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Strengthening Gambia’s immunization programmes!
The Point
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However, in spite of the above fact, The Gambia is one of the few countries in the sub region that continues to register a positive track record when it comes to effective and efficient immunization programmes. Around the sub-region, The Gambia...
PURA’s action prioritizes the interests of GSM companies over welfare of Gambian people
The Point
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What we are now witnessing is a manufactured narrative that appears designed to justify an intervention which benefits operators rather than consumers. On August 8th, a media article titled “PURA must act to restore sanity in telecoms sector as...
Farmers applaud Barrow’s tractor initiative as boost for Gambian agriculture
The Point
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The beneficiaries, drawn from farming communities in all regions, described the initiative as a transformative moment for Gambian agriculture. Many referred to the delivery of the tractors as a “game-changer” that will significantly enhance crop...
ITC hosts capacity building programme for emerging Gambian artistes
The Point
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Speaking at the closing ceremony, Mr Yusupha Keita, Country Director of the ITC, expressed confidence that the participants had immersed themselves in understanding the business of art from music production and branding to financial literacy and...
New Foreign Minister Njie Positions Gambia for Japanese Partnership in Agriculture, Education, & Technology
The Fatu Network
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August 22, 2025
- Advertisement - Written by: Seringe S.T. Touray The Gambia’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Hon. Sering Modou Njie, has held talks with Japan’s Foreign Minister during the Ninth Tokyo...
Enhancing revenue generation in The Gambia
The Point
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However, the scope of such tax collection can be widened and sometimes to cushion its effects on the purchasing power of the people and investment possibilities for the country. For instance, knowing the current situation of the global petroleum...
Laidlaw, IE Foundations extend scholarship to Gambian women
The Point
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The Laidlaw Foundation and IE Business School, thanks to the support of the IE Foundation, have joined forces in a joint commitment to advance the education and advancement of extraordinary women committed to ethical leadership and global impact....
Gambia’s Political Landscape in Flux as Poll Shows Waning Support for Barrow, Darboe
The Fatu Network
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August 21, 2025
- Advertisement - By Hadram Hydara A new opinion poll indicates a profound challenge for The Gambia’s established political leaders, with both President Adama Barrow and main opposition figure Ousainou Darboe facing significant public scepticism...
Gambia College Basse Annex Students Raise Hygiene Concerns, Alleged Management Flaws
The Fatu Network
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August 21, 2025
- Advertisement - By: Dawda Baldeh Students of the Gambia College Basse Annex have raised serious hygiene concerns and management flaws within their dormitory, calling for urgent action to address the situation. - Advertisement - Speaking to The...
Gambia Armed Forces Dismiss Seven Officers Over Serious Misconduct
The Fatu Network
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August 21, 2025
- Advertisement - Written by: Seringe ST Touray The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) has dismissed seven personnel following an internal investigation that uncovered serious breaches of discipline, integrity, and national security obligations. -...
EU, CRS Lead Disability-Inclusive Education Drive in Gambia
The Voice Gambia
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August 22, 2025
By: Fatou Krubally The Catholic Relief Services (CRS), in partnership with the European Union and national disability organisations, Thursday convened a quarterly stakeholders’ workshop. This is geared towards reviewing progress in the...
Gambia’s landmark FGM case, baby’s death ignites a national reckoning
The Standard Gambia
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August 21, 2025
- Advertisement - In a small village in The Gambia’s Central River Region, the cries of a newborn were silenced, not by malaria or any of the child killer diseases, often blamed for high infant mortality. On August 10, 2025, the beautiful...
GAMBIA TO HOST AFRICAN U-18 YOUTH VOLLEYBALL TOURNEY
The Standard Gambia
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August 21, 2025
- Advertisement - The Gambia Volleyball Federation is gearing up to host the Confederation of African Volleyball, CAVB’s U18 youth development cup championship. A statement from the Gambia Volleyball Federation said 12 countries across Africa will...
Gambian embassy in D.C. issues fresh travel warnings
The Point
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According to the United States Embassy in Banjul, it is pertinent to note that “citizens already issued with the U.S. visa only allows them to travel to a United States port of entry and request permission to enter the country.” The Gambia Embassy...
Gambia not among UK’s ‘deport now, appeal later’ rule
The Point
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However, following a recent high profile case involving various Gambians accused of suspected “people-smuggling” many are concerned that the country could be included. Additionally, a new list of countries released few days ago as well as reports...
Gambia a leader in immunization services across sub-region - Says WHO Country Rep
The Point
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Dr. Nathan Bakyaita made these remarks on Wednesday during a day’s capacity building training for members of the National Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NITAG) held at Ocean Bay, Cape Point. He added; "We plan to keep that position and if...
Gambia, UN Launch Security Sector Reform Drive to Consolidate Peace
The Voice Gambia
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August 20, 2025
By: Fatou Krubally The Government of The Gambia and UN agencies Tuesday opened a two-day stakeholder engagement forum on Security Sector Reform (SSR). This aimed at strengthening accountable, rights-based, and gender-responsive security...
Gambia Participates trains journalists to counter false propaganda & misinformation
The Point
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At the opening ceremony, Marr Nyang, Executive Director of Gambia Participates, urged participants to apply the knowledge gained from the training in their daily work. He reminded that "those who are cooking propaganda, their main target is those...
SK Market PRO Urges Gambian Youth To Vote Wisely In 2026 Elections
The Voice Gambia
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August 21, 2025
By: Binta Jaiteh The Public Relations Officer of Serrekunda Market Committee, Sulayman Dampha, has called on Gambian youth to vote wisely in the upcoming 2026 Presidential Elections, urging them to consider the country’s future when casting their...
GRA’s Deputy CG Urges Gambians To Embrace ITAS Automated Tax System
The Voice Gambia
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August 21, 2025
By: Binta Jaiteh Ensa Jallow, the Deputy Commissioner General of the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) has called on all Gambians to embrace the soon-to-be-launched Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS). This is a digital platform designed to...