Gambiaj.com – A World Bank-supported project to help set up a digital Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (eCRVS) system for The Gambia has seen the issuance of birth certificates and social insurance cards to 1.17 million people, representing more than half of the country’s estimated population of 2.71 million citizens.
Gambiaj.com – The Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) has defended its decision to sign a duty stamp contract with Swiss company SICPA amidst criticism from various quarters. The Commissioner General of GRA, Yankuba Darboe, addressed journalists yesterday, stating that the criticism is unfounded and based on a misunderstanding of the contract’s contents.
Gambiaj.com – In a recent development, the High Court has issued an interim order restraining the Clerk of the National Assembly, its agents, servants, or any other parties from removing Fatoumatta Njai (Touma), Kebba K.K Barrow, and Samba Jallow from their elected positions in the ECOWAS Parliament.
Gambiaj.com – In a televised message on Wednesday, newly elected President Bassirou Diomaye Faye welcomed investors to Senegal and promised to examine the mining, oil, and gas sectors. In a March election, Faye comfortably defeated the ruling coalition’s nominee, signaling high hopes for change in the nation of approximately 18 million people.
Gambiaj.com – In a national address on the eve of Senegal’s 64th Independence Day celebration, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced strong measures to combat corruption. He emphasized relentless efforts against corruption, stating that penalties for tax fraud and illicit financial flows would be significantly tougher.
Gambiaj.com – The Permanent Representative of the Republic of The Gambia to the African Union, H.E. Jainaba Jagne, has today highlighted the significance of commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union. The Gambian Diplomat was speaking in a media engagement at the Mwalimu Nyerere Political Affairs, Peace, and Security Building in Addis Ababa.
Gambiaj.com – The Indo Gambia Film and Cultural Forum recently held a momentous gathering at the esteemed headquarters of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI) in Noida, bringing together esteemed delegates from both nations to enhance cultural exchange and collaboration.
Gambiaj.com – Guo Quan, a gynecologist from Shenyang Hospital in Liaoning Province, China, was part of the fourth batch of medical teams sent to The Gambia. Guo’s dedication to Africa stems from his belief in the urgent need for doctors in the region. His team, consisting of nine other medical professionals, arrived in The Gambia in November 2020, responding to an invitation from the Gambian government.
Gambiaj.com – The Anti-Crime Unit’s prosecution has advanced the case against seven individuals accused of assaulting police officers while in the line of duty. The suspects whose names have not been disclosed in the police public statement were apprehended at Mariama Kunda for allegedly throwing stones at ACU officers during a rescue mission at the Alkalo’s compound.
Gambiaj.com – Former President Macky Sall of Senegal has left the country to perform Umrah in Mecca, joined by former First Lady Mariéme Faye Sall. This spiritual journey precedes his planned visit to Morocco with his family. The transfer of power at the Palace of the Republic saw his successor “lend” him the presidential plane for his travels.
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