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Sonko’s Legal Team Files ‘Indestructible’ Defense as Constitutional Council Reviews Takku Wallu Coalition Appeal

Frederic Tendeng October 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The legal dispute over Ousmane Sonko’s candidacy in Senegal’s upcoming legislative elections has escalated, with his defense team filing briefs they claim will dismantle objections from political opponents. On October 9, Sonko’s legal team, led by attorney Me Khoureychy Bâ, submitted two briefs to Senegal’s Constitutional Council

Gambia’s Independent Electoral Commission Sets Compliance Deadline for Political Parties

Frederic Tendeng October 9, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has issued a reminder to all registered political parties to adhere to the country’s electoral regulations as outlined in the Elections Amendment Act of 2015. The IEC has set key deadlines for parties

Sonko and Dias’ Legislative Bids In Doubt as Constitutional Council Reviews Key Legal Filing

Frederic Tendeng October 9, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The legislative fates of Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and the Mayor of Dakar, Barthélémy Dias, now rest in the hands of the Constitutional Council, following two significant complaints aimed at barring their participation in the upcoming legislative elections.

Central Bank Governor Escapes Public Eye as Parliament Committee Grants Him Private Hearing in Petroleum Scandal Inquest

Frederic Tendeng October 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The National Assembly’s Joint Committee on Finance, Public Accounts, and Public Enterprises has agreed to hold a private hearing with The Gambia’s Central Bank Governor, Buah Saidy, allowing him to present findings on the unfolding petroleum import controversy away from the public eye.

Task Force Investigates Ex-President Jammeh’s Land Deals to Uncover Corruption

Frederic Tendeng October 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – As part of an ongoing investigation into questionable land transactions, a Task Force Committee, led by Chairperson Kebba Njie, conducted an inspection on Saturday, October 4, 2024, of several properties leased by exiled former President Yahya Jammeh.

Leaked Photos of UDP Leader Darboe in Wheelchair Spark Debate Over Age, Leadership, and 2026 Presidential Race

Frederic Tendeng October 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Photos of Gambian opposition leader Ousainou Darboe in a wheelchair, reportedly taken at Brussels Airport and leaked by members of the ruling National People’s Party (NPP), have ignited a heated discussion on social media this Monday.

U.S. Citizens in The Gambia and Abroad Urged to Return Absentee Ballots by October 11

Frederic Tendeng October 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Like those currently staying in The Gambia, U.S. citizens residing overseas are encouraged to participate in the upcoming elections by submitting their absentee ballots no later than October 11, 2024, to ensure timely delivery and counting. The U.S. Embassy has provided resources and support to assist Americans abroad with voting from outside the United States.

The Gambia to Host 54th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Africa Regional Conference in 2025

Louise Mendy October 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia is set to host the 54th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Regional Conference in 2025, an event that will bring together parliamentary representatives from across the continent to foster dialogue and collaboration on pressing issues.

Senegal – APR Rebukes Sonko’s ‘Malicious’ Budget Critique, Calling for Responsible Leadership on Public Finances

Frederic Tendeng October 6, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – In a strongly-worded statement released Sunday, October 6, 2024, Senegal’s Alliance Pour la République (APR), the political party founded by former President Macky Sall, denounced what it describes as “irresponsible proposals” by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko on public finance management from 2019 to 2023.

Editorial: Balancing Reform and the Financial Burden on Gambians

Frederic Tendeng October 5, 2024

Editorial: Balancing Reform and the Financial Burden on GambiansAs businesses pass on the additional tax burden to consumers, prices for goods and services have risen sharply. With excise taxes imposed on essential commodities like petroleum, telecommunications, and tobacco, many Gambians now face higher costs for transportation, energy, and mobile services. The government’s push to tax rental properties, particularly those catering to the tourism sector, is also driving up housing costs, squeezing tenants… Full Text Here👇👇

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