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The Gambia Have Your Say, New Yundum, Brikama (2025)

12/12/2025

THE GAMBIAN NEWSPAPERS AT A GLANCE

1. The Point Newspaper (Friday, 12th December 2025)

"Gambia commits to implement Global Compact Migration"

"Juka Jabang honoured with GWCC lifetime achievement award"

"GPA clarifies capacity constraints for handling cement vessels"

"UDP victory is victory of all Gambians – Lawyer Darboe"

"High Court denies 'notorious' jungler Sanna Manjang bail"

"Nothing can stop me from running for 2029 elections – Sonko"

"Finalists for Africell's 'Nekal Borom Kerr' Campaign Announced on new Xallis Kesseh Show"

2. The Standard Newspaper (Friday, 12th December 2025)

"4 suspected illegal migration agents arrested"

"Minister says only 12 foreign fishing vessels operating in Gambian waters"

"Finalists for Africell's 'Nekal Borom Kerr' Campaign revealed"

"'SEMESTER' jailed for sharing video of s*x act with woman"

"Jungler Sana Manjang denied bail"

"Rights group urges National Assembly to scrutinise sale of Mile 2 prison"

"UDP nationwide tour starts with rousing welcome at Barra"

3. Foroyaa Newspaper (Friday, 12th December 2025)

"New Gratuity Bill Promises Big Payouts for MPs, Their Families, and Successors"

"Hon. Suwaibou Touray Says 2026 Budget Built on 'Unsustainable Promises'"

"Tribute to Sheikh El Hajj Omar Pye, O.B.E. – Venerable Religious Leader, Businessman and Renowned Politician (1888–1959)"

"MP Criticises Colleagues of Shielding Government on 2026 Budget"

"Eyewitness Describes Police Slapping and Beating of Omar Badjie Before His Death"

"State Counsel Okete Concludes Cross-Examination of Rongo in D30 Million Civil Suit"

"Judge Orders State to File Indictment Against Sanna Manjang"

4. The VOICE Newspaper (Friday, 12th December 2025)

"NAMS' Salaries and Pensions Amendment Bill Reaches Final Stage"

"Sanyang Community Gears Up for SDF Maiden AGM"

"High Court Orders Abdoulie Sanyang to Enter Defence on Arson, Judicial Interference Charges"

"Government Launches 2026 Roadmap for Nationwide Electricity Access"

"Court Rejects Bail for Sanna Manjang, Orders State to File Indictment"

"SOS Children's Village Moves To Promote Organic Fertilisers in The Gambia"

"Nigerian Man Stands Accused of Assault"

"Finalists for Africell's 'Nekal Borom Kerr' Campaign Announced on new Xallis Kesseh Show"

Compiled by The Gambia Have Your Say

11/12/2025

THE GAMBIAN NEWSPAPERS AT A GLANCE

1️⃣ The Voice (11 December 2025)

"Minister Says Government Gets Only 25% in Airport Security Port Deal"

"Gambia Completes Study on Social and Financial Education in Schools"

"Witness Details Police Beating of Omar Badjie Before His Death"

"Gov't Negotiates D6.7bn Investment in Gamtel/Gamcel Restructuring"

"High Mortality of Small Ruminants Reported in Upper Nuimi and Jokadou"

"Gov't Signs Over D1.1 Billion Feeder Roads Contracts"

"Kafuta Murder Suspect Remanded as Case Goes to High Court"

2️⃣ Foroyaa (11 December 2025)

"NHRC Finds Progress in Detention Conditions, Highlights Gaps"

"Government Directs PURA to Lift Price Floor on Cellphone Data"

"Minister of Interior Responds to Parliamentary Questions on 'Operation Clear The Road' & Others"

"Parliament Confronts Digital Economy Minister on Gamcel/Gamtel Takeover"

"Rights Commission Chairperson Says Human Rights Are Abstract Ideals, Not Daily Realities"

"Gambia Presents Report to ECOWAS Parliament"

"Trust Bank Donates Vital Supplies to Hospitals"

"GAMTEL/GAMCEL’s Future on the Balance"

"Are Public Assets Secure in the Hands of the Current Government?" (Editorial)

3️⃣ The Point (11 December 2025)

"Lawyer Camara Rejects Witness Testifying Without Written Statement as 'Prejudicial'"

"Former VP Tambajang Slams Barrow for CRC Collapse"

"Loum Appointed Chief of Staff, Replaces Trade Minister Ceesay"

