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Gap Between Presidential Declaration and the Reluctance to Publish Latest IGE Report Raises Concerns

Frederic Tendeng January 4, 2025

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – Barely a few weeks into his tenure, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye made a bold commitment to transparency and accountability, instructing the immediate publication of reports from the National Office for the Fight against Fraud and Corruption (Ofnac) and the Court of Auditors—documents that had long gathered dust in government drawers. These reports have since seen the light of day, marking a significant shift in the country’s approach to accountability.

Senegal’s PM Sonko Unveils Ambitious Reforms in First General Policy Address

Frederic Tendeng December 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Dakar, Senegal) – Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, in a widely anticipated general policy statement on Friday, unveiled sweeping reforms targeting Senegal’s tax system, economic competitiveness, and social development.

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.

The Gambia’s 2024 Corporate Tax Status: A Boon for Investors, a Burden for Citizens

Frederic Tendeng December 10, 2024

The Tax Justice Network 2024 Corporate Tax Haven Index ranks The Gambia 70th globally, highlighting its unsettling tax policies.

Gambia’s Interior Minister Advocates Stronger Anti-Corruption Cooperation at OIC Ministerial Meeting

Awa Colley November 29, 2024

The Minister of Interior, Abdoulie Sanyang, has underscored The Gambia’s commitment to combating corruption at both national and international levels at the 2nd Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Agencies of OIC Member States in Doha, Qatar.

Spanish Crackdown on Gambian Passports Spurs Calls for Biometric Transition

Frederic Tendeng November 25, 2024

Spanish police are seizing machine-readable passports from The Gambia, raising concerns about their authenticity and the credibility of the nation’s passport system.

Gambia to Present Third Voluntary National Review at 2025 UN Forum on Sustainable Development

Awa Colley November 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia will present its third Voluntary National Review (VNR) at the United Nations High-level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development in July 2025, joining 38 other nations committed to showcasing their progress and challenges in meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set for 2030.

Senegal 2050: New National Development Plan Aims to Propel Senegal’s Competitive Growth and Governance

Frederic Tendeng October 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Diamniadio, Senegal) – Senegal has launched a comprehensive national development policy document, “Senegal 2050,” aiming to reshape the nation’s economic and governance landscape with a forward-looking plan that emphasizes good governance, human capital investment, and strategic territorial planning.

Over 2,100 “Ghost Workers” Identified in Gambia’s Civil Service, Salary Audit Reveals

Frederic Tendeng October 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Personnel Management Office (PMO) of The Gambia recently concluded a comprehensive audit of the government payroll, uncovering significant issues with “ghost workers” across three major ministries.

Task Force Investigates Ex-President Jammeh’s Land Deals to Uncover Corruption

Frederic Tendeng October 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – As part of an ongoing investigation into questionable land transactions, a Task Force Committee, led by Chairperson Kebba Njie, conducted an inspection on Saturday, October 4, 2024, of several properties leased by exiled former President Yahya Jammeh.

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