Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia Police Force has announced the initiation of an investigation into concerns raised in a recent special audit report by the Auditor General regarding the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC). This audit report, which flagged certain unspecified issues within the IEC’s operations, has now drawn formal scrutiny from law enforcement.
Gambiaj.com – (Dakar, Senegal) – The recently unveiled “Senegal Vision 2050,” aimed at propelling the nation toward long-term development, has triggered significant backlash from prominent opposition figures.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice (EF Small Centre) has submitted a series of formal requests to key public institutions in The Gambia, demanding access to information under the Access to Information Act 2021.
Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – In a departure from previous administrations, Senegal’s current government has opted for local expertise to drive its ambitious economic revival plan. According to Africa Intelligence, the consulting firm called “Performance”, that is assisting Bassirou Diomaye Faye since April 2024, was the one selected to support the government in developing Monday’s published transformative economic strategy titled “Senegal 2050.”
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia’s Ministry of Information has officially rebranded, now bearing the name Ministry of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services, following approval from President Adama Barrow. This change underscores an expanded mandate that includes broader responsibilities in media and broadcasting, alongside the Ministry’s established role in public information dissemination.
Gambiaj.com – (DIAMNIADIO, Senegal) – This strategic roadmap, introduced with much anticipation, sets forth targets to significantly elevate the country’s economic status and quality of life over the next several decades, addressing issues of underdevelopment, economic dependency, and national debt…
Gambiaj;com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia’s national football team reignited their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification hopes on Monday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Madagascar in their Group A qualifier. The match, held at Stade Ben Ahmed El Abdi, saw the Scorpions secure three pivotal points, pushing them into second place in the group standings and keeping their dreams of competing in Morocco next year alive.
Gambiaj.com – (Diamniadio, Senegal) – Senegal has launched a comprehensive national development policy document, “Senegal 2050,” aiming to reshape the nation’s economic and governance landscape with a forward-looking plan that emphasizes good governance, human capital investment, and strategic territorial planning.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia is on a path toward economic growth, driven by productive discussions between the country’s leaders and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during an 11-day mission that wrapped up in Banjul on October 11. Despite some fiscal challenges, the IMF review team reported progress on The Gambia’s reform agenda under the 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.
Gambiaj;com – (BIGNONA, Senegal) – Since October 7, 2024, the Senegalese military has launched an extensive crackdown on hemp cultivation and illegal logging in northern Sindian’s Djibidione, Dieye-Djondji, Massaran, Balla Bassène, and Nialé regions. These areas, situated near the Gambian border, have become hotbeds for hemp cultivation, drawing renewed government attention as trafficking activities have surged to concerning levels.