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UDP’s Internal Debate Intensifies Over Ousainou Darboe’s Leadership and 2026 Presidential Bid

Frederic Tendeng April 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The United Democratic Party (UDP) is experiencing internal turmoil as debates escalate over the party’s leadership and its strategy for the 2026 presidential elections. The focus of the debate centers around Ousainou Darboe, the current party leader, and his potential decision to remain the UDP’s flag bearer for the upcoming elections.

U.S. President Joe Biden Congratulates Senegal’s President-Elect, Commits to Strengthening Partnership

Frederic Tendeng April 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s election as the next President of Senegal has been met with congratulatory messages and warm wishes, highlighting the country’s commitment to democratic principles. The United States, in particular, has extended its congratulations, emphasizing the importance of the right to vote and the significance of democracy in ensuring liberty.

Government of The Gambia Racts to German Police’s Killing of Lamin Touray

Frederic Tendeng April 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Government of The Gambia has expressed deep concern over reports of the fatal shooting of a Gambian national residing in Germany by German police. In a press release issued Monday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad says it is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident and assures the public that full details will be provided in due course.

Senegal’s top Court Confirms Faye as President-elect

Frederic Tendeng March 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – After a turbulent run-up to the election, the process itself was a peaceful one, with leading opposition figure Bassirou Diomaye Faye confirmed as the new president-elect of Senegal with more than 50% of the vote.

How Sonko’s Persona Powered Rumors on Diomaye Faye’s Courtesy Call to Macky Sall

Frederic Tendeng March 29, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Senegal’s president-elect, Diomaye Faye, made his first official visit to the Dakar Palace on Thursday, accompanied by Ousmane Sonko, leader of Pastef. The meeting with outgoing President Macky Sall focused on important state matters and the upcoming transfer of power on April 2. However, Sonko’s presence has overshadowed the encounter and sparked speculations.

Exclusive – Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s Inauguration and Cabinet Outlook

Frederic Tendeng March 29, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Gambiaj.com has exclusive updated information on the protocol for installing the new Senegalese Head of State. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye will take his oath of office on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Abdou Diouf International Conference Center in Diamniadio.

President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s Ambitions for Economic, Monetary, and Diplomatic Sovereignty

Frederic Tendeng March 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Senegalese researcher Pape Ibrahima Kane has explained the primary goals of President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye in terms of economic, monetary, and diplomatic sovereignty in an interview with RFI.

Slideshow – Macky Sall Meets President-Elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Discuss Transition

Frederic Tendeng March 28, 2024

[metaslider id=”5473″] President Macky Sall of Senegal received President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye in audience on Thursday, following his victory in the

The Gambia to Conduct First-Ever Digital Population and Housing Census in 2024

Frederic Tendeng March 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Gambia is gearing up to conduct its first-ever digital Population and Housing Census (PHC) from May 25 to June 14, 2024. This significant milestone, organized by The Gambia Bureau of Statistics (GBoS) in collaboration with government stakeholders and development partners, marks a crucial step towards providing essential demographic, social, and economic data for national development planning.

Senegalese Call for Change – Insights from Political Analyst Mamadou Lamine Sarr

Frederic Tendeng March 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Mamadou Lamine Sarr, a political science professor at the Cheikh-Hamidou-Kane digital university in Dakar, has shared interesting insights into the overwhelming victory of Bassirou Diomaye Faye in the first round of the presidential election in Senegal. Sarr noted that while some expected a victory in the second round, the mobilization of the electorate led to Faye’s undisputed win.