India News Digest
The Gambia's government has launched a 10-year plan to end malnutrition, and a US-led investment of $28 million is being directed at school feeding and nutrition. In India, an AI survey counted about 14,000 potholes on Bengaluru North corporation roads.
India Today
AI Survey Finds 14,000 Potholes on Bengaluru North Roads
An AI-based survey identified roughly 14,000 potholes on roads under the Bengaluru North city corporation. The findings point to the scale of road damage in the area.
The Gambia News
Government Launches 10-Year Plan to End Malnutrition
The Gambian government has launched a 10-year plan aimed at ending malnutrition in the country. It is a long-term national health and nutrition strategy.
US Citizens Invest $28 Million in School Feeding and Nutrition
Investment totaling $28 million from US citizens is going toward school feeding and nutrition programmes in The Gambia. The funding targets children's access to meals and nutrition in schools.
Communities and Faith Leaders Work to Protect Girls From Child Marriage
Communities and faith leaders in The Gambia are joining efforts to protect girls from child marriage. The effort was highlighted by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).
Young Gambians Take the Lead on Mental Health
Young people in The Gambia are taking a leading role in efforts to break the silence around mental health. The effort was reported by the WHO Regional Office for Africa.
Tobacco Tax Framed as a Health Measure, Says GRA Head
The head of the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) said the tobacco tax is about health and not only about revenue. The statement presents the levy as a public health measure.
Upper Niumi Chief Calls for Higher Groundnut Price
A chief in Upper Niumi has called for a higher price for groundnuts, the country's key agricultural crop. He also said President Barrow remains the best choice for the country.
Bensouda Says He Would Send ECOMIG Packing If Elected
Former ICC prosecutor Fatou Bensouda told Foni that he would send ECOMIG out of the country if elected president. The remark was made in the context of the presidential campaign.
NCCE Urges Youth in URR to Lead Peaceful, Credible Elections
The National Civic Education Council (NCCE) has urged youth in the Upper River Region (URR) to lead peaceful and credible elections. The call is aimed at encouraging civic participation.
Gambian Judge Awa Bah Sworn In to ECOWAS Community Court
Gambian judge Awa Bah has been sworn in to the ECOWAS Community Court. The appointment places a Gambian jurist on the regional court.
Ousman Drammeh Appointed Deputy GS and Director of Administration for National Team
Ousman Drammeh has been appointed as Deputy General Secretary and Director of Administration of the Gambia Football Federation (GFF), covering the national team. The appointment is an administrative change within the federation.
Sulayman Barrow Named New Coach of Gunjur United FC
Sulayman Barrow has been appointed as the new head coach of Gunjur United FC. The appointment was reported by The Point Newspaper.
ActionAid Int'l Appoints Satang B. Houma as Board Treasurer
Satang B. Houma has been appointed as the new board treasurer of ActionAid International. The change is an internal governance appointment.
NYC and ActionAid Take Youth Policy to Talinding
The National Youth Council (NYC) and ActionAid have taken youth policy discussions to the community of Talinding. The outreach is aimed at bringing policy directly to young people.
Notable quotes
It Is High Time for Young People to Speak for Themselves — ActionAid, NYC Youth Engagement (headline)