"Gov't Begins Executive Push to Regularise Ghana Town Status – Interior Minister"

"Trust Bank PLC Injects Another D500K into Gambia's Health Care Sector"

"Moscow’s Africa Director Due in Banjul for High-Level Talks"

"Tribute to Sheikh El Haj Omar Fye, O.B.E., J.P. – Venerable Religious Leader, Businessman, and Politician (1888–1959)"

4️⃣ The Standard (11 December 2025)

"Gov't to Sell 80 Percent Shares at Gamcel for D6 Billion"

"Soldier Arrested for Negligent Discharge of Weapon"

"Gov't Says PURA Directed to Remove Floor Price on Mobile Data"

"Mod K. Ceesay Appointed Minister of Trade"

"Gambia to Host Sir Dawda Human Rights Competition"

"Business Establishment Survey (BES) 2025/26 Announced"

"NHRC’s Joof Comments on Human Rights Issues"

Compiled by The Gambia Have Your Say

10/12/2025

THE GAMBIAN NEWSPAPERS AT A GLANCE

THE POINT NEWSPAPER (Wednesday, 10 December 2025)

“We push forward for visa-free initiatives with Gambia, West Africa – Indonesia Director of African Affairs”

“Environment Ministry’s PS elected chair at AFWC25”

“Assembly approves 2026 budget with rising spending of D43bn”

“Ousainou Bojang’s sister breaks down in tears as she opens defence”

“Buba Jammeh was shot by ‘friendly-fire’ in Gunjur–Berending land dispute – Lawyer Camara tells witness”

“Egyptian Medical Center set to serve Gambia with first-ever IVF Unit”

“Business Establishment Survey (BES) 2025/26”

THE VOICE (Wednesday, 10 December 2025)

“National Assembly approves GMD 737M for Presidency as 2026 budget passes”

“GPA clarifies capacity constraints for handling cement vessels”

“Ex-soldier pleads guilty to killing elderly woman in Brikama”

“Jah Oil attributes cement shortage to port and weather challenges”

“National Assembly advances Early Warning and Response Mechanism Bill 2025”

“CRAWAH and Partners host community research engagement workshop in The Gambia”

THE STANDARD (Wednesday, 10 December 2025)

“Kurang speaks on joining UDP”

“Cement dealers blame shortage on government policy”

“Police say Brikama murder suspect lied about being a former soldier”

“Assembly increases its own budget to D649M from the proposed D569M”

“Gov’t says $19M arrears paid to Karpower borrowed from CBG”

“Jah Oil explains cement shortage, price increment”

“16 would-be migrants arrested in joint security operation”

“GPA clarifies capacity constraints for handling cement vessels”

“Sanyang community general meeting to discuss village development fund”

FOROYAA (Wednesday, 10 December 2025)

“10 Banjul councillors confront CEO’s office: ‘Good intentions do not substitute for good governance’”

“GPA clarifies capacity constraints for handling cement vessels”

“Gambia gets maiden land policy to ensure sustainable land use”

“Parliament approves D43.4 billion national budget for 2026”

“D13,458,758,357 set to be used as debt services”

“Climate change forces Gambian oyster farmers to diversify livelihoods”

“Jah Oil explains cement shortage”

“Police officer testifies in trafficking case involving two boys”

Compiled by The Gambia Have Your Say

09/12/2025

THE GAMBIAN NEWSPAPERS AT A GLANCE

Foroyaa Newspaper (Tuesday, 9 December 2025)

“Government to Use Wave Money Transfer to Pay Farmers”

“QNET Clarifies Business Model”

“We don't do visas, no travel, no Job opportunities – we are a direct selling company”

“Lawmakers Demand Citizenship Rights for Ghana Town Residents”

“BCC Officials Defend D5 Million Youth-Led Cleansing Project Amid Councillors' Objections”

“Doctor Testifies in Latrikunda Case”

“Junction Drifting Survivor Exposes Brutal ‘Backway’ Reality”

“Anti-Corruption Advocate Proposes Cement Tariff Rollback to Rescue Construction & Employment”

The Standard Newspaper (Tuesday, 9 December 2025)

“Witness tells court GACH paid over $989K to Saikou Drammeh at his Brufut home”

“Assembly vote against debate on Appropriation Bill again”

“Alhajie Mamadi Kurang joins UDP”

“Jawara’s nephew advises Barrow to step aside, protect his legacy”

“NFSPMC launches POS machines, modern screening technology”

“NAMs called for Ghana Town residents to be granted nationality”

