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Gambia Government Spent Nearly D3 Billion on Vehicles Since 2020

December 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The government of The Gambia has spent a whopping D2,879,432,900 on vehicles, maintenance, fuel, and lubricants since 2020, raising concerns about inefficiencies and a lack of regulatory oversight. The Standard Newspaper, referencing the 2025 national estimates, reports that an additional D1,621,253,000 has been budgeted for similar expenditures, sparking debate over the sustainability of such spending.

Gambia Police Urges Victims of Alleged Scammer “Karanta” to Report as Investigation Ongoing

December 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia Police Force (GPF) has responded to a viral TikTok video alleging theft by an individual known as “Karanta” and accusations of police inaction. The GPF has urged victims of the alleged scammer to report to the Kairaba Police Station to facilitate a thorough investigation into the matter.

Darboe Critiques Gambian Judiciary, Calls for Constitutional Clarity on Public Service Neutrality

December 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The leader of The Gambia’s United Democratic Party (UDP), Ousainou Darboe, has raised concerns over what he perceives as contradictions and ambiguities in the interpretation of the country’s 1997 Constitution, particularly regarding the neutrality of public service appointments.

Gambian Expat in France Arrested After Allegations of Election Rigging Against President Barrow

December 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Mbemba Drammeh, a Gambian resident in France, has been arrested after claiming in an interview with a Gambian news portal that he possessed evidence of how President Adama Barrow and his National People’s Party (NPP) rigged the 2021 presidential election.

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

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

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

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

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.

Editorial – Failure to Anticipate Power Outage at Banjul Airport is Bad Publicity for Gambia’s Image

December 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – A sudden power outage at Banjul International Airport, on Friday, has exposed significant lapses in infrastructure preparedness, forcing flight diversions and raising concerns about The Gambia’s reputation as a safe and reliable travel destination. The disruption rendered runway lights and communication systems inoperative, jeopardizing passenger safety and causing widespread delays.

Sierra Leone Parliament Dismisses Auditor-General and Deputy Sparking Accountability Concerns

December 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (Freetown, Sierra Leone) – On Friday, Sierra Leone’s Parliament passed a resolution to remove

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Gambia Government Spent Nearly D3 Billion on Vehicles Since 2020

Gambia Police Urges Victims of Alleged Scammer “Karanta” to Report as Investigation Ongoing

Darboe Critiques Gambian Judiciary, Calls for Constitutional Clarity on Public Service Neutrality

Gambian Expat in France Arrested After Allegations of Election Rigging Against President Barrow

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

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

Senegal Presidential Advisor Sparks Outrage with Remarks on Tirailleurs

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

Editorial – Failure to Anticipate Power Outage at Banjul Airport is Bad Publicity for Gambia’s Image

Sierra Leone Parliament Dismisses Auditor-General and Deputy Sparking Accountability Concerns

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