Biden Endorses Harris to Be Nominee
Frederic Tendeng
July 21, 2024
Gambiaj.com – President Joe Biden said that he endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris after he announced his decision not to run in November.
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Biden Withdraws From Race in Presidential Earthquake
Frederic Tendeng
July 21, 2024
Biden Withdraws From Race in Presidential Earthquake
Gambiaj.com – (DELAWARE, United States of America) – President Biden has dropped out of the 2024 race, a stunning end to a 50-year-long political career that culminated in caving to pressure by fellow Democrats to end his bid for reelection, which never fully recovered from an abysmal debate performance on June 27…
ECOWAS Parliament – Gambian Representatives Tout Economic Growth and Youth Development
Frederic Tendeng
July 19, 2024
Gambiaj.com – (ABUJA, Nigeria) – At the 2024 ECOWAS Parliament’s First Ordinary Session in Abuja, The Gambia’s delegation presented a comprehensive Country Report detailing significant achievements in economic growth, youth development, climate resilience, and macroeconomic convergence.
Yahya Menteng Sanyang Seeks Salafi Imam Fatty’s Help for UDP’s 2026 Presidential Bid
Makutu Manneh
July 19, 2024
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Yahya Menteng Sanyang, a parliamentarian for the United Democratic Party (UDP) in Latrikunda Sabiji, has called on Imam Fatty and his supporters, who have advocated for the repeal of the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), to assist in fortifying the UDP’s candidacy for president in 2026. Sanyang’s appeal comes after the National Assembly voted to uphold the ban on FGM.
Senegal’s National Assembly Moves to Resolve Impasse with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko
Frederic Tendeng
July 19, 2024
Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal)- The ongoing dispute between the Senegalese National Assembly and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is poised for resolution as the assembly prepares to amend its internal regulations.
Gambia to Attend Russia-Africa Ministerial Meeting in Sochi
Frederic Tendeng
July 19, 2024
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a significant move to bolster international relations and enhance educational cooperation, The Gambia’s Foreign Minister, Mamadou Tangara, has confirmed to Russian state-owned news agency, Sputnik, his attendance at the upcoming Russia-Africa ministerial meeting in Sochi this autumn.
High Court Dismisses UDP Lawsuit Against Regional Governors for Non-Appearance
Louise Mendy
July 19, 2024
Gambiaj.com – (BUNDUNG, The Gambia) – In a significant turn of events, the Bundung High Court, presided over by Justice Aisatou Jallow-Sey, has dismissed a lawsuit filed by five members of the United Democratic Party (UDP) challenging the appointments of regional Governors and Deputy Governors. The case was struck out due to the non-appearance of the UDP members and their legal representatives at the scheduled hearing.
The Gambia Bans Cross-Border Sale of Subsidized Fertilizer to Protect Local Farmers
Awa Colley
July 18, 2024
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a decisive move to safeguard local agricultural interests, the Gambia government announced on Wednesday a ban on the cross-border sale of subsidized fertilizer. The decision aims to ensure that the heavily subsidized fertilizer benefits Gambian farmers exclusively, preventing its diversion to neighboring countries.
National Assembly Engages Protesters in Dialogue Over Controversial Bills
Mamudu Wann
July 17, 2024
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a significant development following a public demonstration, the leadership of the National Assembly held a closed-door dialogue with members of the Concerned Citizens Group behind Monday’s peaceful march.
Former President Yahya Jammeh Seeks Forgiveness and Unity in Muslim New Year’s Message
Mustapha Jarju
July 17, 2024
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a message marking the Islamic New Year, former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh extended greetings to his supporters while seeking forgiveness and calling for national unity. Addressing his followers from his current residence in Equatorial Guinea, Jammeh’s tone was notably reflective and conciliatory.
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