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FAO donates tablets to boost fisheries data collection in Gambia
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (281+ words) May 15, 2026, 1: 17 PM | Article By: Modou Kanteh The presentation ceremony took place at the ministry's headquarters on Marina Parade, Banjul, with officials from both the ministry and FAO in attendance. The devices are intended for use by extension workers in the…...
Africa'China seminar strengthens intellectual cooperation in Gambia - The Point
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (296+ words) May 15, 2026, 1: 11 PM | Article By: Mariama Darboe The seminar, held at the University of The Gambia Kanifing Campus, brought together academics, journalists and professionals to discuss the evolving relationship between Africa and China beyond trade and infrastructure development. Discussions explored themes…...
TAKE-M heightens Gambia Students" IQ with spelling competition
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (378+ words) May 15, 2026, 11: 29 AM | Article By: Osman Kargbo Held at the Longman Memorial Methodist School in Brikama, the competition showcased the talent and academic knowledge and skills of students as they engaged in a stiff spelling competition, in which each would pick…...
Horn of Africa activists demand justice as conflict-related sexual violence escalates
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (1101+ words) May 15, 2026, 11: 44 AM | Article By: Isatou Ceesay Bah The concerns were raised on Tuesday during a high-level side event titled "From Survival to Structural Change: Solidifying the Path to Justice and Accountability for Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in the Horn of Africa,…...
Women and Society: From Saving Mothers to Shaping Futures: Dr Jarjusey's mission for better women's healthcare
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (1116+ words) May 15, 2026, 1: 01 PM | Article By: Isatou Ceesay Bah For Dr Fatoumatta Jarjusey, medicine was never just a profession it was a calling rooted in service, compassion, and a determination to improve the lives of women and children across The Gambia. Today,…...
GPU raises alarm over press freedom challenges at ACHPR session
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (284+ words) May 15, 2026, 11: 56 AM | Article By: Isatou Ceesay Bah However, the Union warned that journalists continue to face intimidation, arrests, assaults and restrictive laws that undermine media independence and freedom of expression. The Union also highlighted the ongoing defamation case against Kebba…...
Audit exposes missing millions in NA constituency development fund
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (390+ words) May 14, 2026, 11: 30 AM | Article By: Jankey Ceesay The Auditor General's report revealed that project proposals and activities worth over GMD2. 6 million were carried out without endorsement or approval from the Office of the Clerk, despite the National Assembly being the contracting authority…...
UTG Pan-African students condemn xenophobic attacks in South Africa
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (223+ words) May 14, 2026, 11: 47 AM | Article By: Ali Jaw PANASA lamented what it described as the erosion of the spirit of "Ubuntu" the African philosophy of shared humanity and togetherness which once symbolised South Africa's moral leadership during and after the anti-apartheid struggle....
LGCI chair flags governance failures as final report submitted to Barrow
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (144+ words) May 14, 2026, 11: 05 AM | Article By: Makutu Manneh The inquiry reviewed testimony from 387 witnesses, including current and former council staff, finance and procurement officers, contractors, beneficiaries, and officials from oversight bodies. It was also supported by financial statements, audit reports, procurement files,…...
HWPL workshop urges Journalists to embrace peace reporting
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (297+ words) May 14, 2026, 11: 37 AM | Article By: Ismaila Sonko The event focused on the growing role of journalism in shaping public perception and encouraging constructive responses to conflict and social division. Three journalists who contributed to Volume 4 of the Journal HWPL Peace Journalism…...