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Three more men in police custody in connection with Kerr Mot Ali Arson attack

Police have arrested three more men, including one Senegalese national, in connection with the Kerr Mot Ali arson attack. The police are investigating an arson attack in May that destroyed several homes in Kerr Mot Ali in the central river region. The three men, Sagarr Ceesay Secka, Momodou Habiboulie Secka, and Abdou Ceesay are being held at the Bansang police station and are expected to be brought before the courts. Sagarr Ceesay Secka, a Senegalese national from Kerr man village is accused of being the ring leader behind the arson attack. Fourteen other men pleaded not guilty in May and were remanded in custody while police continue their investigations

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President Barrow to Receive Diplomatic Presentations

Media AdvisoryHis Excellency, Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia, will tomorrow, Tuesday, 14th June 2022, receive several diplomatic representatives from different parts of the globe. In this regard, the Office of the President invites accredited media to cover the presentation of Letters of Credence starting at 9:00 A.M. Those invited must confirm their attendance by the close of work today.The Office of the President will strictly observe the dress code for accredited media.  

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AGRIC MINISTRY STRIVES EFFORTS TO BOOST 2022 CROPPING SEASON

The government of the Gambia through support from the world bank funded project entitled ‘Gambia inclusive resilient agriculture value chain development project – (GIRAV) has officially handed over 50 metric tons of certified maize and 200 metric tons of certified rice seeds to the department of agriculture for delivery to the farming communities across the country.   This intervention, Demba Sabally the minister for Agriculture said, is in line with his ministry’s transformation agenda. The initiative is aimed at supporting the farmers to timely access certified seeds of improved varieties and reduce the cost of purchase and reliability of seeds. GIRAV project is formulated by the Gambia government and World Bank as part of efforts to address the challenges hampering the agriculture sector and overall national development targets. The World Bank has provided a grant of 40 million us dollars to the Gambia to fund the five-year project which aims to support agriculture value chain development.  Minister Sabally and partners from the World Bank presided over the launch and handing-over ceremony which was attended by Regional Agriculture directors, farmers, and coordinators of various Agriculture projects.  

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Tourism sector benefit from more COVID relief funds

The Gambia Red Cross Society in collaboration with the Spanish Red Cross disbursed over nineteen million dalasis to four hundred and fifteen individuals and eight selected associations of the tourism industry. The cash donation was part of a European Union covid-19 project. The Minister of Tourism and Culture Hamat N.K Bah thanked the EU and other partners for extending assistance to the informal tourism sector in the form of business training and cash grants.The president of the Gambia Red Cross Society, Jato Sillah, said the assistance is meant to improve the socio-economic situation of members of the tourism informal sector.The Project Manager, Spanish Red Cross, Carla Sala, referred to a study that revealed that most sectors of the economy showed some degree of recovery except the informal tourism sector which remained stagnant. She said recovery is crucial to provide sustainability and resilience in confronting any other unexpected event. The Secretary-General of the Gambia Red Cross Society, Alasan Senghore, said the GRCS is committed to delivering humanitarian assistance to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of people.The ITC Representative in the Gambia, Raimund Moser, said the project is relevant, to the tourism sector because it was heavily affected by covid-19.The EU Ambassador to The Gambia, Corrado Pampaloni, said the EU outlined this program of assistance to help the tourism sector rebuild its infrastructure, which is seriously affected by the slowdown in tourist arrivals and enable members to restart and diversify their activities. The President of the Craft Markets Federation Gibril Sanyang who spoke on behalf of the beneficiaries assured the donors that the funds would be put to good use.

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Massive oil spillage clean up underway at Mandinary

A 1.7m-Dalasi exercise to clear oil spillage in the river near Mandinary is underway following heavy fuel oil spillage at the Gam Petroleum depot in Mandinaring. This was announced at a joint press conference hosted by regulatory agencies tasked to look into the incident that occurred while a vessel, MT ST Sturla, was discharging heavy fuel oil at the Gam Petroleum depot in Mandinari. The agencies confirmed that a significant amount of oil spilled into the river and washed up on the coast. The vessel is reported to have discharged 1,501 tonnes of Heavy Fuel Oil, 1,430 tonnes of which were received by Gam Petroleum. Inspectors from the Public Utility Authority, the National Environment Agency, and the Gambia Maritime Administration are involved in the assessment of the damage. 

