over fifteen journalists from broadcast, electronic and print media participate in the training, held at…
Due to the recent suspension of USAID donor funds, Gambia urgently needs to reconsider how much it depends on funding government projects and civil society organizations. At this crucial time, the Government of Gambia (GoTG) should push for a more independent development strategy and is actively financing local projects. The abrupt halt of USAID funds…
The Chief Justice of The Gambia, Hassan B. Jallow, has reaffirmed that constitution is the most important legal instrument for any nation. “When properly crafted it can provide an enduring framework for effective government, for good governance, for peace and for socio-economic progress,” the Chief Justice said yesterday at the opening of the legal year…
The Gambia Police Force has made significant progress in its investigation into a recent armed robbery in Banjul, leading to the arrest of the suspects. They have also maintained efforts to bring all perpetrators to justice. The armed robbery case was reported at the Banjul Police Station following an attack on El Hella Shop, located…
The chief of defence staff Mamat O. Cham has earnestly commended the University of The Gambia Debate Association recognising that engagements which foster dialogue and healthy discussions strengthen civil-military relations. CDS Cham made this statement at the weekend at receiving in audience a delegation from the UTGDA. Civil-military relations refers to the relations between members…
The Presidential Adviser under the Barrow-led administration, Momodou Sabally, has pledged his support to the University of The Gambia Debate Association during a courtesy visit to his office. The visit by the UTGDA delegation is part of campaigns and support-seeking initiatives to hold a fruitful Vice Chancellor’s Debate Championship for 2025. Mr Sabally, a former…
The Gambia Immigration Department has set its revenue target for 2025 at two hundred million dalasis or more, according to the commissioner of finance Karalang Jarju. The GID finance commissioner disclosed that the GID is aiming to come up with a number of strategic initiatives to that effect. Commissioner Jarju was speaking at a press…
