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The Information Commission, in partnership with the United Nations System in The Gambia, has launched a three-day capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening the ability of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to promote transparency, accountability and informed citizen participation in the country.
Sep 25, 2026 • Makutu Manneh
The International Trade Centre (ITC), in collaboration with the European Union (EU) and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has launched a three-day workshop aimed at developing The Gambia's first comprehensive policy framework for the creative industries sector.
Sep 25, 2026 • Ismaila Sonko
The Executive Director of Basse Got Talent, Muhammed Kargbo, has returned to The Gambia after successfully completing a two-week seminar in China focused on youth participation in the development of bamboo-related industries.
Sep 25, 2026 • Kawunding Camara in Basse, URR
The Kombo East Alkalos Association, in collaboration with the Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Students' Association (AESSA), recently conducted a major tree-planting exercise at the Faraba Campus of the University of The Gambia as part of efforts to promote environmental sustainability and climate resilience.
Sep 25, 2026 • Ali Jaw
Hon. Kebba Dampha, Youth Parliamentarian for Niamina West Constituency, has called on young people, political actors, supporters, media practitioners, social media users and citizens across The Gambia to exercise restraint and promote responsible speech ahead of the December 5 presidential election.
Sep 24, 2026 • Isatou Ceesay Bah
The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the operational readiness, professional and career development opportunities, and welfare of its personnel. Staff Officer Operations and Training at the Republican National Guard, Major Shering Jallow, said the Ministry of Defence, Defence Headquarters and other stakeholders would continue working together to improve the living and working conditions of troops while strengthening training opportunities.
Sep 24, 2026 • Adama Jallow
Mr Edi Njie, a distinguished Gambian civil engineer and water resources specialist, has been recognised for decades of professional service and contributions to the development of the country’s infrastructure. Njie’s professional journey, which began in the Public Works Department in 1956, spans engineering, water resources management, hydrology, coastal protection and infrastructure development.
Sep 24, 2026
The Walimang Foundation for Educational Support on Tuesday donated 100 school bags to needy pupils at Pirang Lower and Upper Basic School, Kulor Lower Basic School, Bonto Lower Basic School and Faraba Banta Lower Basic School.
Sep 23, 2026 • Bekai Njie
A delegation from the Beach Harcourt Club in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on Friday paid a courtesy call on officials of The Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard) at the Board’s conference room in Bijilo, as part of broader efforts to promote regional tourism and investment.
Sep 23, 2026 • Sheriff JANKO
ActionAid International The Gambia has called for a stronger focus on agricultural investment, food security and climate resilience in its engagement with the National Assembly’s Select Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development on the implementation of the Maputo Declaration.
Sep 23, 2026 • Jankey Ceesay
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Women in Liberation and Leadership (WILL) have launched a new initiative to support aspiring women politicians through capacity building and intergenerational leadership ahead of The Gambia’s 2027 National Assembly and Local Government elections.
Sep 23, 2026
Young people, women’s groups and civil society organisations under the banner of Global Platform The Gambia on Saturday staged a climate justice march and presented a set of demands to the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources, as part of activities marking the Global Week of Climate Action.
Sep 22, 2026 • Rohey Samba
The Director of Caritas-Gambia has described peace as not merely the absence of war, but the presence of human dignity, dialogue, reconciliation, compassion, opportunity, justice and respect for human rights.
Sep 22, 2026 • Adama Jallow
Iqra International, a UK-based volunteer-driven organization working with adolescents across West Africa, on Friday extended its humanitarian support to the community of Banjul with the donation of sewing machines and wheelchairs.
Sep 22, 2026 • Sheriff JANKO
Delegates from more than 33 countries will gather in The Gambia next week as the country hosts the 2026 TabitalPulaaku International General Assembly, with organisers expressing confidence in the nation's readiness to stage a successful global Fulbe congress.
Sep 21, 2026 • Rohey Samba
ActionAid International The Gambia has called for increased investment in organic fertiliser and agroecological farming practices as farmers continue to grapple with rising production costs and limited access to essential agricultural inputs.
Sep 21, 2026 • Jankey Ceesay
Sep 21, 2026
The Gambia Immigration Department's (GID) Border Patrol Unit (BPU) has conducted a community sensitisation campaign in the North Bank Region aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of irregular migration and transnational organised crime.
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