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𝗚𝗭 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗟𝗧𝗗, Pori (2025)

14/12/2025

NOTICE FOR CLARIFICATION!!
THE UNITE MOVEMENT FOR CHANGE
DIASPORA MEDIA posted a photo of us together with some of their party officials who attended our inaugural event as guests today, we took a group photo with them to update our followers on Facebook little do we know they are going to modify an entire apolitical event as a campaign for themselves.
During the course of the program, nothing like politics was discussed. As young Students leader, we invited them to serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration to the rural youths but not to discard our image and our organisation. This is shameful, disgusting, and disheartening. We are heartbroken.
The so-called movement owes us a public apology for the attempt to deform our image.Spreading misleading information for political gain is uncalled for. This is an organisation that has nothing to do with politics. We invited you (Yahya Sanyang ) to grace this event without any political will or gain.
It's disappointing and hart broken to us as innocent students seeing ourselves in media over something that's completely different from our will. Therefore, from today, we distance ourselves from you and the movement. We regretted inviting you to our program.And please delete this message and give a public clarification and apology to ORCHARD.
THANK YOU,
BEST REGARDS
SECRETARY GENERAL, ORCHARD

10/11/2025

Bakoteh Dumpsite Protest, KMC’s Failures

A growing wave of frustration among residents of the Kanifing Municipality has culminated in a public protest organized by a group of young activists under the banner “Gambia First.” The demonstration, held at the Bakoteh dumpsite, highlights deep-seated grievances over the Kanifing Municipal Council’s (KMC) persistent failure to safeguard public health and environmental well-being.

Protesters, carrying placards and chanting powerful slogans, are demanding the immediate closure and relocation of the Bakoteh dumpsite. They cite severe health hazards caused by toxic smoke, foul odors, and contamination of nearby residential areas. Residents have long complained that children and the elderly suffer from respiratory illnesses, skin infections, and other health complications linked to the dumpsite’s poor management.

The demonstrators accuse Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda and the KMC administration of neglecting the issue despite repeated community appeals. Miss Saffiatou Joof, one of the leading protesters, alleged that the council has misappropriated funds meant for the rehabilitation and management of the site. According to her, the KMC has prioritized political image-building over genuine service delivery, leaving the community to live in worsening conditions.

The situation at Bakoteh has become a symbol of KMC’s broader administrative failures, including:

Poor waste management practices, resulting in environmental degradation.

Lack of transparency and accountability in the use of council funds.

Failure to engage and consult residents on issues directly affecting their lives.

Weak enforcement of environmental regulations, allowing the dumpsite to expand uncontrollably.

31/10/2025

Brikama Area Council Signs Twinning Agreement with Amgala Municipality in Morocco
Es-Semara, Morocco – 31st October 2025
The Brikama Area Council (BAC), under the leadership of Chairman Hon. Yankuba Darboe, has today signed a historic Twinning Agreement with the Municipality of Amgala in the Kingdom of Morocco.
The signing ceremony took place in Es-Semara, Morocco, as part of the celebrations marking the 50th Anniversary of the Glorious Green March—a significant national occasion symbolizing unity, resilience, and progress for the Kingdom of Morocco.
This landmark partnership aims to strengthen friendship, cooperation, and solidarity between the people of The Gambia and Morocco, while promoting shared development goals in key areas including:
Culture and Tourism: Promotion of shared Saharan heritage and intercultural exchange.
Economy and Handicrafts: Support for local artisans, entrepreneurship, and fair trade.
Education and Youth: Facilitation of student exchanges and youth volunteer projects.
Environment and Sustainable Development: Collaboration on waste management, reforestation, and combating desertification.
Arts and ICT: Promotion of creative industries and digital transformation of municipal services.
A Joint Twinning Committee will oversee the implementation of joint projects and monitor progress between the two municipalities.
Speaking at the event, Chairman Hon. Yankuba Darboe reaffirmed BAC’s commitment to fostering meaningful international partnerships that strengthen local governance, empower communities, and open new opportunities for youth and sustainable development.
This new twinning partnership marks the beginning of a promising chapter of cooperation between the Brikama Area Council and the Municipality of Amgala, built on shared values of friendship, solidarity, and progress.

24/10/2025

Hon Chairman accompanied by Councilors paid a visit to the bereaved families of the late Hon. Cllr. for Bantanjang ward and late Omar Badjie of Mandinaring, earlier this afternoon.
Hon. Chairman commiserate and extend condolences to the bereaved families, while prayed for the departed souls to rest in absolute eternal peace.

