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The Gambia's Independent Electoral Commission has announced five candidates for the 2026 presidential election, and an ECOWAS observation mission led by Cabo Verde's former prime minister Ulisses Silva has been set up to monitor the poll.
The Gambia News
Five Candidates Announced for Presidential Poll
The Gambia's electoral commission has announced five candidates for the presidential election. Lamin J. Darboe has pledged governance reform after filing his nomination.
ECOWAS Observation Mission Led by Former Cabo Verde PM
Cabo Verde's former prime minister Ulisses Silva is heading an ECOWAS observation mission for The Gambia's 2026 presidential election. The mission will monitor the vote.
ChildFund Urges Parties to Prioritise Children's Rights
ChildFund has called on political parties to prioritise children's rights ahead of the 2026 elections.
Gibba Calls for All Voices to Be Heard
Gibba has called for all voices, including those of Jammeh and victims, to be heard. The statement concerns accountability and the inclusion of differing perspectives.
Families of Slain Soldiers Still Seek Justice
Families of soldiers killed on November 11 continue to call for justice, 32 years after the killings.
Waste-Management Concession Implementation Plan Outlined
Partners have outlined a joint implementation plan for The Gambia's new waste-management concession.
Foreign Affairs Minister Receives Korean Credentials
The Foreign Affairs Minister received copies of letters of credence from the Korean ambassador to The Gambia.
ITC and Trade Ministry Renew Women Entrepreneur Commitment
The International Trade Centre and the Trade Ministry have renewed their commitment to expanding opportunities for women entrepreneurs in The Gambia.
Ivory Coast Beats Gambia in AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Ivory Coast secured a win against The Gambia in an AFCON 2027 match. The report does not include the scoreline in the available summary.
GFF Announces Bonuses for Under-20 Team
The Gambia Football Federation is presenting match bonuses to the Gambia U-20 team after it won the WAFU A U-20 trophy.
Shine Stars Honour Sulayman Sowe
Shine Stars has honoured Basse-born Sulayman Sowe with a guard of honour.
Gambia Claims First Olympic Medal at Dakar 2026
Mustapha Jadama is profiled as The Gambia's first medallist in an Olympic event, at Dakar 2026.