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The Gambia inaugurates major road infrastructure projects and advances healthcare access in rural regions, while government and international partners strengthen bilateral ties and governance capacity.
The Gambia News
26km Road Project Opens CRR Connectivity
President Barrow inaugurated the Reneru-Karantaba road project in Central River Region to improve regional connectivity and economic access.
Year-Round Rice Production Initiative Launched
The government is pushing expanded rice cultivation at the RRVCD Solar Project, positioning rice as a strategic staple food production priority.
Two New Health Posts Reduce Rural Medicare Burden
Central River Region is receiving two new health facilities to reduce travel distances and improve healthcare access for remote communities.
Journalists Urged to Protect Children in Reporting
The Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA) called on media professionals to balance storytelling with child protection standards.
Youth Leader Flags Public Safety Concerns
A youth leader raised alarm that Gambian society and citizens feel unsafe, highlighting security and social stability issues.
Gambia and Spain Strengthen Bilateral Relations
The two nations reaffirmed their commitment to deepening diplomatic and cooperative ties.
AU Youth Ambassadors Meet Foreign Affairs Minister
African Union Youth Ambassadors for Peace made a courtesy call to The Gambia's Minister of Foreign Affairs to discuss regional peace initiatives.
Foreign Policy Overhaul Underway
The Gambia is preparing to rewrite its 61-year-old foreign policy framework, signaling a strategic shift in international positioning.
EU and IOM Build Migration Governance Capacity
The European Union and International Organization for Migration are partnering with the government to strengthen institutional capacity for effective migration management.
Nigeria and Gambia Launch Tech Cooperation
The two West African nations agreed to promote technology and skills development cooperation to advance mutual economic interests.
National Lottery Rollout Accelerates
The Gambia signed a five-year deal with Techlott to advance nationwide lottery system implementation.
Darboe Reaffirms Coalition Commitment
A senior government official pledged continued adherence to coalition agreements, signaling political stability and partnership continuity.
U-17 Football Screening Continues
The national youth football screening process is ongoing at the National Technical Training Centre to identify emerging talent.
Africa's First Just Transition Reporting Guide Released
The Gambia contributed to Africa's inaugural guide for reporting on just energy transitions, advancing climate and development journalism standards.
Women Transform Grief Into Song
Gambian women are channeling personal loss and collective experience into musical expression, creating cultural and emotional narratives.