Railtel Wins Major Railway Contract

Railtel Corp has secured a Rs 38-crore TCAS (Train Collision Avoidance System) order from North Western Railway, strengthening its position in critical rail infrastructure technology.

Gambia and Senegal Resolve Border Farmland Dispute

The two neighboring nations have successfully resolved a border farmland dispute through diplomatic channels, avoiding potential escalation of territorial tensions.

2026 Presidential Race Reshapes With Kandeh-Barrow Alliance

Mamma Kandeh's strategic alliance with President Barrow is significantly altering the political landscape ahead of The Gambia's 2026 presidential election.

Voter Registration Objections Surge

The Independent Electoral Commission received 1,600 objections during the voter registration process, raising questions about registration accuracy and dispute resolution.

Banjul Residents Demand Flood Response

Families in Banjul are calling for urgent government action following severe flash flooding that affected their communities.

Political Realignment: GDC Leadership Changes

Omar Ceesay has resigned from the GDC while Ebrima S. Bah stepped down from the coalition's 2026 mediation committee, signaling internal political shifts.

Emigration Remains Top Concern for Gambians

Afrobarometer data reveals that most Gambians have considered emigrating, primarily driven by the search for better economic opportunities abroad.

Higher Education Minister Tours Universities

The Gambia's Higher Education Minister visited Nile University as part of an NUC-coordinated tour of the country's higher education institutions.

Disability Empowerment Pathways Discussed

Stakeholders convened to explore strategies for empowering persons with disabilities across Gambian society.

Medina Utd Advances in CAF Champions League

Medina United has partnered with Star Sport Academy as it progresses through CAF Champions League qualifying rounds.

Access to Information Law Implementation Lags

The Gambia Press Union reports that the Access to Information Law has yet to be fully implemented across government institutions.

Moroccan Ambassador Concludes Tenure

Morocco's Ambassador to The Gambia paid a farewell visit to the Speaker of the National Assembly, marking the end of the diplomatic posting.

Africanist Press Podcast Recognized Regionally

The Africanist Press Podcast has been listed among Africa's top 100 podcasts, gaining continental recognition for its content.

Chris Black Preserves African Culture Globally

Gambian musician and cultural advocate Chris Black is working to preserve African heritage through music and community initiatives, with his work reaching international audiences including German museums.

Dr. Fatou Bensouda Honored With Lifetime Award

Dr. Fatou Bensouda, a prominent Gambian figure, will receive the African Lifetime Achievers Award 2026 at a ceremony in London.