India News Digest
The Gambia will use funds from the sale of former ruler Yahya Jammeh's US property to compensate his victims, according to multiple reports. Separately, the country's presidential election is scheduled for December 5.
The Gambia News
Reparations From Sale of Former Ruler's US Mansion
Funds from the sale of former Gambian ruler Yahya Jammeh's US property will be used to compensate victims of his regime. Coverage from Al Jazeera and AP News reports the same development.
Presidential Poll Set for December 5
President Adama Barrow said the world will witness a peaceful and transparent election on December 5. The statement was reported by The Point Newspaper.
State Opposes Manjang's Bid to Strike Out Desertion Charge
The state has opposed a fresh application by Manjang to have the desertion charge against him struck out. The case is ongoing in court.
UN Rapporteur Urges Full Abolition of Death Penalty
A UN Special Rapporteur has urged The Gambia to fully abolish the death penalty. The call was reported by The Point Newspaper.
UN Rapporteur Praises Transitional Justice Process
A UN Special Rapporteur praised The Gambia as a model of transitional justice. The remarks were reported by The Point Newspaper.
At Least 12 Migrants Dead, Many Missing
At least 12 migrants have died and many others are missing in an incident in The Gambia, according to InfoMigrants. The report does not include further details in the available summary.
Gambia Adopts First National Dementia Plan
The Gambia has adopted its first national dementia plan, which the WHO Regional Office for Africa describes as a milestone for the continent. The plan is the country's first formal framework on dementia.
Push to End Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis
The Gambia is pursuing efforts to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis. The initiative was reported by The Point Newspaper.
Study Examines Survival Among Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients
A study covering 2020 to 2022 examines predictors of survival among hospitalized COVID-19 patients in The Gambia. The research was reported by Bioengineer.org.
Youth and Security Action Plans Developed With NYC Involvement
The Point Newspaper reports that NYC played a central role in designing, coordinating and popularising the National Action Plans on Youth and Security in The Gambia. The report does not give further detail in the available summary.
Tanji Women Fish Vendors Raise Concerns Over Prices and Theft
Women fish vendors in Tanji have complained about high prices and theft. The concerns were reported by The Point Newspaper.
Dembo Danjo Inspires Gambia Win Over Mali at WAFU U-20 Tournament
Gambia defeated Mali in the WAFU U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, with Dembo Danjo credited for his role in the win. The report is from The Point Newspaper.
WAFFEST 2026 Opens in Banjul
The West Africa Food Festival (WAFFEST) 2026 has opened in Banjul. The Point Newspaper reports the opening under the headline 'Taste of a continent'.