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Reviving the Magic of SeneGambian Christmas: A Call to Preserve and Celebrate Shared Heritage

Sulayman Bun Dawda December 25, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In the annals of SeneGambian cultural history, Christmas once stood as a beacon of unity and joy, transcending religious boundaries to foster a shared celebration of humanity. The vibrant masquerades, rhythmic drumming, glowing lanterns, and communal feasts of the season were not merely festive events—they were powerful symbols of interfaith harmony and cultural pride.

Essa Faal and Dr. Ceesay Trade Blows as Political Temperature Mount Ahead of 2026

Ebrima Bah December 24, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Gambiaj.com) – Essa Faal, the APP-SOBEYA party leader has condemned government spending priorities, while the Information minister, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay dismisses opposition critiques as “petty politics.” The stage is set for a fierce battle leading to the 2026 presidential elections.

Senegal Presidential Advisor Sparks Outrage with Remarks on Tirailleurs

Frederic Tendeng December 24, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Dakar, Senegal) – A controversial statement by Cheikh Oumar Diagne, Minister Advisor and Director of General Resources at the Senegalese Presidency, has ignited widespread indignation after he referred to Senegalese Tirailleurs as “drafts who fought against their brothers for crumbs.” His remarks, made during an interview with Fafa TV, have drawn criticism across social and traditional media platforms.

Justice and Healing in Focus: The Gambia’s $150 Million TRRC Implementation Faces Urgency and Challenges

Patience Mama Loum December 24, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – It will cost an estimated $150 million to implement the 261 accepted recommendations of the Truth, Reconciliation, and Reparations Commission (TRRC) with 304 activities, according to Ida Persson, the Attorney General’s Special Advisor and Minister of Justice on Transitional Justice.

President Barrow and PM Sonko Chart New Path for Senegal-Gambia Relations

Mamudu Wann December 21, 2024

Gambiaj;com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – President Adama Barrow has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the historic ties between The Gambia and Senegal, urging officials from both nations to work collaboratively towards deeper integration and sustained progress. He made these remarks on Friday during a courtesy visit from Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko at the State House.

Report: Arms Trade in The Gambia Tangled With Loopholes and Regulation Framework

Frederic Tendeng December 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia faces critical challenges in regulating its arms trade as the nation is striving to align with international arms control frameworks. A recent national assessment report highlights gaps in legislative and institutional arrangements, revealing vulnerabilities that could enable illicit arms transfers in a region already grappling with instability.

Gambia and Senegal Seek Solutions to Trade and Energy Bottlenecks in High-Level Talks

Frederic Tendeng December 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia and Senegal this Thursday convened for the second edition of the Senegalese-Gambian Economic, Commercial, and Investment Forum, focusing on addressing bottlenecks in trade, energy, and infrastructure.

U.S. Lauds Historic Special Tribunal for The Gambia, Calls it “Move Toward Justice”

Frederic Tendeng December 18, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (WASHINGTON, D.C) – The United States has welcomed the establishment of a Special Tribunal for The Gambia, hailing it as a landmark decision by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of State and Government. U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller praised the move as a courageous step by The Gambia toward addressing its past and securing a democratic future.

Yahya Jammeh’s Extradition: ECOWAS Special Tribunal’s Decision to Put Equatorial Guinea Under More Pressure

Patience Mama Loum December 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The ECOWAS decision to support The Gambia’s quest for a specialized tribunal has been hailed by NGOs as a significant milestone for the country’s justice system.

The Point Newspaper is 33, Calls for Justice for Deyda Hydara

Frederic Tendeng December 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – The Point newspaper, a stalwart of independent journalism in The Gambia, celebrates its 33rd anniversary today. However, this milestone is tinged with sadness as it coincides with the 20th anniversary of the murder of Deyda Hydara, the paper’s co-founder and a champion of press freedom, whose killers remain unpunished.

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