“Trust Bank donates D450K medical items to Bundung Maternity, Tanka-Tanka”

The Point Newspaper (Tuesday, 9 December 2025)

“Mayor Bensouda honoured at FENAC cultural festival in Guinea”

“Launching of CGG signals fresh push for accountability in Gambia's reform era”

“GFF slams GALA, says pressure group ‘out of touch’”

“Gambia stands ready to work closely with Indonesia – Amb Lang Yabou”

“Barrow attends Ouattara's fourth term inauguration”

“Parliament debates urgent need for citizenship reform”

“Trust Bank Ltd presents items worth D450,000 to Tanka Tanka, BMCH”

The Voice Newspaper (Tuesday, 9 December 2025)

“Islamic Scholars Coalition backs UDP for 2026 polls”

“Gambia's forex market stable as reserves, remittances strengthen – Central Bank”

“Gambia Parliament debates plight of stateless residents in Ghana Town”

“Vendors warn of price hikes ahead of Ramadan”

“Parliament approves 2026 budget amid unusual tensions”

“Up to 50% of cancer cases preventable – NCCP Manager”

“High Court acquits man of manslaughter over lack of evidence”

“PASTEF calls on government to withdraw charges against Borry Touray, warns against ‘selective justice’”

Compiled by The Gambia Have Your Say

08/12/2025

Former Janneh Commission secretary Mamadi Kurang switches to opposition UDP.
Do you support his decision or not?

08/12/2025

THE GAMBIAN NEWSPAPERS AT A GLANCE

THE STANDARD – 8 December 2025

“Gambia's debt stands at D129.5 billion as of 2024”

“Coalition of Islamic scholars endorse UDP ahead of 2026 elections”

“Ex-soldier arrested for allegedly killing woman at Brikama farm”

“Gov Saidy denies CBG refused to be audited by NAO”

“Economist hails CBG for cutting interest rate”

“Gov’t says stranded cement ships will soon be able to access port”

“Karpower country manager clarifies gov’t paid $19.6 million arrears since July”

“Brikama Social Dev’t Assoc vows to transform town”

“Remembering beloved patriarch, Sheikh Omar Faye”

FOROYAA – 8 December 2025

“Finance Minister delivers 2026 budget speech”

“District Chief returns official stamps to three Foni Alkalos following meeting with Governor”

“Incident linked to their absence in welcoming President Barrow in Foni”

“Gambia moves forward on TRRC prosecutions as Justice Jobarteh takes up Sanna Manjang's case”

“Ten BCC Councillors petition CEO over allocation of D5 Million for cleansing service”

“Threatened to take administrative action to protect BCC”

“Domestic Revenue surges to D28.8 Billion in first 9 months of 2025”

“Foroyaa wins award in National Journalism Awards”

“Business Establishment Survey (BES) 2025/26”

“Is the political temperature rising in The Gambia?”

THE POINT – 8 December 2025

“Faye signs decree to give Prime Minister Sonko more leverage”

“Ex-Barrow ally forms new party, vows to rejuvenate economy”

“Gov't targets economic stability, growth as 2026 budget priorities”

“A time for justice, act on TRRC findings”

“Gov't rolls out landmark machinery to modernise agriculture”

“Minister reaffirms gov't support as GPU awards Journalists”

“Remembering, once again, a beloved Patriarch, Sheikh Omar Faye”

THE VOICE – 8 December 2025

“GPU celebrates 10 years of journalism excellence”

“Witness testifies Saikou Drammeh received large cash transfers in GACH Global Case”

“Safety and security of journalists is a right, not a privilege – Information Minister”

“Gambia sets D55.3 Billion budget for 2026 as public debt hits record D129.5 Billion”

“NFSPMC unveils digital payment system and modern screening machines to boost groundnut sector”

“Ex-Soldier arrested in connection with Brikama Misira Murder”

“Manneh calls on Tujereng Residents to vote for 'Better Change'”

THE GAMBIA DAILY– 8 December 2025

“Gambia secures prestigious leadership role at UN Headquarters”

“2026 Budget posits stability, human capital development and fiscal discipline”

“Gov't rolls out sustainable livelihood support initiative to enhance community climate adaptation”

“President concludes 2025 tour with commitment to development agenda”

“Minister Ceesay honours Gambian journalists, calls for professional integrity”

