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Senegal’s President Diomaye Faye Tells Cabinet What he Discussed With President Adama Barrow

Frederic Tendeng April 25, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye recently provided a comprehensive overview to his cabinet regarding his discussions in Banjul with Gambian President Adama Barrow. President Faye expressed his appreciation for the warm reception and hospitality shown to him and his delegation during their visit to The Gambia.

U.S State Department’s Report on Human Rights in The Gambia – The Status Quo Remains

Frederic Tendeng April 24, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (WASHINGTON) – The U.S Department of State has released its 2023 Human Rights Report on The Gambia, highlighting that there were no significant changes in the human rights situation in the country during the year. The report, which provides an overview of the human rights landscape, points out several key issues.

Hamat Bah Suspends Alkalolu of Manduar and Old Jeshwang, Sets Up Taskforce on Land Misuse

Frederic Tendeng April 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In response to mounting allegations of land misuse and illegal transactions, The Gambia’s Minister of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs, Hon. Hamat N. K. Bah, has announced the immediate suspension of the Alkalolu of Manduar and Old Jeshwang communities.

Judiciary Must be Audited – National Audit Office Takes Sides With National Assembly

Frederic Tendeng April 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The National Audit Office (NAO) has issued a statement clarifying the auditing mandate of the Judiciary of

Gambia Ready to Host OIC Summit, President Barrow Assures Journalists

Frederic Tendeng April 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – President Adama Barrow of The Gambia addressed journalists regarding the country’s readiness to host the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit, highlighting the significance of the event and the preparations undertaken. President Barrow emphasized that while logistical questions should be directed to the OIC team, he would address broader issues.

Parliament Debates Special Prosecutor Bill, Divergent Views on Justice and Inclusion

Frederic Tendeng April 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The National Assembly’s extraordinary session dedicated to the Special Prosecutor Bill began Monday and saw contrasting reactions from members of parliament, highlighting deep-seated concerns over justice for the crimes committed under Yahya Jammeh’s regime and inclusivity in The Gambia.

Gambia Armed Forces Dismisses Allegations of Political Interference in Officer Promotions

Frederic Tendeng April 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) has strongly refuted claims of political interference and tribal favoritism in the recent promotion of senior military officers. The rebuttal comes in response to a publication by the social media platform Open Gambia Platform (OG), which alleged that a group of senior GAF officers had decried political interference in the promotion process.

Finance and Public Accounts Committee Clarifies Misrepresentation by Judicial Secretary

Frederic Tendeng April 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Finance and Public Accounts Committee of the National Assembly (FPAC) has responded to a press release from the Judicial Secretary of the Judicial Service Commission, highlighting a misrepresentation of facts regarding the Judicature’s failure to appear before the FPAC for parliamentary scrutiny.

Talibans Seek Invitation to Attend Gambia Hosted OIC Summit as Interim Government Representatives

Frederic Tendeng April 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KABUL) – In a significant development, the Taliban has expressed its interest in attending the 15th meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and has requested an invitation for a representative from the Kabul interim government to attend the Banjul Summit. This request was conveyed by Taliban deputy chief Abdul Salam Hanafi during a meeting with Tariq Ali Bakhit, the deputy and special envoy of the OIC for Afghanistan.

Judiciary Refutes Allegations of Financial Mismanagement and Non-Attendance at Committee Meeting

Frederic Tendeng April 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Judiciary of The Gambia has responded to recent claims made in the publication “FPAC to send a warning letter to Judiciary for Contempt” by The Point Newspaper and other media outlets. The Judiciary has stated its commitment to addressing these allegations promptly and clearly.

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