Africa Gambia 350 out of 600 contract workers of national telecoms company Gamtel/Gamcel claimed they are yet to receive the compensation benefits granted under the restructuring and privatization of the company, despite World Bank provided US$4,6 million funds
Africa Gambia The National Council for Civic Education completed its nationwide civic and electoral sensitisation programme; themed “Empowering Citizens, Strengthening Democracy Through Peace-building” the initiative covered five regions in four days
Africa Gambia Namibia will open a diplomatic representation in The Gambia the first time; according to both countries, the honorary consulate will be a step towards strengthening diplomatic, economic and people-to-people relations
Africa Gambia At the Gambia Revenue Authority Annual Taxpayers’ Award Ceremony, Jah Multi Industries has been named importer of the Year at the 2026, earning recognition for its consistent compliance and contribution to The Gambia’s domestic revenue base
Africa Gambia In preparation for the 2026 elections, journalists and civil society players are receiving specialised training to help them detect and counter misinformation before it fuels tension and confusion
Africa Gambia President Barrow inaugurated a D1.2 billion ($17 million) road project in Kiang West, underlining that it will improve connectivity, facilitate trade, ease transport of goods and people, and boost local economic activity
Africa Gambia Press Union called an emergency meeting to take a unified position on the much debated licensing and accrediting of journalists and content creators; regulations for public consultations were published without notice for stakeholders to be able to engage
Africa Gambia A planned electoral boundary reform sparked gerrymandering concerns, with opposition accusing the ruling National People's Party of redrawing constituencies to favor pro-government areas, while authorities say changes reflect population shifts
Africa Gambia A special court dedicated to handling sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) cases will be established in the Gambia, marking a landmark development in the country’s justice system
Africa Gambia The Belt and Road cooperation plan was signed with China to align development strategies, expand infrastructure, trade and investment projects aiming to boost connectivity, economic growth and long-term development cooperation
Africa Gambia The fight against corruption should be a top national priority, affirmed the Centre for Policy Research and Strategic Studies CepRass, warning that persistent graft threatens economic growth and public trust in institutions
Africa Gambia Hope for Health Foundation has been launched; focusing on preventive care and supporting local health workers to serve communities more effectively and sustainably, it will guarantee better, sooner access to care especially in underprivileged environments
Africa Gambia The Gambia Tobacco Industry Monitoring Team completed a capacity-building refreshment to strengthen surveillance and intelligence sharing of industry activities as the country intensifies safeguard of public health policies from industry interference