India’s DGFT has extended the export deadline for broken rice to Senegal and The Gambia by two months, allowing shipments through NCEL until January 31, 2025.
Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – The Government of The Gambia has officially launched the 2024 Groundnut Trade Season, which began on Monday, 2nd December 2024.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – A recent International Food Security Assessment (IFSA) conducted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has projected a significant increase in food insecurity in The Gambia, with prevalence estimated to rise by 20.6% in 2024.
Gambiaj.com – (BRIKAMA, the Gambia) – Brikama Market vendors are calling on the government to address the deteriorating conditions of their marketplace, which they say have worsened due to inadequate waste management, poor drainage, and unhygienic practices.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUl, The Gambia) – The West Africa Competitiveness Programme – The Gambia (WACOMP-GM) has made substantial strides in enhancing the country’s agricultural infrastructure and food safety systems. A team from the organization visited Honorable Minister of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, Hon. Baboucarr Ousmaila Joof on Monday to provide updates on the project’s activities, achievements, and challenges.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) urges a continued government engagement with cement industry stakeholders to address challenges and opportunities. The industry is crucial for economic growth, employment, and remittances, making it a significant employer.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a decisive move to safeguard local agricultural interests, the Gambia government announced on Wednesday a ban on the cross-border sale of subsidized fertilizer. The decision aims to ensure that the heavily subsidized fertilizer benefits Gambian farmers exclusively, preventing its diversion to neighboring countries.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Department of Fisheries has initiated a comprehensive nationwide frame survey of fisheries landing sites across The Gambia. This census-based approach involves meticulous data collection on all fishing inputs and operators to provide accurate and current fisheries data.
Gambiaj.com – (DELHI, India) – The Indian government has extended the deadline for exporting broken rice to The Gambia and Senegal through NCEL by six months, now set to November 30, 2024. This decision comes in response to requests from the two African nations.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJULINDING) – A recent report by Jason Toussaint, an ethical animal welfare advocate based in Banjulinding, has revealed that The Gambia’s poultry industry faces significant challenges despite its importance to the country’s economy. In 2022, Gambia imported $40.1k worth of poultry, ranking it as the 177th largest importer globally. The Netherlands and France were the primary sources of these imports.
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