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Gambia’s Information Minister Highlights Transparency Initiatives at UNESCO Conference in Ghana

Frederic Tendeng October 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (ACCRA, Ghana) – Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, the Honorable Minister of Information for The Gambia, participated in a high-profile global conference commemorating the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) in Accra, Ghana. Organized by UNESCO in collaboration with the Government of Ghana, the conference centered on the theme “Mainstreaming Access to Information and Participation in the Public Sector.”

Upper River Region Governor Assesses Flood-Devastated Rice Fields, Urges Swift Action to Avert Food Crisis

Frederic Tendeng October 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (URR, The Gambia) – Governor Samba Bah of The Gambia’s Upper River Region (URR) has led a team of officials, including the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), security heads, and local authorities, to assess the severe damage caused by recent floods that have ravaged key rice fields in the region.

John Amos, the Adult Kunta Kinte of “Roots,” Dies at 84, Leaving a Legacy of Resilience

Frederic Tendeng October 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Los Angeles, United States of America) – John Amos, beloved for his iconic role as Kunta Kinteh in the groundbreaking miniseries Roots, has passed away at the age of 84. The actor, who left an indelible mark on television and film, died of natural causes on August 21 in Los Angeles, his publicist confirmed.

Foundation Launches Week-Long Campaign for Disability Rights During Deaf Week in The Gambia

Frederic Tendeng October 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Foundation for Civil Rights of Persons with Disabilities has launched a week-long advocacy campaign to promote disability rights and protection in The Gambia, in commemoration of Deaf Week. The event, aimed at amplifying advocacy for the needs of individuals with disabilities, seeks to

Married Man with Mistress on Trip to Gambia Dies in Car Accident Near Ziguinchor

Frederic Tendeng September 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Ziguinchor, Senegal) – A tragic accident occurred on Saturday, September 28, just outside the village of Tobor, a few kilometers from Ziguinchor in Senegal’s southern region. The crash claimed the life of a married man, identified as Mr. N., while his mistress and her friend sustained injuries.

Study Reveals Field-of-Education Mismatch and Low Earnings Among University of The Gambia Graduates

Frederic Tendeng September 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – A recent study published in the Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal has highlighted the significant impact of field-of-education-job mismatch on the current earnings of recent graduates from the University of The Gambia (UTG).

Money Gambians Send Home from Europe is a Lifeline for Their Families but the Sacrifices Take a Toll

Frederic Tendeng September 28, 2024

KWINELLA, Gambia (AP) – Binta Bah met her husband last year on a dating app and instantly fell in love. They spent hours every day glued to their mobile phones and soon got married on a video call.

Four Nigerian Professors Take Leadership at Gambia’s University of Science and Technology

Frederic Tendeng September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) has announced the appointment of four Nigerian professors to prominent positions at the University of Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology (USET) in The Gambia. This was revealed by NTAC Director-General, Yusuf Yakub, on Saturday in Abuja, during a visit by The Gambia’s Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology, Pierre Gomez.

U.S Judge Denies Third Dismissal Request in Former Death Squad Michael Sang Correa Torture Case

Frederic Tendeng September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (COLORADO, United States) – This time, Michael Sang Correa argued his federal indictment for torture was filed beyond the statute of limitations; and for the third time this year, a U.S. federal judge has refused to dismiss multiple criminal charges against Michael Sang Correa, a former member of The Gambia’s notorious “Junglers” death squad under ex-dictator Yahya Jammeh. Correa, now living in Colorado, faces charges of torture committed in his home country, in a case that marks a rare use of U.S. law to prosecute international human rights abuses.

Sweden to Expel 18-Year-Old Boy to Gambia After Deadly Shooting Linked to Gang War

Jarai Jallow September 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (UPPSALA, Sweden) – An 18-year-old (name withheld) involved in the violent Södertälje gang network in Sweden has been sentenced to six years and ten months in prison for the murder of a rival gang member. Following his prison term, he is set to be deported to Gambia, despite having been born and raised in Sweden, a decision that has stirred debate due to his stateless status and lack of prior connections to The Gambia.

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