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26/09/2025

The West Coast Region village of Mandinary on Friday evening erupted in violent protest following the death of a young man during a routine police patrol in the community. The deceased, Omar Badjie, according to some sources, died after being apprehended by personnel from the national police and his death has sparked an angry protest in Mandinaring with outraged mobs of youth vandalizing the local police post....

The West Coast Region village of Mandinary on Friday evening erupted in violent protest following the death of a young man during a routine police patrol in the community. The deceased, Omar Badjie, according to some sources, died after being apprehended by personnel from the national police and his...

26/09/2025

The United States government has placed The Gambia on a new list of countries, whose nationals must pay a heavy visa bond, before traveling on a visitor’s visa to the US. The rule, which comes into effect on October 11th this year, applies to Gambian citizens applying for B1/B2 visas, the most common category for tourism and business travel. Under the policy, Gambians who are found eligible for a visa will still need to post a bond of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000, depending on the decision of the consular officer at the time of the visa interview....

The United States government has placed The Gambia on a new list of countries, whose nationals must pay a heavy visa bond, before traveling on a visitor’s visa to the US. The rule, which comes into effect on October 11th this year, applies to Gambian citizens applying for B1/B2 visas,[Read More......

26/09/2025

As part of his Europe-wide tour to drum up support for his party ahead of the 2026 general election, the UDP leader has hinted that his removal from office as foreign minister and that of former OIC Banjul secretariat boss Lamin Sanneh had avoidable financial implications for the Gambian taxpayer. Lawyer Ousainou Darboe explained that The Gambia could have hosted the OIC summit without financially burdening the taxpayer, describing the OIC Banjul Summit as a missed opportunity for Gambians....

As part of his Europe-wide tour to drum up support for his party ahead of the 2026 general election, the UDP leader has hinted that his removal from office as foreign minister and that of former OIC Banjul secretariat boss Lamin Sanneh had avoidable financial implications for the Gambian taxpayer.[R...

26/09/2025

The grinding cement scarcity, which hit the provincial town of Farafenni and environs, has now entered its second month, resulting in significant revenue and job losses and stalled construction projects. The conspicuous inability of Jah Oil, Salam and Gacem cement factories to catch up with the country's soaring cement demand has now resulted in painful cement scarcities in both rural and urban Gambia....

The grinding cement scarcity, which hit the provincial town of Farafenni and environs, has now entered its second month, resulting in significant revenue and job losses and stalled construction projects. The conspicuous inability of Jah Oil, Salam and Gacem cement factories to catch up with the coun...

26/09/2025

The URR roads and bridges were inaugurated a few years ago with much pomp and ceremony with President Adama Barrow, laying claim to their realisation, but the leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP), Lawyer Ousainou Darboe has recently indicated that President Barrow has no bragging right over the landmark projects. Darboe explained that the projects came to fruition through his instrumentality as he was the one who lobbied funds from China for their implementation....

The URR roads and bridges were inaugurated a few years ago with much pomp and ceremony with President Adama Barrow, laying claim to their realisation, but the leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP), Lawyer Ousainou Darboe has recently indicated that President Barrow has no bragging right over t...

26/09/2025

In a heartfelt and unexpected development, Lamin J. Darboe, a respected figure in Gambian law and a dedicated member of the United Democratic Party (UDP), has announced his resignation from the party.

Darboe, whose legal expertise has earned him great admiration, shared his deep concerns about the UDP's lack of transparency and its hesitance to pursue essential internal reforms. This significant decision has ignited considerable interest and conversation in the political landscape, especially as the country heads into critical upcoming elections.
Many are now reflecting on what this means for the future of one of Gambia’s key opposition parties, and the impact on the vision Darboe has tirelessly advocated for.

