India News Digest
The feed contained no India or North Bank Division headlines, so this edition covers national news from The Gambia. The leading story is University of The Gambia students protesting campus conditions and the university's emergency response.
The Gambia News
University of The Gambia students protest campus conditions
Students say poor transport, unreliable internet, limited food services and a lack of drinking water are affecting campus life. Government officials have promised improvements, but protesters say they want concrete action.
UTG rolls out emergency fixes after student protest
The University of The Gambia has introduced emergency measures in response to the student protest over campus conditions.
Government says no evidence links UDP to UTG protest
Dr Ceesay has stated there is no evidence linking the UDP party to the University of The Gambia students' protest.
Presidential initiative launched to reduce maternal deaths
The Gambia has launched a presidential initiative aimed at reducing maternal deaths.
Special Tribunal needs funding, Justice Minister tells ICC
The Justice Minister told the International Criminal Court that The Gambia's Special Tribunal requires additional funding to deliver justice.
NHRC calls for stronger action on climate change and human rights
The National Human Rights Commission has called for stronger action on climate change and human rights issues in The Gambia.
Communities and faith leaders act to protect girls from child marriage
Communities and faith leaders in The Gambia are working together to protect girls from child marriage, according to a UNFPA report.
Dialogues on women's political participation with traditional and religious leaders
WFD is holding dialogues with traditional and religious leaders on women's participation in politics in The Gambia.
German Embassy backs peaceful elections campaign
The German Embassy is supporting Bright Stars' "Ranha Bissap" initiative to promote peaceful elections in The Gambia.
WAHO donates sequencing device to strengthen lab services
The West African Health Organisation has donated a sequencing device to strengthen laboratory services in The Gambia.
Wave Gambia partners with SOS Children's Villages
Wave Gambia has committed to a one-year partnership with SOS Children's Villages to support vulnerable children.
Wave Gambia pledges D1 million for next generation of talent
Wave Gambia has pledged D1 million to develop The Gambia's next generation of talent, according to a press release.
Gam-Bissau festival to open opportunities for Gambian artists
A festival called Gam-Bissau, titled "Beyond Borders," is expected to create new opportunities for Gambian artists.
Africa's Human Rights Mechanism honours retired Chief Justice Hassan B. Jallow
Africa's Human Rights Mechanism has honoured retired Chief Justice Hassan B. Jallow of The Gambia.