22/10/2025

The Yanks Factor: Delivering Darboe’s 2026 Victory.
By Gaia S.
Every generation has a hinge moment when history decides to change direction. For The Gambia, that hinge may well be 2026, the year when courage meets legacy, when faith meets renewal. At the heart of this shift stands Yanks Darboe, the man whose fire has reignited belief in a movement long carried by conviction, not convenience.
Yanks does not just represent the youth; he represents a new political rhythm, direct, fearless, and grounded in honesty. In an age of spin, he speaks without filters, without hesitation, and without apology. His creed, Don’t steal, don’t lie, Jobrek, is not a slogan but a standard, a code that has become the moral compass for many who once lost faith in politics. That rawness, that authenticity, has turned him into the voice of a generation tired of manipulation and hungry for meaning.
Yet what makes the Yanks Factor truly powerful is how it fuses seamlessly with Lawyer Ousainou Darboe’s legacy. Where the elder Darboe built the bridge of principle, Yanks walks across it with action. Together they form not just a political team but a moral lineage, one forged by struggle, resilience, and a shared dream of a dignified Gambia. Lawyer Darboe’s endurance laid the foundation; Yanks’ defiance is building the future on it.
In 2026, the story will not just be about votes. It will be about belief, belief restored, belief defended, belief renewed. Every rally Yanks leads, every truth he speaks, every moment he refuses to bow adds a spark to a movement that refuses to die. He is not Darboe’s shadow; he is Darboe’s echo in a louder, bolder generation.
The path to victory will not be paved by slogans but by sincerity, and Yanks has given the UDP both its loudest truth-teller and its strongest shield. He has turned skepticism into strength, criticism into conversation, and loyalty into light. That is why, when The Gambia finally writes its next chapter of renewal, the story will begin with the same words history now whispers, the Yanks Factor changed everything.

22/10/2025

Fellow Gambians,

I speak today not just as an individual, but as a proud and committed supporter of the United Democratic Party (UDP) a movement built on truth, justice, and the dream of a better Gambia for all.

As we move closer to the 2026 Presidential Elections, I want to reaffirm my full support for His Excellency Alhajie Ba-Ousainu A.N.M. Darboe, a leader whose wisdom, honesty, and lifelong service continue to inspire countless Gambians, including myself.

For decades, Darboe has stood for democracy, fairness, and unity even in the face of great challenges. He represents the hope and resilience of our people. In him, I see not only a leader, but a father figure to the nation someone who truly wants to see The Gambia rise and flourish.

The UDP is more than a political party; it’s a family bound by shared values and a deep love for our country. Together, we believe in a Gambia where justice prevails, opportunities are open to all, and every citizen can live with dignity and peace.

Now is the time to come together to stand firm, speak with one voice, and work hand in hand for the future we all deserve. Let us rally behind H.E. Ousainu Darboe, not just with words, but with action, unity, and faith in our shared destiny.

May our journey be guided by truth, strengthened by justice, and blessed with victory.

Omar A. Danso (Kekeno)
Proud Son of the United Democratic Party (UDP).

22/10/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Grand Welcoming of United Democratic Party (UDP) Leader
a Grand Welcome procession for Party Leader H.E. Lawyer Ousainu A.N.M. Darboe
The Organizing Committee of the UDP is excited to announce that preparations are underway for the Grand Welcome Ceremony in honor of the Party Leader and Secretary General, H.E. Lawyer Ousainu A.N.M. Darboe, following the conclusion of a successful international tour.
The celebration will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, beginning at the Banjul International Airport and proceeding through to Pipeline, where thousands of supporters, regional delegations, and well-wishers are expected to join in welcoming the UDP leader.
All media houses, journalists, and press institutions are cordially invited to provide coverage of this historic event. Media representatives are requested to assemble at Banjul International Airport by 12:00 PM for coordination and facilitation.

21/10/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Grand Welcoming of United Democratic Party (UDP) Leader
a Grand Welcome procession for Party Leader H.E. Lawyer Ousainu A.N.M. Darboe
The Organizing Committee of the UDP is excited to announce that preparations are underway for the Grand Welcome Ceremony in honor of the Party Leader and Secretary General, H.E. Lawyer Ousainu A.N.M. Darboe, following the conclusion of a successful international tour.
The celebration will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, beginning at the Banjul International Airport and proceeding through to Pipeline, where thousands of supporters, regional delegations, and well-wishers are expected to join in welcoming the UDP leader.
All media houses, journalists, and press institutions are cordially invited to provide coverage of this historic event. Media representatives are requested to assemble at Banjul International Airport by 12:00 PM for coordination and facilitation.
This is also an opportunity to reaffirm our unity and commitment to democracy, and service to the Gambian people.
For additional details or media coordination, please contact: 2108632
Issued by:�UDP Communications and Media Team on behalf of the Organizing Committee

