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Seydi Gassama and Madiambal Diagne Clash Over Bah Diakhate’s Arrest and Free Speech

Frederic Tendeng May 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – The arrest of Bah Diakhate has ignited a flurry of reactions across social media, drawing the attention of human rights advocates. Madiambal Diagne, CEO of Avenir Communications Media Group, and Seydi Gassama, Executive Director of Amnesty International/Senegal, have weighed in on the situation, highlighting the serious interest building around Diakhate’s comments against the Prime Minister.

President Barrow Champions Industrial Agriculture Initiatives in Central River Region

Frederic Tendeng May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (SAMI) – In a significant push towards industrialization and food security, President Adama Barrow recently visited two promising agricultural development sites in the Central River Region (CRR). This visit underscores the Gambian government’s commitment to bolstering local food production and reducing dependency on imported staples.

Senegalese Opposition Activist Arrested for Homophobic Comments Directed at Ousmane Sonko

Frederic Tendeng May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – Bah Diakhate, a supporter of the former regime of President Macky Sall, has been detained by the Senegalese Criminal Investigation Division (DIC) in Dakar. His arrest followed the circulation of a video in which he made homophobic remarks deemed “outrageous towards Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko,” according to sources close to the new regime.

President Adama Barrow Expresses Condolences Following Tragic Death of Iranian President

Frederic Tendeng May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Gambian President Adama Barrow has expressed deep condolences following the tragic death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi

Revered Legacy of Humility – Demba Ali Jawo Reflects on Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara

Frederic Tendeng May 18, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In an exclusive interview with the Gambia Journal’s reporter Mustapha Jarju, Demba Ali Jawo, a journalist and former Minister of Information, shares his insights on the legacy of Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara, the first President of the Republic of The Gambia. Jau, who was part of a team assisting Jawara with his memoirs, reminisces about the late president’s humility, his interactions with the public, and the challenges he faced post-presidency.

UDP Challenges Governors’ Appointments in Court Over Alleged Breach of Local Government Act

Frederic Tendeng May 18, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BUNDUNG) – The Opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) has launched a legal battle against all sitting governors appointed by President Barrow across the country. UDP members assert that these appointments violate the Local Government Act, specifically citing section 123(1) which states: “There shall be an Area Administrator for each Local Government Area who shall be a senior civil servant appointed by the President.”

Gambia Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty and Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara

Frederic Tendeng May 17, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (New York) – The Gambia has reiterated its unwavering support for Morocco’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity, particularly endorsing the autonomy initiative as a definitive solution to the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara. This declaration was made before members of the United Nations Committee of 24 (C24) during the Caribbean Regional Seminar held from May 14-16 in Caracas, Venezuela.

VP Jallow Launches The Gambia’s First Digital Population and Housing Census

Louise Mendy May 17, 2024

The Gambia has embarked on a landmark initiative with the launch of its 2024 Population and Housing Census, the first to be conducted digitally in the nation’s history. This significant event took place on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the Sir Dawda Jawara Conference Center in Bijilo, officiated by Vice President His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow.

Chief of Defence Cham Warns Against Indiscipline in the Army, Pledges Transformation

Frederic Tendeng May 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (FARAFENNI) – Lieutenant General Mamat O. Cham, the Chief of Defence of The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF), issued a stern warning against indiscipline within the army, emphasizing that ‘indiscipline and disloyalty will not be compromised’. The country’s army chief made these remarks during a visit to the 2 Infantry Battalion in Farafenni as part of his countrywide tour of military installations.

Gambian Leaders Commemorate Sir Dawda Jawara’s Centenary with Tree Planting Ceremony

Frederic Tendeng May 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Amidst solemn tributes and heartfelt reminiscences, dignitaries and parliamentarians gathered at The Gambia’s National Assembly to honor the centenary of the late first President, Sir Dawda Jawara. The Kairaba Conservation and Leadership Organization (KairaCLO) led a poignant tree planting exercise as a symbolic gesture of respect and remembrance for his profound contributions to the nation.

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