Economy

Blaise Diagne Intl. Airport Dramatic Runway Incident: Passengers Blame Stubborn Pilot

Frederic Tendeng May 11, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – A chartered aircraft operated by Air Senegal veered off the runway during takeoff for Bamako, Mali, late Wednesday night at Blaise Diagne International Airport (AIBD), resulting in a fire in one of the engines and eleven recorded injuries. Among the more than 70 passengers on board, five individuals shared their terrifying ordeal with L’Observateur.

British Investor Highlights Low Wages in Gambian Labour Market

Frederic Tendeng May 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Lucas Galbraith, a British national with over 25 years of experience in West Africa, is in The Gambia to invest in the fruit processing business. However, he has raised concerns about the low wages paid to Gambian workers in the sector.

Gambia OIC Secretariat Distances Itself From Unbuilt Five-Star Radisson Hotel Project

Frederic Tendeng May 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Yankuba Dibba, the Chief Executive Officer of the Gambia OIC Secretariat, recently provided insights into the unbuilt OIC five-star hotel, originally intended to accommodate VVIP guests during the summit. Speaking at a post-OIC press conference with Gambian media, CEO Dibba addressed questions surrounding the hotel’s failure to materialize and discussed the future steps regarding this project.

Maersk Announces New Peak Season Shipping Surcharges to Gambia and others

Frederic Tendeng May 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Maersk, the Danish ocean carrier, has announced new peak season surcharges (PSS) for shipping from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan to several African destinations.

Gambian Civil Servants Angered by Flip-Flop on Allowance Increments

Frederic Tendeng May 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a series of confusing events, Gambian civil servants have been left frustrated by the government’s indecision regarding their allowances. The saga began in November 2023 when the cabinet approved an increase in transport and residential allowances for civil servants, without any request from the recipients.

Indonesia Invites Gambia to Second Indonesia-Africa Forum

Frederic Tendeng May 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia, Retno Marsudi, has extended an invitation to the Gambian government to attend the second Indonesia-Africa Forum, set to take place on September 3-4, 2024, in Bali. The invitation was made during a meeting on the sidelines of the 15th Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Summit held in Banjul, Gambia, on May 4-5, 2024.

Libya Africa Investment Portfolio Opens Prime Atlantic Hotel in Banjul

Frederic Tendeng May 6, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Libya Africa Investment Portfolio (LAIP) recently inaugurated its Prime Atlantic Hotel in Banjul, the capital of The Gambia, following the completion of the initial phase of its maintenance, as reported by LAIP’s Media Department to Libya Herald.

Nawec Faces Backlash Over Load Shedding Plan for OIC Summit

Frederic Tendeng May 3, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The National Water and Electricity Company (Nawec) has sparked controversy with its announcement of a load shedding implementation roster ahead of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit in The Gambia. The plan, designed to ensure adequate electricity supply for the summit venues and accommodations, has raised concerns among average customers who fear prolonged power cuts.

Sugar Deal Scam – Alleged Turkish Fraudster Rages Gambia, Ignites International Dispute

Frederic Tendeng May 3, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia National Food Security Processing and Marketing Corp. has accused Turkish national Emin Çakmak of fraud in a sugar importation deal valued at $4.5 million. They have sought Türkiye’s Ministry of Trade’s intervention to address the unpaid down payment and prevent damage to Türkiye’s international reputation.

Neo Themis Signs MOU with The Gambia for Solar Power Plants as First IPP

Frederic Tendeng May 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Neo Themis, an energy company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of The Gambia (GoG) through the Minister of Petroleum and Energy for the development, financing, construction, and operation of several solar PV power plants. This agreement, signed on the 12th of April in Banjul, marks the first independent power producer (IPP) project in the country moving to revolutionize The Gambia’s energy landscape.