The Public is hereby informed that the airport ceremonies that are usually held whenever the President travels, either on arrival or departure, will no longer take place. Effective immediately, seeing off the President at the Banjul International Airport shall be limited only to the Minister of Defence, Minister of Interior, […]
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Singhatey Reveals: Jammeh Buries A Ram Alive To Ward Off Bad Luck
A new front has now opened in the #BringJammeh2Justice Campaign drive. The startling revelation by the former Defense Minister of the Armed Forces Provisional Ruling Council (AFPRC) would certainly raise eyebrows among animal rights defenders. Edward Singhatey said Yahya Jammeh presented a ram to him for sacrifice as a way […]
Business Activities At GPA Has Grown from 7% to 20% Under 2 Years
In an unannounced visit to The Gambia Ports Authority on Thursday, October 17, 2019, President Barrow was informed that business activities at the Banjul seaport has grown from the projected 7 percent in 2016 to 20 percent in the last quarter of 2019. The seaport is one of The Gambia’s […]
Singhatey Exculpates Nigerian Military
By Abdoulie John One of the main architects of the 1994 military takeover Wednesday rebutted that Nigerian military command endorsed toppling down of the Jawara regime. “I don’t believe they (Nigerian officers) were talking enough to Gambian soldiers,” Edward Singhatey told the ongoing Ninth Session of the Truth, Reconciliation and […]
“Diseases Have No Boundaries”: Envisioning Next Steps In Global Health
Health researchers from Dal and beyond gathered in late September to mark Global Health Day, sharing their work on various public health initiatives and discussing the impact of those on health outcomes around the world. Read more here: https://medicine.dal.ca/news/2019/october-2019/11/-diseases-have-no-boundaries—envisioning-next-steps-in-global-.html
What Gov’t Can Learn From Tragic Accidents
How many fatal accidents would it require before something was done? Who and how many lives would be lost on our dangerous roads before the responsible authorities act? These are vital questions that need answers. This is what you get in a nation where every single development and achievement is […]
GADHOH Members Mark Int’l Deaf Week; Call For Unity
By Madi S. Njie Members of the Gambia Association of Deaf and Heard of Hearing (GADHOH) has called for unity among members and work together towards achieving common objectives. Speaking during events marking International Deaf Week Celebration, various members expressed the need for unity among members, stop gossiping, and work […]
Gunjur Shipwreck Claims 3 Lives
By Abdoulie John Gambian police has confirmed the death of at least three persons after a boat capsized off Gunjur coast. The tragic incident has also left five others hospitalised. “We can confirm the incident of a boat that capsized at sea in Gunjur, West Cost Region, on Sunday 13th […]
‘We Understand The Need To Have An Account Of The Past’
By Abdoulie John The head of United States visiting Congressional delegation to said his team comprehended the need for The Gambia to come to terms with its past. “We understand the need to have an account of the past, and to step confidently into the future,” North Carolina’s Fourth District […]
MP Fears Banjul Crocodile Infestation
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE OFFICE OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MEMBER FOR BANJUL NORTH MY RESPPONSE TO THE PRESENCE OF CROCODILES IN THE BANJUL SWAMPS It was brought to my attention by GRTS reporters, who wanted an interview with me, that crocodiles have been surfacing in the canal that runs through […]
US Congressional Delegation Meets President Barrow
His Excellency, President Adama Barrow on Monday morning received in audience a group of Representatives of the United States Congress at the State House in Banjul. According to the leader of the parliamentary delegation known as the “House Democracy Partnership”, Congressman David Price of North Carolina, their discussions with the […]
“We Are Very Satisfied” With Gambia’s Ongoing Reforms – UN SG Rep Ibn Chambas
The United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel, Dr. Muhammed Ibn Chambas said the United Nations is pleased with the Barrow government’s commitment to the ongoing reforms processes in The Gambia. “Today, we leave The Gambia very satisfied that the commitment is there on […]