25/09/2025

Tribalism poses significant dangers to Gambian society, often dividing communities along ethnic lines, fostering distrust and conflict. We can engage in constructive debates by promoting our individual perspectives without resorting to tribal diatribes, focusing on what adds value to our society. Key reasons for its potential harm include: 1. Social Division: Tribalism can lead to polarization, where individuals prioritize tribal affiliations over national identity, limiting social cohesion and mutual support....

Tribalism poses significant dangers to Gambian society, often dividing communities along ethnic lines, fostering distrust and conflict. We can engage in constructive debates by promoting our individual perspectives without resorting to tribal diatribes, focusing on what adds value to our society. Ke...

25/09/2025

The idea of Vous is one of the most unique and enduring cultural phenomena in Banjul. The word itself derives from the French rendezvous, meaning appointment or meeting place. In the Gambian context, Vous is far more than just a physical location; it is a social institution where young men, mainly in urban Banjul, gather to socialize, exchange ideas, and build lifelong bonds....

The idea of Vous is one of the most unique and enduring cultural phenomena in Banjul. The word itself derives from the French rendezvous, meaning appointment or meeting place. In the Gambian context, Vous is far more than just a physical location; it is a social institution where young men,[Read Mor...

25/09/2025

The state of opposition politics in Gambia is dire. Infighting and fragmentation have reached a critical point, with no clear solution in sight. This raises serious concerns about the country's future, particularly given the incumbent president's bid for a third term, which has sparked concerns about the erosion of democratic norms and the concentration of power. The UDP's internal divisions have weakened the party....

The state of opposition politics in Gambia is dire. Infighting and fragmentation have reached a critical point, with no clear solution in sight. This raises serious concerns about the country’s future, particularly given the incumbent president’s bid for a third term, which has sparked concerns ...

25/09/2025

In most of the riotous situations in The Gambia, the law enforcement have always been perceived and seen as hostile or bullish to journalists. The Gambia Press Union (GPU) and the Gambia Police Force (GPF) have yet to develop a comprehensive strategy on reporting in dangerous situations such as riots. However, one police sergeant could change all this if what he demonstrated in the recent Jabang youth riots is anything to go by....

In most of the riotous situations in The Gambia, the law enforcement have always been perceived and seen as hostile or bullish to journalists. The Gambia Press Union (GPU) and the Gambia Police Force (GPF) have yet to develop a comprehensive strategy on reporting in dangerous situations such as riot...

24/09/2025

The Gambia Engages UN on Transitional Justice and Democratic Reforms

Still on the sidelines of , a high-level delegation from The Gambia met today with Ms. Elizabeth Spehar, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacebuilding Support, who oversees the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) of the United Nations.
The delegation included the Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Sering Modou Njie, the Minister of Justice, Hon. Dawda A. Jallow, and the Minister of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services, Hon. Dr. Ismaila Ceesay.
The discussions were centered on key aspects of The Gambia’s ongoing democratic reforms and transitional justice process. Critical items on the agenda included:

Transitional Justice and Reparations: Strategies for implementing comprehensive reparations for victims and advancing the overall transitional justice agenda.

Establishment of a Specialized Court: Progress and necessary support for creating a specialized judicial mechanism to prosecute past human rights abuses.

Strengthening Mechanisms: Ways to reinforce systems for justice, accountability, and reconciliation as foundational elements of a sustainable democracy.
This meeting underscores The Gambia’s continued commitment to ensuring accountability and providing closure for past human rights violations, with the support of the United Nations.

24/09/2025

The refusal of Gambia government officials visa by the United States embassy in Banjul to attend the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) could save Gambian taxpayers more than US$200,000 just on air tickets alone. In what came as a surprise in lots of quarters, the US Banjul embassy unprecedentedly refused to grant visa to up to 24 Gambia government officials and other echelons of the civil service, barring them from attending the 80th Session of the UNGA in New York....

The refusal of Gambia government officials visa by the United States embassy in Banjul to attend the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) could save Gambian taxpayers more than US$200,000 just on air tickets alone. In what came as a surprise in lots of quarters, the US[Read Mor...