Compiled by The Gambia Have Your Say

07/12/2025

Benin Coup Attempt Foiled – Government Regains Control

Benin has narrowly escaped a military takeover after an attempted coup was reportedly foiled on Sunday, December 7, 2025. According to Benin’s Interior Minister, a small group of soldiers attempted to mutiny and destabilize the country, but the move failed as the armed forces remained loyal to the constitution and government.
Earlier in the day, a group of soldiers appeared on national television claiming they had dissolved the government and announced the removal of President Patrice Talon. They also attempted to shut down state media signals, but normal broadcasting has now been restored.
Authorities confirmed that order has been brought back, although tensions remain high following gunshots reportedly heard near the presidential residence. Regional leaders under ECOWAS have strongly condemned the attempted coup and affirmed their support for constitutional rule in Benin.
This incident adds to a growing list of political instability concerns in West Africa, as countries across the region continue to experience military takeovers and failed power grabs.

Do you think military coups can ever be justified, or should democracy always be protected at all costs? 👇

07/12/2025

Coup'de'etat in Benin as soldiers announce seizure of power.

Photo credit: WoG

05/12/2025

THE GAMBIAN NEWSPAPERS AT A GLANCE

The Voice Newspaper (5 December 2025)

"Central Bank Cuts Policy Rate As Global Recovery Slows Down"

"Government Moves to Ease Cement Shortage as Port Dredging Accelerates"

"Unauthorized Medicine Seller Convicted Over Selling Unregistered Products"

"UDP Deputy Leader Demands Borry Touray's Release, Police Confirms Arrest"

"Minister Says Reducing Maternal Deaths Top Priority For Health Ministry"

"Company Director Gets 3-Year Imprisonment For Stealing D1 Million"

"Minister Admits Gambia Still Not Meeting ECOWAS Currency Criteria"

Foroyaa Newspaper (5 December 2025)

"Gambia Cuts Key Interest Rate as Inflation Falls and Economy Stays Strong"

"UDP's Borry Touray Charged With 'Incitement to Violence'"

"Gambia Football Federation Pushes Back Against GALA's Petition, Requests Evidence Over Sentiment"

"Finance Minister to Present 2026 Budget Speech Today"

"Bakau Residents Appeal for Street Lights, Drainage System and Fishing Boats"

"High Court Upholds Six-Year Sentence for Serial Thief After Appeal Bid Fails"

"Barrow Lays Foundation for Modern Fish Smokehouse in Banjul"

The Point Newspaper (5 December 2025)

"CG Darboe Highlights GRA's Infrastructural Achievements"

"Former President Embaló Reportedly Flies to Morocco After Controversial Post-Election Turmoil"

"Lawyer Borry S. Touray Charged With Incitement of Violence"

"GFF Hits Back, Labels GALA's Allegations 'Malicious, Misleading'"

"Remittances Hit US$638M as Gambians Abroad Boost Economy"

"Currency Crisis Sparks Heated Exchanges in Parliament as Minister Defends Govt Measures"

"Gambia, Indonesia Strengthen Cooperation"

The Standard Newspaper (5 December 2025)

"Gambia Imports $1 Billion in Goods, Exports Only $309 Million – CBG Governor"

"CBG Gov Lashes Out at Pseudo-Journalists, Defends Staff in Currency Scandal"

"Centre Calls for Transparency in Appointment of Anti-Corruption Commissioners"

"UDP's Lawyer Borry Touray Charged With Incitement to Violence"

"Gov’t to Pay $19.6 Million Arrears to Karpower Following Termination of Contract"

"Sabally Warns NPP Militants Undermining Party Will Be Expelled"

"Guinea-Bissau Electoral Commission Confirms Total Destruction of Election Materials"

"Russia-Ukraine War Reaches Senegal Following Tanker Bombing"

"The Ceesay Legacy: A Thousand Years of Power, Faith and Knowledge"

Compiled by The Gambia Have Your Say

04/12/2025

THE GAMBIAN NEWSPAPERS AT A GLANCE

The VOICE (Thursday, 4th December 2025)

"Lawyer Martin Urges UDP to Avoid Emotional Politics"

"Parliament Endorses Anti-Corruption Commission Leaders"

"Omar Badjie's Inquest Resumes With Witness Majula Jammeh Testifying"

"Notorious Fugitive Sanna Manjang Remanded Over Triple Murder Charges"

"Lawmakers Advance Bill to Increase Pay and Pension Packages"

"Deputy Governor Clears Air Over Stamp Seizure From Three Foni 'Alkalolu'"

"Assembly Probes €13 Million Bus Procurement and Budget Support Status"

