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United States launches $930,000 Forensic Investigation Enhancement Project to strengthen Gambia's Justice System - The Point
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (118+ words) Chargé d'Affaires Robert Anderson delivered remarks at the launch event, underscoring the U.S. Government's support for The Gambia's efforts to deliver justice and accountability for victims and their families. "The United States is proud to support The Gambia as…...
Former envoys seek bigger role in shaping Gambia???s diplomacy
5+ day, 59+ min ago (775+ words) Ambassador Ebrima Ousman Ndure Addressing the gathering, Ambassador Ebrima Ousman Ndure, Chairman of the Interim Committee spearheading the initiative, stressed that retirement should not be viewed as withdrawal from public service. “Retirement does not mean retreat. Our expertise, networks and…...
Caritas Gambia trains communities to prevent political violence
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (459+ words) As The Gambia prepares for the 2026 Presidential Election, Caritas Gambia has intensified peacebuilding efforts focused on community mediation, conflict prevention, and social cohesion. The organization has launched a training program bringing together community members and key stakeholders to strengthen skills…...
Jammeh denies role in destabilizing Gambia
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (279+ words) Barrow and Jammeh v4 Former President Yahya Jammeh has released another audio statement, denying any role in destabilizing The Gambia and accusing the administration of misleading the international partners, and mismanaging the country’s oil resources. In the recording, Jammeh distanced himself…...
Hon Bah calls for gender equality at Heart of Africa???s Food Systems
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (510+ words) Modou Lamin B. Bah Addressing participants, the lawmaker said the challenges confronting Africa’s food systems could not be adequately addressed without tackling inequalities that continue to limit women’s access to land, finance, technology, markets and decision-making spaces. “You cannot fix Africa’s…...
Barrow in Guinea Conakry for working visit
1+ week, 4+ day ago (127+ words) President Adama Barrow departed yesterday for Conakry on a brief working visit. According to Guinea media, President Barrow was received at the airport by Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah, who was deputising for President Mamadi Doumbouya. Later, President Barrow and…...
I am disappointed with the results- says Colonel Musa Jammeh
1+ week, 5+ day ago (185+ words) The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) presidential aspirant, Colonel Musa Jammeh, has expressed his disappointment with the results of The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) presidential election. Colonel Jammeh was speaking to journalists shortly after losing to Kemo Ceesay in the GFF…...
Gambia validates New 10-Year STI Policy to drive jobs, innovation and climate resilience
1+ week, 6+ day ago (339+ words) The Gambia has validated its National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy 2027–2035 (NSTIP) and the STI Bill 2026, in a move aimed at turning science into a driver of economic growth and national development. The validation was presided over by Hon. Prof....
Caritas-Gambia intensifies efforts to prevent conflicts, reduce polarization amid 2026 elections
1+ week, 6+ day ago (364+ words) The training that seeks to facilitate engagement between communities and political actors to reduce polarization while Empowering youth and women to actively participate in peacebuilding and electoral processes commenced yesterday at the Governor's Office in West Coast Region and its…...
African nations can use the current crisis to build food systems that can take a hit. Kigali is where it comes together
2+ week, 3+ day ago (916+ words) Heads of state, agriculture and finance ministers and investors meet in Kigali from 31 August for the Africa Food Systems Forum, the continent's largest agricultural gathering. They arrive with an opportunity: to build a food system that holds up against what…...