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The Gambia Among Countries Risking Severe Food Insecurity in West and Central Africa

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has issued a dire warning regarding the looming food crisis in West and Central Africa, particularly during the lean period between June and August. The organization’s analysis of 17 countries in the region, including the Gambia, Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Burkina Faso, Chad, and Nigeria, among others, reveals that approximately 52 million people will face serious to famine-level food insecurity.

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The Gambia Stands Firm on Israel Relations Amid OIC Summit’s Ceasefire Call

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Following the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit hosted in Banjul, The Gambia’s stance on its relationship with Israel remains resolute despite the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Foreign Minister Dr. Mamadou Tangara reaffirmed the country’s commitment to maintaining diplomatic ties with Israel, even as pressure mounts on countries to isolate Israel over its actions in Palestine.

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Gambian Civil Servants Angered by Flip-Flop on Allowance Increments

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a series of confusing events, Gambian civil servants have been left frustrated by the government’s indecision regarding their allowances. The saga began in November 2023 when the cabinet approved an increase in transport and residential allowances for civil servants, without any request from the recipients.

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Two Remanded for Cocaine Possession, One Granted Bail for Cannabis Peddling

Gambiaj.com – (KANIFING) – In a Tuesday court proceeding at the Kanifing Magistrates Court, Alagie Njie and Assan Jobe were denied bail by Magistrate Touray for possession of prohibited cocaine. The duo, charged under section 43(4)b of the Drug Control Act 2003, were found in possession of 2 grams and 84 milligrams of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. Both individuals pleaded not guilty to the charges.

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Assembly Committee on Agriculture Investigates Seccos’ D32 Million Groundnut Trade Loss

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The National Assembly Committee on Agriculture has recently embarked on a nationwide fact-finding mission to agricultural marketing societies (SECCOS) following concerns raised about the 2023/24 groundnut trade season. The mission began April 30th and ended May 6th. It aimed to address a D32 million shortfall identified in various SECCOS, as disclosed by the National Food Security Processing and Marketing Corporation (NFSPMC).

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