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24/11/2025

President Barrow's meeting in Brikama drew massive and enthusiastic crowds. A highlight of the event was the presentation of a D3.2 million cheque to 23 women's groups in the West Coast Region (WCR), symbolising the government's commitment to women's empowerment.

In his address, President Barrow assured the gathering of his government's dedication to national development, citing billions of Dalasis invested in transformative projects.

Emphasising gradual yet impactful progress, Minister for Works, Hon. Ebrima Sillah, highlighted plans of road construction in Brikama Gidda, Misira, Dasilameh, Rumba, Kabafita, Jalambang, Jamisa, and other WCR areas.

Minister for Agriculture, Hon. Demba Sabally, also shared details on projects supporting farmers, including fertilizer, seeds, cold storage, new gardens, and improved water and electricity.

The crowd appreciated the President's commitment to advancing community lives and livelihoods.

24/11/2025

The opposition won more than 60% in 10 out of the 11 regions counted so far according to the unofficial tally.
The former president of Guinea-Bissau, José Mário Vaz (Jomav) advised Umaro Sissoco Embaló to take his wife and leave power in case of an election defeat.

Total silence at the MADEM-G15 party headquarters and at the presidency of the Republic, after the purification of the election results that gave the candidate Fernando Dias Da Costa a big victory, supported by PAIGC and PAI-TERRA RANKA.

Meanwhile, the electoral commission is expected to announce the official result by November 27th.

The main opposition party of PAIGC, which was rejected from contesting, decided to support Fernando Dias Da Costa.

24/11/2025

Mali receives 82 fuel tankers from Niger amid fuel crisis.

Mali has received 82 fuel tankers from neighbouring Niger, providing critical relief amid a severe fuel shortage, officials said on Sunday.

The convoy travelled 1,400 kilometres from Niamey to Bamako, taking 21 days to reach the Malian capital safely, navigating security risks along the route.

The fuel crisis in Mali has been exacerbated by a blockade imposed by al-Qaeda-linked militants, disrupting supply chains across the country.

Support from Niger, alongside international partners including Russia, is aimed at stabilising energy supplies and addressing Mali’s ongoing logistical and security challenges, officials added.

24/11/2025

🔴 BREAKING - Jamaican reggae legend Jimmy Cliff dies aged 81
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24/11/2025

Halifa Sallah PDOIS Congress Update 2025

24/11/2025

Halifa Sallah PDOIS Congress Update 2025

24/11/2025

Idriça Djaló took the opportunity to appeal for calm and serenity from the population, emphasizing that the dissemination of the results is the exclusive responsibility of the Regional Electoral Court (TRE) and that any conflicting information should be ignored.

  The Electoral Court (CNE) assured this Sunday that the official election results will be announced by Thursday,

24/11/2025

The Gambia Police Force delegation included Sub-Inspector Lamin Kebbeh of the Child & Gender Unit, Sergeant Buba NK Touray of the Press Office, Corporal Foday Nyassi of the Community Policing Unit, and 1st Class Musa Seckan of the Child & Gender Unit.

  The Gambia Police Force, in collaboration with the Office of National Security and with support from UNDP,

24/11/2025

Abubacarr Sedi Kinteh came in the second half and had an appreciative 28 minutes for his club Tromso IL as they won at home against Rosenborg BK in the Norwegian Eliteserien on Saturday.

Sedi Kinteh, who was watched by some Leicester City scouts on his 20th league appearance won 6 recoveries, 5 clearances, 26/29 accurate passes, and 100% duels with 36 touches.

Fo- Manneh

24/11/2025

A UK patrol ship has intercepted a Russian corvette and a tanker after shadowing them through the English Channel, the Defense Ministry said, adding that Russian naval activity around UK waters had increased by 30% over the past two years.

CNN

24/11/2025

Jeff Koinange, the Kenyan journalist, has been absent from Citizen TV since around August 2025. Rumors suggested he was possibly fired after allegedly appearing drunk on air, though his colleagues denied this.

He resurfaced in October, assuring fans he is well, but he has still not returned to broadcasting.

24/11/2025

GPF PROSECUTES MAN FOR DISMANTLING NAWEC TRANSFORMERS IN BRIKAMA

Date: November 24, 2025

The Gambia Police Force has arraigned Muhamed Kuyateh before the Brikama Magistrates’ Court for allegedly dismantling and stealing four (4) NAWEC 415 electric transformers valued at D242,600 from a transformer building in Jamisa, Brikama, West Coast Region.

The suspect appeared before Principal Magistrate Anna O. Mendy on Thursday, 20th November 2025, was charged with breaking into a building and stealing, offences linked to the dismantling of critical national electricity infrastructure. He pleaded not guilty to both charges and has been remanded at Mile 2 Central Prison pending the next court date on 1st December 2025.

The GPF, through its prosecution unit, maintains that tampering with or vandalising national infrastructure such as electricity installations is a serious crime that undermines essential services and public safety.
The Police reiterate that individuals bent on dismantling or stealing national infrastructure for personal gain will face the full force of the law.