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Albayrak Group Begins Bold Transformative Upgrades at Port of Banjul

October 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Following a concession agreement signed in July, Türkiye’s Albayrak Group has accelerated efforts to revamp The Gambia’s port infrastructure, starting with the Port of Banjul and extending to inland terminals in Basse and Kaur. The ambitious project encompasses full financing, maintenance, and operational duties for the Port of Banjul and promises a major boost to Gambia’s trade potential with plans underway for a deep-sea port in Sanyang.

Central Bank Governor Escapes Public Eye as Parliament Committee Grants Him Private Hearing in Petroleum Scandal Inquest

October 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The National Assembly’s Joint Committee on Finance, Public Accounts, and Public Enterprises has agreed to hold a private hearing with The Gambia’s Central Bank Governor, Buah Saidy, allowing him to present findings on the unfolding petroleum import controversy away from the public eye.

Journey Consultancy to Spearhead Destination Gambia’s 10-Year Tourism Strategy Under World Bank Project

October 8, 2024

Gambiaj;com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Journey Consultancy Firm has been contracted to develop a comprehensive marketing and branding strategy to elevate Destination Gambia’s profile on the global tourism map. The contract, awarded through The Gambia’s Tourism Diversification Resilience Project, marks a significant step toward positioning the country as a premier tourism destination in Africa, a sector that plays a critical role in The Gambia’s socio-economic landscape.

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

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.

Gambia’s Lands Ministry Orders Immediate Halt to Unauthorized Development in Cape Point Wetland

October 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Ministry of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs has issued an immediate suspension on all development activities within the ecologically sensitive Cape Point wetland area.

Casamance Economy and Stability – What to Know About Senegal’s $53.6 Billion CFA National Recovery Plan

October 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (ZIGUINCHOR, Senegal) – Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, announced on Monday an ambitious national recovery plan for the Casamance region, aimed at revitalizing the economies of Ziguinchor, Sédhiou, and Kolda after decades of conflict.

Leaked Photos of UDP Leader Darboe in Wheelchair Spark Debate Over Age, Leadership, and 2026 Presidential Race

October 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Photos of Gambian opposition leader Ousainou Darboe in a wheelchair, reportedly taken at Brussels Airport and leaked by members of the ruling National People’s Party (NPP), have ignited a heated discussion on social media this Monday.

U.S. Citizens in The Gambia and Abroad Urged to Return Absentee Ballots by October 11

October 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Like those currently staying in The Gambia, U.S. citizens residing overseas are encouraged to participate in the upcoming elections by submitting their absentee ballots no later than October 11, 2024, to ensure timely delivery and counting. The U.S. Embassy has provided resources and support to assist Americans abroad with voting from outside the United States.

How Africa Loses Over $300b Annually in Illicit Financial Flows

October 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (NAIROBI, Kenya) – Tax experts say a weakness in the definition of illicit financial flows is helping looters make away with money from Africa, weakening its growth. Now, they want that definition expanded to include tax evasion and other benefits that emanate from transnational crimes, bribery, embezzlement, and other illegal activities.

What really happened in Njamena as Chad Silences Justice Panel on Habré Atrocities

October 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com (NJAMENA, Chad) – Police in Chad disrupted a conference planned to address justice for victims of former President Hissène Habré’s abuses on October 2, 2024, stopping a keynote speaker, former Human Rights Watch (HRW) counsel Reed Brody, from addressing his audience.

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Albayrak Group Begins Bold Transformative Upgrades at Port of Banjul

Central Bank Governor Escapes Public Eye as Parliament Committee Grants Him Private Hearing in Petroleum Scandal Inquest

Journey Consultancy to Spearhead Destination Gambia’s 10-Year Tourism Strategy Under World Bank Project

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

Gambia’s Lands Ministry Orders Immediate Halt to Unauthorized Development in Cape Point Wetland

Casamance Economy and Stability – What to Know About Senegal’s $53.6 Billion CFA National Recovery Plan

Leaked Photos of UDP Leader Darboe in Wheelchair Spark Debate Over Age, Leadership, and 2026 Presidential Race

U.S. Citizens in The Gambia and Abroad Urged to Return Absentee Ballots by October 11

How Africa Loses Over $300b Annually in Illicit Financial Flows

What really happened in Njamena as Chad Silences Justice Panel on Habré Atrocities

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