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UNESCO Empowers Gambian Youth to Combat Hate Speech and Misinformation

Frederic Tendeng June 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – UNESCO continues to make significant strides in promoting media and information literacy among the youth of The Gambia. Building on the success of a two-day training event in October 2023, UNESCO has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young people as critical players in the battle against hate speech, misinformation, and disinformation.

The Gambia Ranks Among Lowest for Internet Speed and Quality Globally

Louise Mendy June 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia has been ranked among the bottom ten countries worldwide in terms of internet speed and network quality for its citizens, according to a recent assessment by a team of software and technology experts at Increditools. The study, based on data from Speedtest.net, highlighted the challenges facing the country’s internet infrastructure.

The Gambia Reviews Evidence Bill to Strengthen Cybercrime Legislation

Frederic Tendeng May 26, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy recently held a consultation review and validation workshop for the Evidence Bill, with support from the Council of Europe and close collaboration with the Ministry of Justice (MOJ).

U.S Senate Votes to Include TikTok Ban in Foreign Aid Package

Frederic Tendeng April 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (WASHINGTON) – The Senate has moved closer to passing a bill that includes a provision to ban the popular social media app TikTok, amidst broader foreign aid measures. The bill, part of a larger package, would require TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app or face a ban from U.S. devices and networks.

Africell Gambia launches 5G

Kaddy Danso February 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Africell Gambia has launched 5G; ultra broadband is currently available in Banjul, Fajara, Kairaba Avenue, Senegambia, and Brusubi.

MoHERST Leads Roundtable Discussion on STI for SDGs Roadmap Project for Africa

Awa Colley January 31, 2024

The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (MoHERST) held a roundtable discussion on leveraging science, technology, and innovation (STI) for Africa’s Sustainable Development Goals, involving key stakeholders and experts to develop strategies for achieving these objectives.

Baby Diaper Market Projected to Reach $80.99 Billion by 2030 Due to Innovation

Lamin Jarjue January 12, 2024

The baby diaper market is projected to reach $80.99 billion by 2030, driven by increasing demand and innovation. The market is

The Gambia Set to validate its National Digital Transformation Strategy

Frederic Tendeng December 2, 2023

The Gambia, in collaboration with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Ministry of Communication and Digital Economy

The United States and Other Countries Announce Deal to Keep AI Safe From Rogue Actors.

Louise Mendy November 28, 2023

In order to protect artificial intelligence (AI) systems from rogue actors, the United States and 17 other nations presented an international

The Disruptive Lab: The Epicenter of Technological Innovation in The Gambia

Mariama Cham November 16, 2023

The Disruptive Lab has established itself as a driver of innovation for young entrepreneurs in the heart of the Gambia. This

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