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The IMF has unlocked $28 million for The Gambia as its economy grows, and the country's 2026 election campaign is drawing attention to press safety and party activity. McDonald's has also raised its investment in north and east India to $80 million.
India Today
McDonald's Raises North and East India Investment to $80 Million
McDonald's has increased its investment in north and east India to $80 million, according to The Economic Times. The report notes that rising costs are squeezing the company's profit.
The Gambia News
IMF Unlocks $28 Million for The Gambia
The International Monetary Fund has released $28 million to The Gambia as the country's economy grows, according to Channel Africa.
Risks Facing Journalists Ahead of 2026 Election
A Voice Gambia report examines the hidden risks journalists face as The Gambia prepares for its 2026 election.
Gambia Receives 2026 Edinburgh Prize for Global Health Impact
The Gambia has been honoured with the 2026 Edinburgh Prize for Global Health Impact, according to The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.
GFF President Meets President Barrow
Gambia Football Federation president Kemo Ceesay held high-level discussions with President Barrow, according to The Point Newspaper.
UNESCO Marks International Day of Peace in Gambia
UNESCO held an intergenerational dialogue in The Gambia to mark the International Day of Peace, according to The Point Newspaper.
SJAG Launches Awards Committee for 2027 Sports Awards
The Sports Journalists Association of The Gambia launched an Awards Committee ahead of the 2027 National Sports Award Ceremony, according to The Point Newspaper.
Government Reaffirms Support for Team Gambia at Youth Olympic Games
Sports Minister Badjie reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting Team Gambia at the Youth Olympic Games, according to The Point Newspaper.
EFF Gambia Seeks Clarification Over Denial of Entry for Campaign Technicians
The EFF Gambia party is seeking clarification after campaign technicians were denied entry, according to Voice Gambia.
CGG Trains Students on the Access to Information Law
The Centre for Governance and Gender equipped tertiary students with tools to use The Gambia's Access to Information Law, according to The Point Newspaper.
UDP-Led Alliance Launches Manifesto With Four Missions
A UDP-led alliance has launched its manifesto, pledging four missions to rescue The Gambia, according to The Point Newspaper.
Barrow Cites SIS Transformation as Security Sector Reform
President Barrow acknowledged the transformation of the State Intelligence Service as evidence of security sector reform, according to The Point Newspaper.
Africmed CEO Receives Two International Awards
The CEO of Africmed has received two prestigious international awards, according to The Point Newspaper.
Fisheries Coalition Calls for Freeze on New Industrial Fishing Licences
A fisheries coalition has called for a freeze on new industrial fishing licences in The Gambia, according to The Point Newspaper.
Gambia Signs Waste Management Deal With Zoomlion
The Gambian government has signed a waste management deal with Zoomlion, according to Graphic Online and the Ghanaian Times.