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Police temporarily lift ban on Commercial Tricycles

The Gambia Police Force has issued a statement allowing Tricycles (TukTuk) as commercial vehicles back on the roads. The three-wheel vehicles are allowed to ply the roads until the end of the year when their commercial license will expire. The mostly yellow-coloured tricycles were impounded following what the police say was an operation to decongest the roads and minimise accidents. The police backtracked after realising that the tricycles were wrongly issued with a commercial license and have taken the decision not to issue commercial licenses to tricycles anymore. The lifting of the ban is on condition that no tricycle will be allowed to ply the Westfield - Tabokoto, Westfield - Tippa Garage, to Sukuta Jabang Traffic Lights Road from 0700am to 7 pm daily.

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President Barrow Reaffirms His Commitment to the Success of the Transitional Programme

President Adama Barrow, Friday, 10th June 2022, received the US Deputy Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Michael Gonzales at the State House in Banjul. The two held a long discussion about the Government’s reform programme and development priorities.President Barrow expressed commitment to support the transitional programmes for institutional and political reforms. The President assured Mr Gonzale that while his Government stands to ensure the implementation of the TRRC, CRC, and the institutional programmes, he called on partners to provide the necessary support. The President reiterated that together with all stakeholders, they would ensure justice, peace, reparation, and reconciliation prevail in the country. Mr Gonzales congratulated President Barrow on the country’s “free and fair” Presidential and National Assembly elections. He said the Gambian people had spoken clearly and now want the President to deliver on his promises. Gonzales pledged that The Gambia and the US would continue cooperating, highlighting developments between the two countries, particularly with the Millennium Challenge Corporation and USAID. He said his office would work with the US Embassy in Banjul to continue to support The Gambia’s development agenda.Gonzales was accompanied to the State House by the US Ambassador to Banjul, Sharon L. Cromer, and other embassy staff.  

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Gina Bass is African Champion

Gina Bass, Gambia's sensational sprinter wins the 100m race at the ongoing African Senior athletics competition in Mauritius. She clocks a national record of 11.6 secs. Meanwhile, the female relay team has qualified for The 4 x100 women's relay in the same competition with a winning time of 45:40 sec.

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Gambia lost to Congo Brazzaville

The scorpions of the Gambia suffered a one-nil defeat in Brazzaville in their second game of the 2023 Africa cup of nations qualifiers. The Scorpions who were on the back of a one-nil victory against South Sudan in their first game were hoping for a second win against Congo who lost four zero to Mali in their first game. Antoine Makoumbou scored a 74th-minute screamer from outside the box to earn Congo the three points. The Scorpions will now wait until September when they will travel to Mali for the third game before hosting Mali again in the fourth round in the same month.  

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The Gambia participates in world volleyball championship

The Gambia men's beach volleyball team will leave on Wednesday for Rome for the global championship. The Gambia is in Pool A where they play against host Italy, Argentina, and world champions in Brazil.

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Unidentified corpses at EFTH mortuary to be buried in mass grave

Mass burial is to be held for fifty unidentified bodies at the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital mortuary in Banjul. The principal public relations officer of the Hospital, Kebba Sanneh, said some of the bodies have been kept for many years. He said the hospital is already in talks with the police and the Banjul City Council, for a mass burial of the bodies kept at the hospital’s mortuary. Mr. Sanneh said the public would be informed once a date for the burial is finalised. The PRO indicated that the corps pose no health or environmental hazard to patients or staff at the hospital. He however admitted that the increase in the number of corpses over a long period is becoming a challenge to the hospital.

