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Spanish news agency EFE has reported that Morocco and Spain have reached an agreement to return all migrants who entered...
30/07/2026

Spanish news agency EFE has reported that Morocco and Spain have reached an agreement to return all migrants who entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta back to Morocco following the latest surge.

According to EFE, coordination efforts are underway to return between 1,500 and 2,000 people who arrived in Ceuta over the past ten days.

The two countries have also agreed to review and implement measures for the handover, as soon as possible, of all those who entered illegally.

30/07/2026

"I know people will say all kinds of things about me. Gambian politics is very funny. Everyone has the right to associate with anyone they choose, but when Mama Kandeh chooses to associate with someone, people say he has no such right. To those insulting me, I want you to know that some of you do not belong to the GDC and may never have voted for me. Your insults do not affect me."

— Mama Kandeh defends his decision to form an alliance with the ruling NPP.

Finance Minister Seedy Keita says civil servants could get a 30% salary increase in January 2027 if President Adama Barr...
30/07/2026

Finance Minister Seedy Keita says civil servants could get a 30% salary increase in January 2027 if President Adama Barrow is re-elected and the government has enough money.

Speaking on West Coast Radio, Keita said the promise is not just an election campaign pledge but part of the government's plan to improve the lives of public workers by giving them better pay.

He said the government is collecting more money by improving the tax system and reducing revenue losses, instead of introducing new taxes.

According to Keita, these efforts have already helped increase civil servants' salaries by 110% since 2017 and 60% since 2022.

He added that the proposed 30% salary increase will only happen if President Barrow wins the December 2026 presidential election and the government has enough money to fund it.

30/07/2026

Footage shows thousands of migrants entering Spain from Morocco.

Halifa Sallah Calls for Urgent Border Demarcation After Bullock IncidentVeteran Gambian politician Halifa Sallah has des...
29/07/2026

Halifa Sallah Calls for Urgent Border Demarcation After Bullock Incident

Veteran Gambian politician Halifa Sallah has described the recent Bullock border incident as a wake-up call for The Gambia, urging the government to take immediate steps to clearly define and protect the country’s borders with Senegal.

Speaking on QTV, Sallah stressed that protecting national territory and sovereignty must remain a priority. He questioned the circumstances that led to the use of force in a sensitive border area and said both countries need to provide clear answers about what happened.

Sallah said the long delay in officially demarcating the border since independence has created uncertainty and increased the risk of disputes. He argued that a clearly marked border is necessary to prevent future misunderstandings and protect peaceful relations between the two nations.

The Bullock incident occurred after Senegalese forces entered Gambian territory and removed parts of the fence surrounding a Gambian military post, an action that was condemned by many Gambians as a violation of the country’s sovereignty. Despite the incident, Gambian soldiers remained calm and showed restraint, while the Gambian government praised their professionalism and condemned the action.

Senegal later attempted to justify its move by referring to concerns over alleged border encroachment. However, critics questioned why Senegal chose to take action inside Gambian territory instead of resolving the matter through diplomatic channels. The incident has raised concerns about respect for The Gambia’s territorial integrity and the need for stronger protection of its borders.

Sallah called for both governments to focus on dialogue and a peaceful solution, reminding citizens that defending and contributing to the progress of one’s country is a responsibility that goes beyond political positions. He also noted that The Gambia and Senegal share deep historical ties and are members of ECOWAS, the African Union, and the United Nations.

As discussions continue, many Gambians are calling for a permanent solution to the border issue to ensure that similar incidents do not happen again.

29/07/2026

"The women of Jimara are disappointed."😊

29/07/2026

Remember, both of them once told the Gambian people that President Barrow’s government was incompetent and corrupt.

But today, they have joined the same government they strongly criticised.

Were those criticisms based on genuine concerns for the country, or were they simply political statements made for personal gain?

29/07/2026

A viral video has sparked outrage after UK police handcuffed and restrained a young Black boy on the ground in the Isle of Dogs, east London, while he repeatedly asked what he had done.

