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Gambian Bakers Urge President Barrow for Support in Addressing Bread Production Challenges

Frederic Tendeng September 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – During the discussions at the State House, the The National Bakers Union’s Secretary General, Lamin Dibba, outlined the challenges faced by bakers across the country, emphasizing the urgent need for government intervention to improve the quality and safety of one of the nation’s most essential food staples…

Gambia Central Bank Probes Banks’ Role in Fuel Import Tax Evasion Scandal

Awa Colley August 29, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Standard Newspaper has revealed that the Central Bank of The Gambia (CBG) is investigating how three companies, suspected of importing and selling Russian fuel without paying taxes, managed to open accounts at commercial banks.

Gambia Takes Bold Step Towards Trans-Gambia New Special Economic Zone

Mamudu Wann August 29, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) — The Ministry of Trade presented the inaugural report on the Trans-Gambia Corridor study on Tuesday. This landmark initiative aims to develop the nation’s first Special Economic Zone (SEZ), setting the stage for a transformative shift in trade infrastructure and industrialization.

The Senegalese Paradox – How Global Investment Firms Exploit African Wealth Twice Over

Frederic Tendeng August 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In its latest issue, The Continent magazine delves into the entrenched financial exploitation of African nations by global investment firms, emphasizing the complex relationship between resource extraction and debt dependency.

Gambian Vice President Meets with IFC Delegation to Boost Energy, Housing, and Tourism Sectors

Frederic Tendeng August 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Vice President of The Gambia, H.E. Mohammed B.S. Jallow, held a pivotal meeting this afternoon with a delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group. The delegation was accompanied by the Minister of Finance, reflecting the high level of importance the government places on the discussions.

Bundung Community Sees Hope for Improved Water Supply Amid NAWEC Delays

Makutu Manneh August 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BUNDUNG, The Gambia) — In a bid to address the longstanding issue of inadequate water supply in Bundung, National Assembly Member (NAM) Sulayman Jammeh has taken decisive steps to ease the water crisis in his constituency. Hon. Jammeh has recently overseen the drilling of six boreholes as a temporary measure while urging the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) to expedite the ongoing water supply project.

ECOWAS Parliament Advances Key Protocol on Free Movement and Economic Integration in West Africa

Awa Colley August 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament convened on Monday in Banjul, The Gambia, to push forward the implementation of a pivotal protocol that underpins the free movement of persons, the right of residence, and the establishment of businesses across the region.

Air Senegal Halts New York Route Amid Financial Audit: A Tale of Prestige Over Profit

Frederic Tendeng August 25, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – As of September 19, 2024, Air Senegal will discontinue its transatlantic route between Dakar (DSS) and New York (JFK), ending a three-year operation that was marked by challenges and low profitability. The 3,830-mile route, which currently operates twice weekly, has struggled to gain traction in a competitive market, despite its symbolic importance to the airline.

What to Know About Senegal’s Expert Commission to Review Strategic Contracts in Oil and Gas Sector

Frederic Tendeng August 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – In a move aimed at re-balancing Senegal’s economic partnerships, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko officially announced the formation of a high-level commission on August 19, 2024. The commission, composed of legal, tax, and energy sector experts, will review contracts signed with foreign companies in key sectors, with a primary focus on the oil and gas industry.

AI Gam Network Advocates for AI-Driven Transportation Safety Solutions in The Gambia

Makutu Manneh August 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Artificial Intelligence Gam Network (AI Gam Network) is calling for government support and collaboration to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) systems to enhance transportation safety in The Gambia. This appeal was made during the launch of the Deep Learning IndabaX Gambia 2024 (DLIXG24) at the Gambia Technical Training Institute (GTMI), which focused on “Applications of AI in Transportation Safety.”

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