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World Bank Group launch second Economic Update report for the Gambia

The World Bank Country Director Nathan M. Belete, has said that the Gambia’s economy recovered in 2020 after it was hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic 2020. Mr. Belete was addressing government officials, researchers, and World Bank officials at a gathering that discussed the country’s economic outlook, the structural reforms needed, and the development challenges. In its report published on Monday, the world bank says the Gambia performed better initially than in previous years after the global travel ban of 2020. It says lockdown measures initially caused job losses and food insecurity, but poverty levels are estimated to have fallen in 2021 as a result of pandemic-related support. The report on the Economic update indicates inflation is expected to stay high in the medium term, eroding household incomes, as global supply disruptions and high commodity prices continue. The services sector is projected to grow by 7.2 percent in 2022. Agriculture should grow by 2.0 percent in 2022, assuming favourable weather, and industrial output by 4.9 percent in 2022. On the demand side, remittances are expected to continue supporting private consumption and investment in construction and improve the external position. GDP growth is expected to rise to 6.2 percent in 2023 (3.3 percent per capita) and to 6.5 percent in 2024 (3.6 percent per capita). The Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Seedy M. Keita, explained measures that the government took to improve the country’s tax administration and streamline tax expenditure.  He said a tax policy unit within the directorate of Economic policy and research was established, under which a comprehensive tax policy for the country will be developed. 

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DR. FATOU BENSOUDA NAMED GNOC GOODWILL SPORTS AMBASSADOR

The Gambia National Olympic Committee has appointed Her Excellency Dr Fatou Bom Bensouda, High Commissioner of The Gambia to the United Kingdom, as its Goodwill Sports Ambassador.The appointment was announced during the Gambia Day Celebration in Glasgow, Scotland, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to Gambian sport, international diplomacy, and the promotion of Olympic values.A former national volleyball player and ex-Female Vice President of the GNOC, Dr Bensouda was praised for her leadership in promoting women in sport and advancing athlete welfare, integrity, and sports development.In her new role, she will help raise The Gambia's profile on the international sporting stage, strengthen partnerships with global sports organisations, and promote sports diplomacy to support national development.The GNOC states that the appointment reflects Dr Bensouda’s distinguished service to sport and her ongoing commitment to inspiring future generations of Gambian athletes and sports leaders.  

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TEAM GAMBIA RECEIVES WARM WELCOME FROM DIASPORA AHEAD OF COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Team Gambia has received a warm welcome from the Gambian community in Scotland ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.The Gambian Association in Scotland, in collaboration with the Gambia High Commission in the UK and the Commonwealth Sports Association, hosted a special reception dubbed “Gambia Day” in Glasgow. The event brought together athletes, officials, members of the diaspora, government representatives, and sports administrators in a celebration of national unity and support for Team Gambia.It was the first time a Gambian sports delegation competing at an international event formally met members of the diaspora. The gathering provided athletes, coaches, and officials the opportunity to interact directly with Gambians living in Scotland, share experiences, and strengthen the bond between the national team and the diaspora.Attending the event were Minister of Youth and Sports Bakary Y. Badjie; The Gambia’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Dr Fatou Bensouda; Chief of Mission Bakary Jammeh; and senior officials of the Gambia National Olympic Committee.Chief of Mission Bakary Jammeh, who chaired the ceremony, expressed appreciation to the Gambian community in Scotland for their hospitality.He described the occasion as a reflection of the power of sport to unite people. “Sports transcends boundaries and brings communities together through a shared passion and common purpose,” he said.Minister Bakary Y. Badjie commended the Gambian Association in Scotland for the historic initiative. He reminded the athletes that they carry the hopes and aspirations of the nation. “Build on previous Commonwealth Games successes and strive for greater achievements,” he challenged the team.High Commissioner Dr Fatou Bensouda described Gambia Day as a celebration of national identity, unity, and excellence. “Sport continues to serve as a powerful tool for bringing Gambians together, both at home and abroad,” she said. Dr Bensouda encouraged the diaspora to keep supporting young people through sport, calling it “a pathway to leadership, education, and national development.”GNOC President Bai Dodou Jallow thanked the community for its support, saying such engagement inspires athletes and reminds them they represent a nation united behind them. He called on Gambian parents and communities abroad to continue encouraging youth participation in sports, describing investment in youth as an investment in the country’s future.President of the Gambian Association in Glasgow, Lamin Sanneh, assured Team Gambia of the diaspora’s continued support throughout the Games and urged athletes to compete with confidence and pride.

