“The Dilemma of African Countries Remains the Attainment of Economic Independence,”- President Adama Barrow
By: Christian Conteh
President Adama Barrow has said that one of the major challenges the African continent (this includes The Gambia) faces is the attainment of economic independence...
‘Nigerian Air Strike’ Kills Seven Children In Niger
Seven children have been killed in Niger in an air strike by the Nigerian army targeting "bandits", a local governor and state media have said.
Five more were...
Escaped In USA: Cruise Ship Crew Gambia On A Man Haunt For Jamanty Sanneh
By Dawda Baldeh
Cruise Ship Crew Gambia is on a man haunt for Jamanty Sanneh, a young Gambian and native of Kwinella in the Lower River Region who...
Gambia Teacher’ Union Calls Off Industrial Action: Urge Teachers to Return to Work Immediately
The Gambia Teacher' Union has called off an industrial action it started and urged teachers to return to work immediately.
This came after the government paid their outstanding...
‘For Failure to Meet the Required Standard’: CAF Slams Ban on Gambia’s Independence Stadium
By: Christian Conteh
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has slammed a ban on Gambia’s Independence Stadium ‘for not meeting the required standard to host CAF A Type...
“Adequate Blood Bags Are Available in Health Facilities Across the Country”-Gambia’s Health Ministry Assures.
Gambia’s Ministry of Health has in a press statement dated 19th February 2022, refuted claims on social media that indicate there is a shortage of blood bags...
Buhari Seeks Europe Leaders’ Support for AU Measures Against Coups
Nigerian President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Thursday in Brussels, Belgium, called for stronger support from the European Union in condemning and imposing weighty sanctions on...
“The Future Belongs to Those Who Prepare For It”- President Barrow Encourages Students To...
By: Dawda Baldeh
The President of the Republic of The Gambia Adama Barrow has said that the future belongs to those who prepare for it and urged students...
‘To Heal the Wounds of the Past and Move Toward a More Just Society,”-...
By: Christian Conteh
As Gambia celebrates its 57th Anniversary of Independence the United States Government has encouraged the Gambian Government to continue the work of its Truth, Reconciliation,...
US Government Congratulates The People Of The Gambia On Their 57th Anniversary of Independence.
Americas Secretary of State Antony J. Blinke has on behalf of the Government and people of America congratulated People Of The Gambia On Their 57th Anniversary of...
Mali Conflict: Macron Announces Troops To Leave After Nine Years
The troops have been involved in the fight against Islamist militants in the country since 2013.
Mr Macron said the decision to leave followed a breakdown in diplomatic...
Education Ministry Explains Teachers Strike, Discloses Payment of Covid-19 Allowances
By Maimouna Bah
Gambia’s Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has in a press conference held on Thursday 17 February 2022 explained the reason for the recent strike...
First Lady Fatima Bio, Dr. Sylvia Blyden: Sisterhood Beyond Politics
On Valentine’s Day, Monday 14th February 2022, First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone Madam Fatima Bio and opposition strongwoman Dr. Sylvia Olayinka Blyden met and...
Matter Between IG Vs Nenneh Freda Gomez Proceeds to Hearing
By: Christian Conteh
His Worship Magistrate Muhammed Krubally has ruled that the matter between the Inspector General (IG), (for the state) and Nenneh Freda Gomez (first accused) and...
Water And Power Disruption: NAWEC Warns Against Cutting Of Power Plant Cables
By Amara Thoronka
Gambia’s National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) has warned people engaging in the cutting of their power plant cables to desist from doing so as...
Banjul City Mayor Flaunts Awarding 200 Scholarships to Youth Pursuing Tertiary Education As One...
The Lord Mayor of Banjul City Council (BCC) Rohey Malick Lowe has flaunted her act of awarding scholarships to two hundred youth in Banjul who wish to...
Gambia To Replace 1950 Pension Act with Public Service Pensions Bill
By: Christian Conteh
The Gambia is set to replace the moribund 1950 Pension Act with a more updated Public Service Pensions Bill. This was adduced from the announcement...
“Our Buildings And Gardens Were Destroyed Without Prior Notice” – Tanji Lamsar Residents
By Maimouna Bah
On Wednesday 16th February 2022 the people of Tanji Lamsar community were awakened by a demolition exercise of their buildings.
Speaking to Fatu Network, residents said...
History Made: First Woman Cured Of HIV After Stem Cell Transplant
A patient with leukaemia in the United States has become the first woman and the third person to date to be cured of HIV after receiving a stem cell...
Fuel Queues In Nigeria After Dirty Petrol Quarantined
Nigeria, Africa’s top oil producer, is experiencing an acute shortage of fuel, which is causing huge disruption across the country.
People are waiting at petrol stations for several...
