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Gambia Government Announces Major Appointments and Redeployments in Civil Service

Awa Colley November 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – The Gambia Government has announced a series of high-profile appointments and redeployments within the Civil and Foreign Service, officially aimed at “bolstering productivity across various ministries and diplomatic missions”. The changes, made in consultation with the Public Service Commission, take effect immediately.

Ex-KMC Project Manager Alleges Corruption and Financial Misconduct at Bakoteh Dumpsite in Inquiry Testimony

Awa Colley October 17, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, Gambia) – Kemo Fatty, a former Project Manager with the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) and an environmental advocate from Bakoteh, appeared before The Gambia’s Local Government Commission of Inquiry on October 15, 2024, to testify about his tenure with the council’s “Mbalit” project.

Gambia Strengthens Global Digital Ties and Health Innovations at UNGA 2024

Awa Colley September 26, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (NEW YORK, United States) – At the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, The Gambia’s delegation has been making significant strides in advancing the country’s digital and health sectors through high-level engagements with international partners.

Loans and Trucks: KMC’s Financial Decisions Under Scrutiny as Former CEO Testifies

Frederic Tendeng September 18, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In ongoing investigations into the financial and administrative practices of the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), former Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jaja Cham has shed light on critical issues, including the issuance of loans and the procurement of 19 trucks under his leadership.

KMC Finance Director Alleges Mismanagement in ‘Mbalit’ Project at Commission of Inquiry

Frederic Tendeng September 17, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Director of Finance at the Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), Dr. Alieu Keita, has described the Council’s involvement in the ‘Mbalit’ Project as financially detrimental, exposing significant mismanagement and irregularities during his testimony before the Local Government Commission of Inquiry on Day 2 of hearings.

Gambian Cabinet Briefed on 2024 Population Census Data and Approves Key Policy Papers

Frederic Tendeng September 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – On September 5th, President Adama Barrow’s cabinet was briefed on the preliminary data gathered during The Gambia’s 2024 Population and Housing Census. The census, which was conducted from May 25 to June 14, 2024, marked the country’s first-ever digital census.

In Battling Ex Brikama Chairman Sheriffo Sonko, Councilor Admits to Failing Duties

Awa Colley August 22, 2024

Jallow’s evidence centered on a letter signed by multiple councilors, which was addressed to the Clerk of the Council as a formal protest against Sheriffo Sonko, the Chairman of the BAC.

Modou Jonga Brikama Area Council’s Ex-CEO Admits Failures Amid Mismanagement Probes

Archess Jassey August 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Modou Jonga, the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Brikama Area Council (BAC), faced a second day of intense questioning on Wednesday as he continued his testimony before the Local Government Commission of Inquiry.

Brikama Standoff – Police and Area Council Reach Temporary Truce Ahead of Tobaski

Frederic Tendeng June 11, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BRIKAMA, The Gambia) – Following the recent skirmish between the Brikama Area Council (BAC) and the police, Inspector General of Police Seedy Mukhtar Touray visited the Brikama Police Station and led his officers on a tour of the roads surrounding the Brikama Market. The tour aimed to assess the ongoing situation and engage with local stakeholders, particularly concerning Operation Clear the Road.

Clashes Erupt in Brikama as “Operation Clear Road” Faces Fierce Resistance

Frederic Tendeng June 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BRIKAMA, The Gambia) – Tensions reached a boiling point today during “Operation Clear Road” in Brikama, as vendors fiercely resisted efforts to clear their stalls. The confrontation escalated into clashes between the vendors and the team led by Manneh, resulting in stones being thrown and the use of tear gas.

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