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TEAM GAMBIA’S SWIMMING CAMPAIGN BEGINS AT 2026 COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Team Gambia’s swimming campaign got underway at the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Saturday, with Ousman Jobe and Pap D. Jonga representing the nation in Heat 3 at Tollcross International Swimming Centre.While both swimmers fell short of advancing, the race marked another step forward for Gambian aquatics on the international stage.The duo competed in a fast men’s sprint heat. Tonga’s Alan Uhiafi touched first in 24.42 seconds, followed by Vanuatu’s John Lebot in 25.83.For The Gambia, Olympian Ousman Jobe placed 7th in Lane 6 with a time of 27.52 seconds. Pap D. Jonga finished 8th in Lane 2 in 28.30 seconds. Both were just off their seed times.Anticipation was high in the Gambian camp ahead of the race. Jobe came into Glasgow fresh off an intensive two-month training camp in Paris.“There’s been some major championships here before, in the 2014 Commonwealth Games as well. I’ve prepared so well,” Jobe said.“Plus, two months ago, I was in Paris preparing for this. So I think I’m fully ready.”While both missed out on personal bests, Jonga reflected on Glasgow’s world-class facilities and what it will take to develop talent in The Gambia.“If in The Gambia a supportive system can be created in terms of creating a swimming pool, swimming has a long way to go,” Jonga said.“Having at least a standard 25-meter pool will enable young kids who are trying to involve themselves in swimming to have big potential for tomorrow.”Though Heat 3 marks the end of this event, the Games are far from over for Team Gambia. Jonga said the race was a chance to review and improve.“The performance was great, but it could have been much better. I will use this moment to progress on the few events coming up... to do a review of what went wrong and enable me to have better timing in the races coming up,” he said.Jobe and Jonga return to the pool on Monday and Tuesday for the 100-meter freestyle and 50-meter butterfly, taking vital lessons from Glasgow’s 50-meter pool into their remaining races. 

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GINA BASS ADVANCES TO 100M SEMIS AS OUSMAN JOBE SETS NATIONAL RECORD AT COMMONWEALTH GAMES

It was a day of mixed fortunes for Team Gambia at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, as sprint star Gina Mariam Bass Bittaye booked her place in the women’s 100 metres semi-finals, while swimmer Ousman Jobe set a new Gambian national record.Africa’s sprint queen produced a confident performance to finish 2nd in her 100m heat in 11.22 seconds, comfortably securing a spot in the last 16.Speaking after the race, Bass said she was pleased with the result despite the cold weather.“Qualification was the priority in the opening round, not speed,” the Gambian star said.She remains quietly confident ahead of the semi-finals.The competition ended in the heats for the rest of Team Gambia’s sprinters.Commonwealth Games debutant Isatou Sey clocked 11.73 seconds, short of her personal best of 11.61. She blamed the weather but called the experience valuable.“Competing at the Games has been a great learning experience,” Sey said.Nyimansata Jawneh also bowed out after recording 11.68 seconds, leaving Bass as The Gambia’s sole representative in the women’s sprint semi-finals.In the men’s 100m, Alieu Joof ran 10.52 seconds while veteran Ebrima Camara clocked a season’s best of 10.29 seconds. Both narrowly missed out on qualification.Camara, competing at his third consecutive Commonwealth Games, reflected on a tough season.“I’m not really satisfied with it, but I thank God because I’ve had a very tough season with injuries,” Camara said.“Since recovering, every race I’ve been getting better. This is my third Commonwealth Games. Not everybody gets the opportunity to represent their country three times over twelve years. So I really thank God for that.”In the swimming pool, Pap D. Jonga and Ousman Jobe were unable to advance from the men’s 100m freestyle.However, Jobe made history by stopping the clock at 1:01.34, setting a new Gambian national record in the event. While the time was not enough to progress, it marked a major personal achievement and another step forward for competitive swimming in The Gambia.With athletics and swimming competitions now underway, all eyes turn to Gina Mariam Bass as she carries The Gambia’s hopes into the women’s 100m semi-finals, aiming to secure a place in the final and challenge for Commonwealth honours.

