The Centre for Policy, Research and Strategic Studies (CepRass) has launched its project “Assessing and Strengthening Democracy in The Gambia: Building a Representative and Accountable Government,” funded by the National Endowment for Democracy (NED). The event brought together stakeholders from various sectors, including political parties, government institutions, civil society, and the diplomatic corps. Keynote speakers…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has endorsed a groundbreaking training policy aimed at transforming its Standby Force into a fully operational mechanism for peace support operations and regional security. This milestone was achieved during a two-day high-level Governmental Experts’ Validation Meeting held from 16 to 17 July 2025 in Abuja, Nigeria. Organised…
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…
The National Assembly of The Gambia in Banjul Tuesday hosted members of the University of The Gambia Students Union Legislative Body (UTGSULB) in a pioneering collaboration effort to ensure student leadership development. The UTGSU-LB, comprised of representative students from the twelve schools and faculties in the UTG, is tasked with addressing student welfare issues. The…