"PASTEF Marks Disability Day, Calls For Inclusion and Equal Opportunity"

The Point (Thursday, 4th December 2025)

"NYSS Graduate Programme is a strategic pathway to reduce youth unemployment"

"Gambia validates legal gap analysis to reform 2005 Children's Act"

"How Gambian CEO Muhammed Jah Is Transforming Telecoms in Sierra Leone and The Gambia"

"Sanna Manjang charged with murder of Deyda Hydara, others"

"Finance minister defends C13M GTSC bus deal as MPs press for clarity"

"Corruption nominees with Serign Mass Jallow as chairperson Assembly endorses Anti-Corruption Commission"

"G/Bissau electoral chief unable to finalise result after armed men steal vote tally sheets"

The Standard (Thursday, 4th December 2025)

"Gambia records 58 maternal deaths in 8 months"

"SDF changes to Gambia Development Bank"

"How Gambian CEO Muhammed Jah is transforming telecoms in Sierra Leone and Gambia"

"Sanna Manjang charged with killing Deyda Hydara, 2 others"

"Assembly confirms 3 anti-corruption commissioners"

"UDP concerned over Borry Touray's questioning by police"

"Auditor general's lawsuit proceeds in open court"

"Centre demands Borry Touray withdraw 'incendiary' remarks against Barrow"

Foroyaa (Thursday, 4th December 2025,)

"Sanna Manjang Arraigned on Three Criminal Charges of Murder Accused of Killing Deyda Hydara"

"Groundnut Trade Season Delayed"

"Government & Seccos Engage in Contract Talks"

"Environment Minister Updates National Assembly on WACA Project"

"Parliament Approves Appointments to Anti-Corruption Commission"

"How Gambian CEO Muhammed Jah Is Transforming Telecoms in Sierra Leone and The Gambia"

"Gambia Receives D5.56 Billion from D12.6 Billion in the Approved 2025 Budget Representing 43.8%"

"Eyewitness Says Omar Badjie Demanded Water While in Handcuffs But Police……"

Compiled by The Gambia Have Your Say

03/12/2025

THE GAMBIAN NEWSPAPERS AT A GLANCE

1. The Voice Newspaper (Wednesday, 3 December 2025)

"High Court Admits Mama Jabbi-Ousainou Audio, Overrules State Objection"

"Friday Is Budget Speech As Finance Minister Tables 2026 Appropriation Bill"

"GID Breaks Revenue Record With Over D580 Million Collected in 10 Months"

"National Assembly Session Stalls Again as Quorum Crisis Forces Adjournment"

"Fugitive Jammeh-Era Jungler Sanna Manjang Returned to Gambian Custody"

"Gambia Reaffirms Commitment To Forest and Wildlife Protection"

"Former Auditor General's Civil Suit Resumes Before Supreme Court"

2. The Standard Newspaper (Wednesday, 03 December 2025)

"Supreme Court dismisses State's bid to strike out auditor general's reply"

"Speaker defers contempt of Assembly ruling against ministers"

"Barrow pledges gov't's commitment to protect wildlife, combat environmental crime"

"JUNGLER SANA MANJANG EXTRADITED TO GAMBIA"

"National Assembly session adjourned over lack of quorum"

"Immigration collects over D580M in 2025"

"Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau presidential candidate after coup"

3. Foroyaa Newspaper (Wednesday, 3 December 2025)

"Sukuta Salagi Families Reject Minister's Claim They Deserve No Compensation Customary Claims Clash With State Authority"

"Alleged Killer of Two Policemen Closes Defence After Calling Twelve Witnesses"

"Court Views Video of Accused Chasing Deceased With Knife"

"National Assembly Adjourns for Lack of Quorum"

"Lawmakers Call for Action Against Absenteeism"

"President Barrow Pledges to End Reliance on Foreign Medical Testing"

"Accused in R**e Trial Alleges Attacks by Fellow Inmates"

"Alleged Killer Walks Free in Manslaughter Case"

4. The Point Newspaper (Wednesday, 03 November 2025)

"Court admits video footage in Arona Tine's alleged murder trial"

"VP Jallow says no nation grows with disappeared natural resources"

"NCAC will not accept artistes with inappropriate music content- Director Jarju"

"GFF under fire as GALA demands answers over millions of dalasis"

"Overcrowded juvenile wing sparks urgent welfare concern"

"Court rejects DPP's application, over disputed audio in PIU shooting case"

"Senegal hands over Sanna Manjang to Gambia amid arrest"

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