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PRESIDENT BARROW URGES YOUTH TO PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE AT 2026 INNOVATION SUMMIT

President Adama Barrow on Saturday urged young people to prepare for the future, telling hundreds of youth at the 2026 Youth Innovation Summit that “the future belongs to those who prepare for it.”The President was speaking at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre, where several hundred young people from organisations across the country gathered for the annual summit.The Youth Innovation Summit brings young people together to discuss relevant issues, share ideas, and challenge the realities shaping youth affairs and the future of The Gambia.It serves as a platform for youth empowerment and fosters collaboration between young people and government.Key sponsor Comium said it believes youth are The Gambia’s greatest resource. “The country’s future depends on how we prepare young people to thrive in a digital-driven world,” said Isatou Ceesay, Comium’s Director of Marketing and Communications.A highlight of the summit was the story of Ebrima Jallow, a young man who once embarked on the perilous journey to Europe. Now a successful entrepreneur, Jallow was given the podium to inspire participants.He stands as living proof that Gambians can succeed at home.In his address, President Barrow recounted his own journey to Europe as a young man, with the belief that it was the only way to live a better life. He later realised that success could also be found at home.He used the lesson to encourage young people that with the right mindset, they can make it in The Gambia.The President assured youth that their development remains central to his government’s agenda, citing the construction of schools and TVET centres across the country to empower them.“It is government’s responsibility to ensure hope for our youth,” Barrow said. “That is why we are investing in agriculture and other sectors.”He urged young people to reject drugs, embrace innovation, and maintain peace, reiterating: “The future belongs to those who prepare for it.”Critical conversations at the summit centred on: Irregular migration and reintegration. Civic education, participation, and national cohesion. Youth empowerment, skills development, and entrepreneurship.Giving the vote of thanks on behalf of the Organising Committee, Maimuna Platt described the day as “an unforgettable day of learning among youths” and said it marks the beginning of more innovation and collaboration for nation building.

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PRESIDENT BARROW PRESENTS VEHICLES TO NPP-LED GRAND COALITION PARTNERS AHEAD OF DECEMBER POLL

President Adama Barrow on Saturday presented a fleet of vehicles to partner parties of the NPP-led Grand Coalition during a ceremony held at State House. The presentation was attended by leaders of the Alliance parties and senior members of the National People’s Party executive.Representatives of the Alliance for Patriotic Reorientation and Construction (APRC), ANRD, NRP, NCP, Democratic Party, Citizens Alliance, GPDP, and GMC received keys to the new vehicles. The vehicles are expected to enhance grassroots mobilisation ahead of the December 5th Presidential election.The leaders of the 8 parties expressed appreciation to the President and leader of the Grand Coalition, saying the gesture will strengthen the Alliance. They predicted a landslide victory for President Barrow, describing him as development-oriented and committed to national progress.Isatou Jifanga Jarju of the APRC assured that the vehicles will be used for their intended purpose.Mai Ahmad Fatty of the Gambia Moral Congress (GMC) said the Grand Coalition is strong and well-positioned to win the election, citing what he called the President’s “life-changing development projects” across the country.Dr Ismaila Ceesay of the Citizens Alliance urged beneficiaries to intensify grassroots mobilisation to strengthen the Grand Coalition. He said President Barrow will win with an overwhelming majority based on his track record over the last 9 years.GPDP leader Henry Gomez described the presentation as unprecedented in Gambian politics. “President Barrow respects his coalition partners and always supports them when necessary,” Gomez said. “Therefore, let us work together and speak with one voice to strengthen the Alliance.” He also called on Gambians to support the President and vote for him massively in December to ensure continuity of development.Leaders of the NCP, ANRD, and DP echoed similar sentiments, calling on all partner parties to vigorously campaign and mobilise support for the NPP-led Alliance.NRP leader Hamat N.K. Bah cautioned all beneficiary parties against misusing the vehicles, stressing that they are strictly for campaign purposes. He urged Alliance members to reach out to voters across the country.Bah also praised President Barrow’s development record, which he said has touched the lives of citizens nationwide. He challenged young people to support the President and avoid politicians who mislead them for selfish political goals.“There will be no shortcut to the Presidency,” Bah warned. “Government will not allow any individual or group to undermine the electoral process. A level playing field has already been ensured for all.”First Deputy National President of the NPP, Demba Sabally, said the presentation signifies President Barrow’s recognition of the important role of Alliance parties in strengthening the Grand Coalition. He urged them to redouble efforts and maintain unity to ensure victory for the Alliance.In his remarks, President Barrow described the event as a historic milestone in the country’s political evolution, noting it is the first time members of a coalition are receiving such support from the leading party.He called on all recipients to use the vehicles solely for political purposes to mobilise voters at the grassroots for the Grand Coalition. 

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