The boy and the person filming said he had only been play-fighting with his white friends. The Metropolitan Police said officers saw a group who appeared to be fighting near Alexia Square at around 8:30pm on Saturday, 25 July 2026. According to the force, the group ran when they noticed the officers and discarded items, including a balaclava. Officers chased two children and detained the boy for a stop and search.

No weapons were found, no offences were identified and nobody was arrested. The Met has defended the officers’ actions, arguing that the viral footage only shows part of the encounter. However, many people are questioning why a child needed to be pinned down and handcuffed, particularly while his white friends were reportedly not treated in the same way. The Met’s statement did not specifically address the racial identities of the other children.

RAFFIE DIAB BREAKS SILENCE: "I WAS HAPPY WHEN TALIB LEFT THE UDP—MY BIGGEST WISH IS NEVER TO SEE A UDP GOVERNMENT IN MY ...
28/07/2026

RAFFIE DIAB BREAKS SILENCE: "I WAS HAPPY WHEN TALIB LEFT THE UDP—MY BIGGEST WISH IS NEVER TO SEE A UDP GOVERNMENT IN MY LIFETIME OR MY CHILDREN'S LIFETIME";

"SUPPORTING PRESIDENT BARROW IS OUR PARTY'S DECISION, NOT MINE ALONE"

After days of trending online over the pickup truck donation at State House, Citizens' Alliance (CA) Chairman Raffie has finally responded to critics, making it clear that his party's support for President Adama Barrow is a democratic decision taken by the party not something he intends to apologise for.

"On Saturday, I went to State House on behalf of Citizens' Alliance (CA) to receive a pickup truck donated by President Barrow, alongside seven other coalition partners"

Ever since then, I have been trending online, especially among the Yellow camp, with many complaining about it and even claiming that I was the reason Talib left their party. What baffles me is how they give me so much credit and importance that a simple and humble guy like me could supposedly make one of the most influential and promising leaders of what they call the biggest opposition party leave. I must say they are making me more famous and boosting my profile without even realising it.

I did not see them mention any of the other coalition members who also collected pickup trucks. It was just Raffie, Raffie, Raffie. That tells me I must be living rent-free in their minds.

I must confess that I was happy when Talib left them because my biggest wish is never to see a UDP government in my lifetime or even in my children's lifetime.

We have now entered campaign mode, and I am back from my sabbatical leave on the campaign front. For everyone's information, I am the Chairman of Citizens' Alliance, and my party has been in coalition with President Barrow since 2022. At our recent party congress in Soma, the party openly declared its support for President Barrow's bid in the 2026 presidential election.

If any of you do not like that decision, I am sorry, but we live in a democracy, and everyone has the right to support whoever they choose. You are free to unfriend me if you wish, but one thing is certain: if anyone comes onto my page to insult me, they will be blocked and their comments deleted immediately. I welcome healthy debate, but once the insults begin, you already know what comes next.

Elections are won at the grassroots level, not on Facebook. So let them keep talking online while we continue doing what we have been doing since 2019 going into communities, meeting people, and canvassing for votes.

The Senegalese Army is back in Tranquil today, 28 July 2026, in Darsilameh, despite previously agreeing to withdraw furt...
28/07/2026

The Senegalese Army is back in Tranquil today, 28 July 2026, in Darsilameh, despite previously agreeing to withdraw further from the contact line.

Senegal has reportedly begun renovating a border post inside The Gambia that it had agreed to abandon and withdraw from several years ago in order to avoid conflict with The Gambia. Senegal continues to claim this land but has not publicly provided evidence that it lies outside Gambian territory. Why is Senegal so determined to take land from The Gambia? What is happening that we do not know about?

Both the Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) and the Senegalese Army agreed to deconflict the situation and move away from the border checkpoints. While the GAF has respected the agreement, Senegal is allegedly violating it. The Senegalese Army's actions appear provocative and disrespectful. The current direction they are taking is hostile and does not reflect the spirit of brotherhood between the two countries.

The Government of The Gambia should act promptly before the situation deteriorates further.

— Mr. Lamin Tamba

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