President Murmu unveils Gandhi bust in Skopje

India's President unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Skopje, describing it as a symbol of India's diplomatic ties with the region. The installation marks a cultural milestone in India's international relations.

Vaigai North Bank Road project 70% complete

The Vaigai North Bank Road in the North Bank Division has reached 70% completion, though the final link faces delays due to utility infrastructure issues. The project remains a key infrastructure development for the region.

Gambia wins $33.2 million arbitration case

An ICSID arbitration committee annulled a $33.2 million award against The Gambia in a shrimp farm dispute, marking a landmark legal victory for the country. The decision overturns a previous ruling that had posed significant financial liability.

Para-basketball squad misses Commonwealth Games qualification

The Gambia's para-basketball team failed to qualify for the 2026 Commonwealth Games despite spending D800,000 on preparation and participation efforts. The setback comes as the government continues supporting Olympic sports development.

Government allocates D6 million for Commonwealth Games

The Gambian government provided over D6 million to the Gambia National Olympic Committee to support the country's participation in the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The funding aims to boost athletic performance across multiple sports.

Interior Minister addresses Africa's security challenges

The Gambia's Interior Minister highlighted terrorism, cybercrime, and human trafficking as shared threats across Africa, calling for regional unity and coordinated responses. The statement underscores growing security concerns on the continent.

Colonel Lamin K. Sanyang returns as GAF spokesperson

Colonel Lamin K. Sanyang has resumed his position as spokesperson for the Gambian Armed Forces, signaling a leadership change in military communications.

VP Jallow bids farewell to enable country director transition

Vice President Jallow announced his departure to facilitate a transition for a new country director, indicating an administrative reshuffle at the senior government level.

Turkish envoy joins UTG tree-planting initiative

The Turkish envoy participated in a mass tree-planting event alongside the Vice Chancellor of the University of The Gambia and students, highlighting environmental and diplomatic cooperation.

LRA Commissioner General attends ATAF tax administration master class

The Liberian Revenue Authority Commissioner General participated in an African Tax Administration Forum master class held in The Gambia, focusing on tax administration best practices.

Pathologist reports broken glass in Mbaye case

A pathologist's examination revealed broken glass in the neck of a deceased individual in an ongoing investigation, providing new forensic evidence in the case.

Manipulated image of minor circulates regarding AFCON stadium access

Fact-checkers identified a manipulated image of a minor protesting stadium access for AFCON games in The Gambia, highlighting misinformation concerns around major sporting events.