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GPF announces ‘unprecedented promotion’ of nearly 4,000 officers

In a move described as unprecedented in the history of the Gambia Police Force (GPF), the institution has promoted close to 4,000 officers ranging from Police Constable to Assistant Superintendent of Police. The mass promotion, announced yesterday, show the promotion of a total number 3,618 officers. The promotion has been hailed as a landmark decision recognising the commitment and dedication of officers across the ranks. Many observers credit the development to the leadership of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Seedy Murtar Touray, whose stewardship has been praised for prioritising junior officers long overlooked in past exercises.

Sep 8, 2026

Gov’t to introduce ‘special court’ as land cases surge – Minister Bah

Land disputes account for nearly two‑thirds of all cases before Gambian courts, Lands Minister Hamat N.K. Bah has revealed, warning that unresolved property conflicts pose a grave threat to social stability.

Sep 8, 2026 • Ismaila Sonko

Power‑sharing rift splits opposition coalition

The All Peoples Party – Sobeyaa (APP‑Sobeyaa) has dramatically withdrawn from the APEX Coalition negotiations after failing to secure consensus on what it described as a previously settled power‑sharing arrangement.

Sep 8, 2026 • Ismaila Sonko

GTBank opens new Brikama Branch

Guaranty Trust Bank Gambia Limited (GTBank) on Monday unveiled its new purpose‑built Brikama branch in a colourful ceremony at Brikama Daruharu, opposite Jah Oil Fuel Station along the Trans‑Gambia Highway.

Sep 8, 2026 • Sheriff Janko

Jammeh denies role in destabilizing Gambia

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.

Sep 7, 2026

Gov't confirms reports of migrant boat incident, says identities not yet verified

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad has expressed "deep sadness" following reports of a boat incident involving migrants believed to have departed from The Gambia.

Sep 7, 2026

OIC legacy lives on as Barrow inaugurates 50km Urban Roads Project in Brufut

President Adama Barrow on Saturday inaugurated a 50-kilometre Urban Roads Project in Brufut, describing it as part of the lasting legacy of The Gambia’s hosting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, OIC, Summit in 2024. The project, covering Components 6, 9, and 20 under Lot 2, was implemented to improve mobility, enhance accessibility, and support economic activity in urban communities.

Sep 7, 2026 • Landing Ceesay

NAWEC blames power crisis on rising consumption, fuel challenges

NAWEC Public Relations Officer Buba Badjie has attributed the country’s recent power shortages to rising electricity consumption, fuel challenges and the full integration of the national power grid.

Sep 7, 2026 • Ismaila Sonko

Hon Bah calls for gender equality at Heart of Africa’s Food Systems

Banjul North Member of Parliament Modou Lamin B. Bah has called on African governments to place women at the centre of efforts to transform the continent’s food systems, arguing that Africa cannot achieve food security and sustainable economic growth without addressing persistent gender inequalities. Bah made the call while speaking at a thematic plenary on “Cultivating Equality, Harvesting Growth in Food Systems” at the Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali, Rwanda.

Sep 7, 2026 • Isatou Ceesay Bah

Senegalese Tourism Professionals Impressed by Gambia’s Eco-Tourism Potential

Senegalese tourism professionals visiting The Gambia on a familiarisation tour have expressed strong impressions of the country’s tourism attractions, particularly its growing potential for eco-tourism and nature-based experiences. The delegation, led by Youssouph Diallo, President of the Collective des Acteurs du Tourisme au Sénégal (CATS), is in The Gambia for a week-long educational familiarisation tour organised by the Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard).

Sep 7, 2026 • Yunus S Saliu

NCCE calls for calm, responsible political engagement

The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE), through its Chairman Momodou A. Sise, has reminded the public that the 1,694 objections lodged with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) are a normal administrative part of the electoral process. These objections, raised by political actors for determination by the revising court, should not be misconstrued as criminal indictments.

Sep 7, 2026 • Ismaila Sonko

Gambia migrates to 9-digit mobile numbers: Africell to expand number capacity to 100 million

Africell Gambia is set to expand its telephone numbering capacity from about 2.5 million to 100 million numbers, as the operator begins a major numbering migration on September 4, 2026. The expansion, according to Africell Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Hussein Diab, is being driven by the rapid growth of mobile phone usage in The Gambia and the near exhaustion of the country’s existing pool of telephone numbers.

Sep 4, 2026 • Makutu Manneh

PURA: Gambia transitions to 9-digit mobile numbers today

Starting Friday September 4th 2026, The Gambia will begin transitioning to 9-digit mobile numbers. The new 9-digit format; Africell 87 + your existing number. For example, my number is 7677033 now from September 4th, it will be 877677033

Sep 4, 2026

WADR Forum: Gambia’s reforms must translate into public trust, speakers say

The West Africa Democracy Radio convened a Democracy and Governance Forum in Banjul this week to assess progress and challenges in The Gambia’s political, judicial and security reforms ahead of the December 2026 presidential election. Held under the theme “The Gambia's Political, Judicial and Security Reforms: Progress, Challenges and Recommendations”, the forum is part of WADR’s project “Voices for Democracy and Freedom in West Africa”, supported by the National Endowment for Democracy.

Sep 4, 2026 • Landing Ceesay

Sabally urges stricter rules for party registration

Special Presidential Adviser and National People’s Party (NPP) National Youth President Momodou Sabally has called on the Gambian government to strengthen the eligibility criteria for political party registration and candidacy in national elections.

Sep 4, 2026 • Ismaila Sonko

FAO, Agric ministry launch projects to boost youth, women in agribusiness

The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Security, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), has launched two initiatives aimed at strengthening youth and women’s participation in The Gambia’s agrifood sector. The projects - the Innovative Approaches for Responsible Investment and Business Conduct in Tropical Fruit Value Chains, and Empowering Youth in Responsible Agricultural Investment – Agri-Accelerator 2.0 - were launched on Tuesday, 1 September 2026, at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre.

Sep 4, 2026 • Isatou Ceesay Bah

President Xi calls on SCO leaders to prioritize development and foster universal security

His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of The People’s Republic of China, has called on heads of states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to prioritize development and security to usher in a future of shared prosperity and foster an environment of universal security. President Xi made this call on Tuesday 1 September 2016 at the 26th Summit of the Council of Heads of State of the SCO, a summit held in Bishkek, capital of Kyrgyzstan.

Sep 4, 2026 • Adama Jallow

Matty Jobe unveiled as face of Gambia International Fashion Week 2026

The Gambia International Fashion Week held an official signing ceremony and public presentation of Matty Jobe as the new Face of GIFW 2026, in what organisers described as a key step for the growth of fashion, culture, and the creative industry in The Gambia. The ceremony, organised by GIFW in collaboration with the National Centre for Arts and Culture, marked the formal agreement appointing Jobe as Face of GIFW 2026. It also featured a symbolic handover alongside the outgoing Face of GIFW 2025.

Sep 4, 2026 • Landing Ceesay