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President Barrow Affirms Adherence to Constitution, Dismisses Sharia Law in Address to Religious Leaders

Frederic Tendeng April 12, 2024

Gambiaj.com – President Adama Barrow of The Gambia reiterated the nation’s commitment to its constitution and underscored that Sharia law does not hold sway in the country during a meeting with imams, including Banjul Muslim Elders, and religious leaders from the Greater Banjul Area. President Barrow emphasized the importance of respecting the existing legal framework, regardless of personal beliefs or societal positions.

Malawi’s President Chakwera Welcomes Gambia’s Special Envoy and Discusses Collaboration

Frederic Tendeng April 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Malawi’s President, Lazarus Chakwera, received letters of credence on Tuesday from Dr. Fatoumata Jahumpa Ceesay, the Gambia’s non-resident diplomatic envoy to Lilongwe, who is now based in Pretoria.

President Diomaye Faye Sets Major Priorities for Senegal in First Cabinet Meeting

Frederic Tendeng April 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In its first meeting since installation on April 5, the Cabinet meeting, chaired by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, witnessed the unveiling of significant national priorities. President Faye stressed the need for profound change at all levels, expressing gratitude for the immense hope placed in his administration’s collective project.

Senegal New Cabinet Announced, Downsized to 25 Ministers, 5 Sec. Of State

Frederic Tendeng April 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Oumar Samba Ba, the Secretary General of the Senegal’s Presidency, has on Friday announced the composition of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s first cabinet. It has enlisted 25 ministers and 5 secretaries of state.

New Cabinet Still Lagging – Behind the Scenes of a Patriotic Casting Puzzle

Frederic Tendeng April 5, 2024

Gambiaj;com – Amid intense lobbying, positioning disputes, and pressures from all sides, the formation of the new government promised by Diomaye Faye is at a standstill. Old guard members, donors, political barons… everyone wants to influence the appointments.

Former Basse Area Council Employee Arrested for Alleged Fraudulent Activities

Frederic Tendeng April 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – According to the Basse Area Council’s communications officer, Muhammad Susso, a former employee who was suspected of engaging in fraudulent activity, has been finally taken into custody by the police today and is currently helping the law enforcement officers with their investigations.

National Assembly Rejects Proposal to Delete Clause 57 in Criminal Offences Bill 2020

Frederic Tendeng April 5, 2024

During a recent session, the plenary of the National Assembly (NA) rejected a proposal from the Standing Committee on Human Rights

Gambian Deputies to ECOWAS Parliament Take Oath Despite Legal Dispute

Frederic Tendeng April 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Gambia’s representatives to the ECOWAS Parliament officially took their oaths during the Inaugural Session of the Sixth Legislature on April 4, 2024, in Abuja, Nigeria, despite facing a legal injunction issued by the High Court of The Gambia the previous day.

Gambia Armed Forces Graduates Officers and Cadets from Refresher Training Program

Frederic Tendeng April 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) celebrated the graduation of 20 Officers and 12 Officer Cadets from a refresher training program on Wednesday, 3rd April 2024. The ceremony, held at the Gambia Armed Forces Training School (GAFTS) in Bakau, marked the successful completion of a four-week course designed to enhance the officers’ skills in planning and executing operations.

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Will Focus on Anti-Corruption and Economic Measures

Frederic Tendeng April 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In a national address on the eve of Senegal’s 64th Independence Day celebration, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced strong measures to combat corruption. He emphasized relentless efforts against corruption, stating that penalties for tax fraud and illicit financial flows would be significantly tougher.

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