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13/08/2026

As the Atlantic breeze sweeps across the Gambian capital, the mood is anything but calm. With presidential elections set for December 5, 2026, the country finds itself at a crossroads: will it deepen its fragile democratic experiment or entrench executive power under President Adama Barrow. A Controversial Third Term: Barrow, who swept to power in…

As the Atlantic breeze sweeps across the Gambian capital, the mood is anything but calm. With presidential elections set for December 5, 2026, the country finds itself at a crossroads: will it deepen its fragile democratic experiment, or entrench executive power under President Adama Barrow.  A Con...

13/08/2026

A university student politician, youth leader and Busumbala Constituency representative at the National Youth Parliament (NYP) has raised deep concerns over the recent wave of violent crimes, such as murder, armed robbery and r**e, in The Gambia. In an inclusive interview with this reporter, Mr. Ebrima H. Secka maintained that the situation is not only…

https://senigambia.com/recent-wave-of-violent-crimes-deeply-disturbing-youth-leader/

13/08/2026

The Writers’ Association of The Gambia (WAG) has earmarked the much-awaited Gambia Literature Day to celebrate the life, times and writings of national literary giant, poet and author Madam Juka Fatou Jabang. Taking place at the conference room of the West African International School on Saturday, September 26, the event is set to be graced…

The Writers’ Association of The Gambia (WAG) has earmarked the much-awaited Gambia Literature Day to celebrate the life, times and writings of national literary giant, poet and author Madam Juka Fatou Jabang. Taking place at the conference room of the West African International School on Saturday,...

13/08/2026

United Democratic Party (UDP) leader and Secretary General, Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, has assured Gambians and partners in the Gambia First Coalition that his word is his bond, stressing that his commitment to political agreements goes beyond signatures on paper. Speaking on the “For the People by the People show”, Darboe was pressed on what guarantees…

United Democratic Party (UDP) leader and Secretary General, Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, has assured Gambians and partners in the Gambia First Coalition that his word is his bond, stressing that his commitment to political agreements goes beyond signatures on paper.  Speaking on the “For the People by...

12/08/2026

The Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) has officially unveiled the Kanifing Migrant Resilience Hub, a groundbreaking $450,000 initiative funded through the Mayors Migration Council’s Global Cities Fund 2025. The Hub, launched on 11 August 2026 at the KMC office grounds in Westfield, is designed to support the social and economic reintegration of migrant returnees and attempted…

The Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) has officially unveiled the Kanifing Migrant Resilience Hub, a groundbreaking $450,000 initiative funded through the Mayors Migration Council’s Global Cities Fund 2025. The Hub, launched on 11 August 2026 at the KMC office grounds in Westfield, is designed to s...

12/08/2026

In the villages of Sanunding, Kundam Mafatty, Bamba Kolong, and Kunukou, conversations about democracy are taking root in a new way. The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE), backed by the EU-UNDP GREAT Initiative, has just concluded a sensitization campaign across the Upper River Region (URR) and Central River Region (CRR) South one that is…

In the villages of Sanunding, Kundam Mafatty, Bamba Kolong, and Kunukou, conversations about democracy are taking root in a new way. The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE), backed by the EU-UNDP GREAT Initiative, has just concluded a sensitization campaign across the Upper River Region (URR...

12/08/2026

When President Adama Barrow cut the ribbon on the newly completed Karantaba–Reneru–Tabanani–Demfaye Njaga–Fitu Fulla Road Project on August 11, 2026, the cheers from villagers were more than ceremonial. For the people of the Central River Region, the 26-kilometre stretch of asphalt represents a lifeline one that promises to reshape daily life in profound ways. For…

When President Adama Barrow cut the ribbon on the newly completed Karantaba–Reneru–Tabanani–Demfaye Njaga–Fitu Fulla Road Project on August 11, 2026, the cheers from villagers were more than ceremonial. For the people of the Central River Region, the 26-kilometre stretch of asphalt represent...

12/08/2026

The Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA) and the Gambia Press Union (GPU), with support from UNICEF Gambia, have commenced a two-day training workshop on children’s rights and ethical reporting for media practitioners. The training, held from 11–12 August 2026, is part of the project “Strengthening Media Capacity on Children’s Rights and…

The Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA) and the Gambia Press Union (GPU), with support from UNICEF Gambia, have commenced a two-day training workshop on children’s rights and ethical reporting for media practitioners.  The training, held from 11–12 August 2026, is part ...

11/08/2026

In the quiet community of Fass N’jagga Choi, one woman’s daily work is making a life-saving difference. Kumba Touray, a dedicated ambulance driver, has become a vital link between patients and healthcare services, ensuring that emergencies are met with swift and safe transportation. As President Adama Barrow continues to hand over new ambulances to communities…

In the quiet community of Fass N’jagga Choi, one woman’s daily work is making a life-saving difference. Kumba Touray, a dedicated ambulance driver, has become a vital link between patients and healthcare services, ensuring that emergencies are met with swift and safe transportation. As President...

11/08/2026

His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia, yesterday received the Board of the National Nutrition Agency (NaNA) at State House during its routine six-month briefing on the Agency’s progress, challenges, and strategic priorities. Board Chairperson Musukuta Komma described the engagement as part of NaNA’s accountability process, providing updates on…

His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia, yesterday received the Board of the National Nutrition Agency (NaNA) at State House during its routine six-month briefing on the Agency’s progress, challenges, and strategic priorities.  Board Chairperson Musukuta ...