News

Barthélémy Dias Ousted from Senegal’s National Assembly Over Legal Conviction

Frederic Tendeng December 6, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – Barthélémy Dias, a prominent Senegalese politician and leader of the Samm Sa Kaddu parliamentary list, has been officially removed from the National Assembly. The decision, taken by the parliamentary office at the request of the Ministry of Justice, was announced on Friday by the President of the National Assembly, El Malick Ndiaye.

The Gambia to Host 11th OMVG Summit: Renewing Regional Commitments to Sustainable Development

Frederic Tendeng December 5, 2024

Banjul, The Gambia – President Adama Barrow, Chairperson of the Organization for the Development of The Gambia River Basin (OMVG), will host the 11th Ordinary Session of the OMVG Heads of State and Government on Saturday, December 7, 2024.

Senegalese Media CEO Slams Government Over Exclusionary Press List

Frederic Tendeng December 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The CEO of 3M Universel Group, Maimouna Ndour Faye, has launched a scathing critique of the Senegalese government following the publication of a provisional list of legally recognized media outlets. The list, issued by the Ministry of Communication and Digital Economy, excluded her media entities, including 7TV and Az Actu, sparking allegations of political targeting.

Senegal Unveils Media Recognition List: Prominent Outlets Absent, Deadline for Compliance Announced

Frederic Tendeng December 4, 2024

Senegal’s Minister of Communication, Alioune Sall, has released a provisional list of officially recognized media outlets, including 112 out of 535 registered entities.

Malick Ndiaye Elected Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly Amid Legal Debates

Frederic Tendeng December 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Dakar, Senegal) – Malick Ndiaye, a 41-year-old member of the African Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics, and Fraternity (Pastef-Les Patriotes), was elected speaker of the National Assembly on Monday by a significant majority, marking a pivotal moment in Senegal’s political landscape.

German Court Rejects Jungler Bai Lowe’s Appeal

Frederic Tendeng December 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (CELLE, Germany) – Germany’s top criminal court on Friday rejected an appeal by a Gambian hitman convicted over a string of politically motivated killings, including the assassination of Deyda Hydara, an AFP journalist.

Remembering Thiaroye: Uncovering the Forgotten Massacre of Senegalese Riflemen 80 Years On

Frederic Tendeng December 1, 2024

On December 1, 1944, the Thiaroye military camp in Dakar witnessed brutal violence against Senegalese riflemen demanding unpaid wages. Despite being ignored in France, the massacre remains haunting both nations.

Macky Sall Declines National Assembly Seat, Resigns as Deputy

Frederic Tendeng November 29, 2024

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall resigns as a deputy in the National Assembly following recent legislative elections, expressing gratitude and commitment to democratic principles.

Chad Breaks Off Military Pact With France; Senegal Wants French Troops Out

Frederic Tendeng November 29, 2024

Chad’s government abruptly ended a defense cooperation agreement with former colonial power France, issuing the unexpected announcement just a few hours after a meeting of the foreign ministers of the two countries.

Gambia’s Interior Minister Advocates Stronger Anti-Corruption Cooperation at OIC Ministerial Meeting

Awa Colley November 29, 2024

The Minister of Interior, Abdoulie Sanyang, has underscored The Gambia’s commitment to combating corruption at both national and international levels at the 2nd Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Agencies of OIC Member States in Doha, Qatar.

Never miss any important news. Subscribe to our newsletter.

Editor's Pick

Rifts and Rogue Registrations: Signs of Growing Discord Within Gambia’s Ruling NPP?

June 10, 2025

High Court Accepts Statements in Rape Case Involving 15-Year-Old Girl

June 10, 2025

Police Killings: Trial of Ousainou and Amie Bojang Adjourned as DPP Fails to Appear

June 10, 2025

Trump’s Clash with California Leaders is the fight the White House wants

June 9, 2025

Barthélémy Dias Ousted from Senegal’s National Assembly Over Legal Conviction

The Gambia to Host 11th OMVG Summit: Renewing Regional Commitments to Sustainable Development

Senegal Unveils Media Recognition List: Prominent Outlets Absent, Deadline for Compliance Announced

Malick Ndiaye Elected Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly Amid Legal Debates

German Court Rejects Jungler Bai Lowe’s Appeal

Remembering Thiaroye: Uncovering the Forgotten Massacre of Senegalese Riflemen 80 Years On

Macky Sall Declines National Assembly Seat, Resigns as Deputy

Chad Breaks Off Military Pact With France; Senegal Wants French Troops Out

Gambia’s Interior Minister Advocates Stronger Anti-Corruption Cooperation at OIC Ministerial Meeting

Recent News

Rifts and Rogue Registrations: Signs of Growing Discord Within Gambia’s Ruling NPP?

High Court Accepts Statements in Rape Case Involving 15-Year-Old Girl

Police Killings: Trial of Ousainou and Amie Bojang Adjourned as DPP Fails to Appear

Trump’s Clash with California Leaders is the fight the White House wants

Dakar – Air Senegal Faces Fresh Legal Battle Over Four Leased Aircraft

Austria Boosts Gambian Military Training and Readiness, Pledges Support for Defense Funding

Editor's Pick

Follow us on our Social Networks

Information