09/10/2025

UDP’s SECURITY WING ENDORSEMENT & CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO THE FLAGBEARER-ELECT OF UDP H.E ANM OUSAINOU DARBOE
On behalf of the entire Security Wing of the UDP ranging from the;
NATIONAL SECURITY WHICH INCLUDES BJL, KM, and WCR
LRR REGIONAL SECURITY WING
NBR REGIONAL SECURITY WING
CRR NORTH AND SOUTH SECURITY WINGS and
URR REGIONAL SECURITY WING
extend our heartfelt congratulations to you as the Flagbearer-Elect of the United Democratic Party (UDP).
Your victory is a testament to your dedication, competence, and unwavering commitment to the values and vision of our great party since 1996 to date. The transparent and peaceful manner in which the selection process was conducted according to the report of the selection committee reflects the maturity of our internal democratic structures and affirms the unity of purpose that binds us together.
The Security Wing is fully aligned with your leadership and offers its unwavering support as we move forward under your guidance towards the 2026 presidential election. We remain committed to ensuring the safety, order, and integrity of all activities under your leadership, and we are ready to work collaboratively to safeguard the mission and objectives of the campaign ahead.
As we step into this new chapter, we pray for wisdom, strength, and protection upon you. May your tenure as our flagbearer continued to inspire hope, unity, and a renewed drive toward success for all.
Once again, congratulations H.E ANM OUSAINOU DARBOE, the Security Wing stands firmly with you.
Yours in Service
Lamin Jasong Kanteh
Commander of UDP Security wing

06/10/2025

UNITED DEMOCRATIC PARTY (UDP)
NOTICE OF VACANCY AND CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
The National Executive Committee of the United Democratic Party (UDP) hereby notifies all
members of the Party that vacancies have arisen in the National Executive Committee subject to
elections by the Central Committee.
The following vacant positions are open for application:
1. National Organising Secretary
2. Deputy National Organising Secretary
3. Administrative Secretary, Media and Communication
4. Campaign Manager
5. Deputy Campaign Manager
6. 2nd Vice President, Youth Wing ( not more than 35 years)
7. 1st Vice President, Female Youth Wing ( not more than 35 years)
Interested applicants must be bona fide members of the United Democratic Party in good
standing.
Application Procedure:
Application must be addressed to
1. Secretary General, UDP National Secretariat, 1, Alpha Tafsir Street Banjul, The Gambia
2. Application Period:
Opens: 6th October, 2025
Closes: 16th October, 2025
Election Date: Sunday 19th October, 2025
Submission Format:
• Applications (hard copies) must be submitted to the Senior Administrative Secretary, the UDP
National Secretariat, C/o Manjai Bureau, Manjai K***a, Kanifing Municipality, The Gambia
By Order of the National Executive Committee
United Democratic Party (UDP)

29/09/2025

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29/09/2025

$26M UNCDF Grant to KMC Fails to Materialise: Mayor Talib Bensouda Confirms

Barely a day after announcing a monumental $26 million grant from the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda has backtracked, confirming that the funding "never materialised.

The grant, which was expected to be secured through UNCDF's Blue Peace Financing Initiative, was intended to support critical water infrastructure and urban development projects within the municipality. The announcement had been widely circulated across media and political platforms, sparking public interest and debate over its potential impact.

Speaking to The Standard newspaper, Mayor Bensouda clarified the status of the funding, admitting that despite expectations, the grant was not finalised.

We had received indications of interest and held discussions under the Blue Peace framework, but unfortunately the grant did not materialise, Bensouda told The Standard

The failed grant announcement has stirred controversy within political circles. This raises questions about transparency and accountability. If you go public with such a massive figure, the public deserves clarity on whether it’s confirmed or still under negotiation, one UDP insider told this publication under condition of anonymity.

Across Kanifing and beyond, members of the public and civil society organisations have begun to express concern over what they view as a lapse in due diligence. Some are calling for a full explanation of how such a significant funding expectation was announced without formal confirmation.

Meanwhile, development experts note that large-scale grants, especially from multilateral institutions like the UNCDF, typically undergo rigorous processes before approval — including feasibility assessments, government coordination, and legal agreements.

If due process wasn’t followed or if expectations were miscommunicated, it’s important that the council owns up and ensures better communication in the future,” said Fatoumatta Jallow, a public policy analyst.

Whether this was a diplomatic mishap, a communication failure, or political overreach remains unclear — but what is certain is that the $26 million that once offered hope for transformative development in Kanifing is, for now, off the table.

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