Gambiaj.com – The Gambia Ports Authority (GPA) has taken a significant step towards expanding the Banjul Port and constructing a deep-sea port in Sanyang by issuing a Notice of Award to Albayrak of Turkey for the concession. The decision follows stiff competition and revenue losses faced by the port.
Gambiaj.com – The first phase of Operation Clear Public Roads and Highways in the Greater Banjul Area has been successfully concluded, marking a significant milestone in efforts to improve road safety and infrastructure in the region. The task force responsible for the operation has worked tirelessly over the past months to remove obstacles and enhance road clearance, making the roads safer for all users.
Gambiaj.com – At last, the Gambia Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (GCCPC) has finally decided to address two serious consumer protection issues in The Gambia: non-disclosure and misrepresentation of goods by providers to consumers. The Commission did so as part of its position on World Consumer Rights Day, which is observed worldwide on March 15th of each year.
Gambiaj.com – The National Assembly Public Petitions Committee has yesterday presented its report on allegations of corruption at the Gambia Tourism Board (GTB) before the plenary, recommending the immediate recall and reinstatement of senior staff who were wrongfully terminated.
Gambiaj.com – Commuters were left puzzled as the malfunctioning Kunta Kinteh ferry continued to operate on Tuesday, transporting a considerable number of passengers, trucks and cars. The ferry services provided by GPA have acknowledged assuming an unwarranted and hazardous risk due to “strong demand at the terminal,” and that Thursday’s voyage was approved. Only the Kanilai ferry was running at reduced capacity because the Kunta Kinteh was due to be in dry dock this week.
Gambiaj.com – In a rare and concerning turn of events, both the Kunta Kinteh and Kanilai ferries in The Gambia are currently stranded in the middle of the sea, causing disruptions to the country’s crucial transportation routes.
Gambiaj.com – The Gambia Ports Authority (GPA) has issued a statement in response to a recent article published in the Standard Newspaper. The article, titled “Audit Reveals GPA Spent D1.9 million to buy mobile phones,” highlighted findings from the 2020 audit report on the GPA, revealing what it described as “serious procurement issues.”
Gambiaj/com – Ebrima Tabora Manneh, leader of the People Alliance Party (PAP), responds to questions from Gambia Journal. Mr. Manneh, who holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance, previously worked as an auditor for Deloitte & Touche before becoming the financial controller for Galp and Petro Gas firms.
Gambiaj.com – The Government of The Gambia has taken proactive steps to mitigate external shocks affecting the stocks and prices of essential commodities in the domestic market. These measures, outlined by the Ministry of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, aim to ensure the availability and affordability of key food items, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan.
Gambiaj.com – The Gambia’s Minister of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, Baboucarr Ousmaila Joof, today provided an update on the country’s food stock levels, highlighting the availability of essential commodities such as rice, sugar, flour, edible oil, onions, potatoes, and chicken.
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