The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr Omar Alieu Touray, has reaffirmed the regional bloc’s commitment to supporting The Gambia’s Transitional Justice process, pledging continued political and technical assistance to ensure the implementation of the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission (TRRC) recommendations. Dr Touray made the assurance earlier this week, during a courtesy visit…
The Albert Academy Alumni Association (AAAA) The Gambia Chapter held its official execution launching on Sunday 26 October 2025 at Kasumai Hotel Resort Garden at the Bijilo Ocean Front. The historic launching of the AAAA-The Gambia Chapter was coincidentally held at a time the school was doing its 121 Anniversary Thanksgiving service at the King…
Mahmud Lamin Jawla, the Executive Director of the National Sports Council (NSC), has said that the government is committed to strengthening sports in the country. Mr. Jawla highlighted that the government aims to achieve this by establishing the necessary tangible infrastructure, where young athletes can practice, perform, and refine their skills and talents. Mr. Jawla…
The Gambia government recently joined the United Kingdom through the British High Commission to the Gambia to formally celebrate the birthday of His Majesty King Charles III. The occasion was organised by the British High Commission in The Gambia in the form of a reception which brought together government officials, members of the diplomatic corps…
The deputy general manager of the Gambia Transport Service Company (GTSC) has disclosed that robust digitalisation strategy and expansion drive place the GTSC as one of the leading and most innovative transport companies in the sub-region. Mr. Ba Lamin Darboe made this remark duri ng an interview with this medium at his office in Kanifing….
The Government of The Gambia has refuted claims of a Memorandum of Understanding or promises for immunity for former president Yaya Jammeh, emphasising that Jammeh would be arrested and indicted in line with law any time he returns to The Gambia from exile. The disclosure by Government came on the sidelines of public state statements…
The European Union Delegation to The Gambia and the National Youth Parliament – The Gambia (NYP) have established the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). This initiative is part of the EU’s commitment to youth empowerment and participation in decision-making processes, as outlined in the EU Youth Strategy 2021-2027 and the Youth Action Plan in the European…
In a major boost for Gambian sports, the Cabinet has approved the National Sports Bill 2024, paving the way for its presentation at the National Assembly. The Bill, presented by Minister of Youth and Sports, Hon. Bakary Y. Badjie, introduces sweeping reforms to strengthen sports governance and development. Key provisions include transforming the National Sports…
The message of former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh’s planned return to The Gambia has sparked reactions and nationwide debate, with mixed emotions among the populace. Honourable Kebba Lang Fofana, the nominated member at the National Assembly called for caution, suggesting that ignoring Jammeh’s announcement might be worse than acknowledging him. This sentiment is echoed by…
In the Gambia, political drama continues unabated with ever more interesting episodes. On Saturday, we witnessed a massive welcome of UDP’s leader, Lawyer Ousainou Darboe. For a moment, the whole place was painted yellow, yet, less than 24 hours later, Kanilai became green as supporters of Jammeh converged in thousands to listen to an audio…
