President Adama Barrow has expressed delight in the fact that Gambian judiciary is re-gaining its lost image and public confidence within three years of his administration. He made this remark while presiding over the swearing of two new Gambian judges and a permanent secretary at a ceremony held at the […]
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What is the Agenda of this Government in Combating Coronavirus?
On April 3 the National Assembly approved a 45-day state of public emergency proposed by the Government. This is now 12 days ago. Before April 3, Pres. Barrow had first unconstitutionally declared a state of public emergency on March 18. He never sought any extension from the National Assembly after […]
My Perspective on the Public Finance Chapter of the Draft Final Constitution
By Hon. Abdou Kolley, Former Finance Minister The Constitution is probably the most important national document in the governance of a country and therefore must be relevant and stand the test of time. In order to achieve that objective, the elaboration of this national document must be as widely consultative […]
IMF Boosts Gambia’s COVID-19 Fight
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today approved a disbursement of SDR 15.55 million (about US$21.3 million or 25 percent of its SDR quota) for The Gambia under the Rapid Credit Facility (RCF). The financing provided under the RCF will help the country meet its urgent balance-of-payments […]
More than 117 million children at risk of missing out on measles vaccines, as COVID-19 surges
Statement by the Measles & Rubella Initiative: American Red Cross, U.S. CDC, UNICEF, UN Foundation and WHO ATLANTA/GENEVA/NEW YORK, 14 April 2020: “As COVID-19 continues to spread globally, over 117 million children in 37 countries may miss out on receiving life-saving measles vaccine. Measles immunization campaigns in 24 countries have already […]
Star TV CEO Unveils Community Lighting Project At Bundung Ward
Alhagie Banniko Sissoho, Star TV Chief Executive Officer (CEO) unveiled Monday Community Lighting Project at Bundungkakunda Six Junction Ward. The handing over ceremony was held at the Councillors office in Bundung Bantaba six junctions. Speaking at the presentation ceremony, Fatoumatta Yadi Gaye, Vice-Chairperson Bundung Development Community Ward has lauded the […]
GMC Leader’s Beef With Lawmakers
1. I am disappointed that although most MPs acknowledged the need to provide a relief package to thousands of poor and vulnerable families, no such resolution was made. We had advocated for a 21 to 30 days extension instead of the 90 days proposed by the State and the N.A […]
Police Disputes Sowe’s Missing
The Gambia Police Department disputed circulated social media information that a Gambian-Canadian is missing. In a statement published below, the police said Alhagie Sowe is not held in police custody. CLARIFICATION IN THE CASE INVOLVING ALHAGIE SOWE It has come to the notice of the Inspector General of Police that […]
Barrow Preaches Reconciliation
Gambian President Adama Barrow has “urged all Gambians to work together for peaceful co-existence and reconciliation.” President Barrow’s message is contained in a statement issued by State House. Mr. Barrow used his constitutional powers to declare April 10th and 13th as public holidays in observance of Good Friday and Easter […]
Jatto’s Emotional Tribute To O.B Conateh
By: Omar Jatta Former Gambia international footballer and Wallidan FC star Jatto Ceesay paid an emotional tribute to the late Alhagi Ousman Basi Conateh, known to many as OB or Fisco, who sadly passed away on Saturday 4th April and was laid to rest on Sunday the 5th, at the […]
Africa: Armed conflicts and state repression fuel cocktail of human rights violations
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL PRESS RELEASE Protesters across sub-Saharan Africa have braved bullets and beatings to defend their rights in the face of continuing conflict and state repression, Amnesty International said today as it published its annual review of human rights in the region. The organization highlighted the bravery and defiance of […]
Update: Coronavirus – UKJA’s Response
Good afternoon, I hope you are staying safe and well. I know these are anxious times as many are worried about staying healthy and protecting our loved ones. Sadly, we are witnessing the loss of lives both in the UK and elsewhere due to the virus. In the UK, the […]