On July 3, 2025, the West African Bird Study Association (WABSA) was alerted by a local resident, about the disturbing sight of dead vultures
Guinea-Bissau has taken a step toward global environmental recognition with the submission of a candidacy file for the Jeta-Pecixe-Cacheu Biosphere Reserve
The fate of the English nightingale, one of nature’s most enchanting songbirds, is increasingly tied to the fragile ecosystems of The Gambia
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambian government is considering the de-reservation of parts of the Abuko Nature Reserve, a move that would strip the area of its legal status as a wildlife refuge, biosphere, and nature preserve. This significant change was discussed during a cabinet meeting held at the State House today, where Hamat Bah, the Minister for Lands, Regional Governments, and Religious Affairs, presented the proposal.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Kairaba Conservation and Leadership Organization, under the esteemed patronage of Her Excellency Lady Chilel Jawara, is set to launch a series of impactful events aimed at promoting environmental conservation and leadership in The Gambia.
the Gambia’s Minister of Environment, Climate Change, and Natural Resources, Rohey John Manjang, alongside her Senegalese counterpart, Daouda Ngom, Minister of Environment and Ecological Transition, have pledged to protect the forest covers of both countries.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has designated the Niumi Biosphere Reserve in The Gambia and ten other sites worldwide as part of its World Network of Biosphere Reserves, increasing the global total to 759 sites across 136 countries.
Gambiaj.com – GLASLYN VALLEY, Wales) – The Glaslyn Ospreys project is hosting a special guest from The Gambia, Emmanuel Jatta, a research assistant and qualified bird ringer.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Senior government officials and partners on Monday, gathered to validate the National Wildlife Fire Management Strategic Document, calling for the full implementation of domestic frameworks to address the rising threat of wildfires, particularly in rural farming communities.
Gambiaj.com – (KOLDA) – On Tuesday, May 14th, 2024, Senegalese authorities launched a major operation to combat illegal logging in the forests bordering Gambia. Led by Colonel Daniel Manga, the new Regional Inspector of Water and Forests for the Kolda region, the operation targeted the Medina-Mary area, where locals had reported suspicious activity at night.
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