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Editorial: On This Day, The Legacy of December 30th, 2014

December 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Today marks the anniversary of a defining moment in The Gambia’s history, a day when brave souls dared to confront the dark tyranny that had gripped the nation for over two decades. These heroes, armed not just with weapons but with unyielding courage and an unshakable belief in freedom, risked everything to challenge one of Africa’s most notorious despots, Yahya Jammeh.

Gambia and Senegal Navies Partner in Joint Patrol to Bolster Maritime Security

December 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a robust demonstration of regional cooperation, the navies of The Gambia and Senegal successfully conducted a joint maritime patrol on December 28, 2024, within The Gambia’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

Jimmy Carter, The 39th US President, Has Died at 100

December 30, 2024

ATLANTA (AP) — Jimmy Carter, the peanut farmer who won the presidency in the wake of the Watergate scandal and Vietnam War, endured humbling defeat after one tumultuous term and then redefined life after the White House as a global humanitarian, has died. He was 100 years old.

Mali – Prominent Anti-Jihadist Religious Leader Amadou Hady Tall Kidnapped

December 29, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BAMAKO, Mali) – Amadou Hady Tall, the Caliph General of Tijâniya and an influential advocate for peace and non-violence, was kidnapped on Friday by armed men near the Mauritanian border in Mali. The region is known for its precarious security and the presence of jihadist groups, sources close to the family and security officials confirmed on Saturday.

Salieu Taal: ‘Tribunal for Jammeh, ECOWAS Can Prove it Protects Citizens, Not Just Leaders’

December 28, 2024

Approved on December 15 at ECOWAS’s 66th Ordinary Session in Abuja, the tribunal is not only a milestone for justice in The Gambia but also a significant test of ECOWAS’s commitment to protecting the rights of ordinary citizens, according to prominent Gambian attorney and human rights advocate Salieu Taal.

Jammeh’s Aircraft Sale: Shadowy Deals, Below-Market Valuations, and Million-Dollar Windfalls

December 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – According to Gambian online newspaper The Republic, the sale of five aircraft belonging to former Gambian president Yahya Jammeh has been marred by lapses in transparency and significant profit margins for a private businessman, even as the assets were ostensibly under the process of a court freeze.

Sukuta Week 2024: Empowering the Youth, Celebrating Diversity

December 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The 6th edition of the highly anticipated Sukuta Week is in full swing, drawing a vibrant crowd from the local community and beyond. Hosted by the diverse and dynamic Sukuta community, this week-long celebration has become a hallmark event, blending cultural heritage, sports, education, and community development.

Senegal’s High Court of Justice Set to Hold Former Government Officials Accountable

December 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – The Senegalese High Court of Justice, tasked with holding former government officials accountable for serious crimes, is set to be officially established on Saturday at the National Assembly in Dakar. This installation comes after a summons from the Senegalese executive, which has informed the deputies of the session.

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

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.

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.

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Editorial: On This Day, The Legacy of December 30th, 2014

Gambia and Senegal Navies Partner in Joint Patrol to Bolster Maritime Security

Jimmy Carter, The 39th US President, Has Died at 100

Mali – Prominent Anti-Jihadist Religious Leader Amadou Hady Tall Kidnapped

Salieu Taal: ‘Tribunal for Jammeh, ECOWAS Can Prove it Protects Citizens, Not Just Leaders’

Jammeh’s Aircraft Sale: Shadowy Deals, Below-Market Valuations, and Million-Dollar Windfalls

Sukuta Week 2024: Empowering the Youth, Celebrating Diversity

Senegal’s High Court of Justice Set to Hold Former Government Officials Accountable

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

Gambia Government Spent Nearly D3 Billion on Vehicles Since 2020

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