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Senegal’s National Intelligence (DNR) Gets New Boss

May 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – In a recent decree dated April 24, 2024, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal has appointed Major General El Hadji Daouda Niang as the new General Delegate for National Intelligence (DNR), replacing Lieutenant General (2nd) Cheikh Sène. General Niang, previously serving as the Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Senegal to the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, now takes the helm of the DNR, a key intelligence agency in Senegal.

GNPC to Highlight Investment Opportunities at Invest in African Energy Forum

May 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia National Petroleum Company (GNPC) is set to showcase investment opportunities in The Gambia’s oil and gas sector at the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) forum in Paris. Baboucarr Njie, Managing Director of GNPC, will speak at the event on May 14-15, aiming to attract global capital to the country’s untapped energy prospects.

Microneedle Patch Shows Promise as Safe and Effective Measles Vaccine for Children

May 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a groundbreaking trial conducted in The Gambia, researchers have discovered that a vaccine patch, no larger than a standard sticking plaster, could be a game-changer in the fight against measles. The trial suggests that this innovative device could offer a safe and effective alternative to traditional injections, particularly in remote areas where transportation and storage of vaccines pose significant challenges.

OIC Summit Preparatory Meeting Begins, Focus on Unity, Palestine

May 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In Banjul, The Gambia, the preparatory meeting for the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers has commenced gathering senior officials from OIC member states. The meeting’s primary objective is to draft documents for the upcoming 15th Heads of State and Government Summit scheduled for May 4-5.

Chinese Vice Chairman to Attend OIC Summit in Gambia, Strengthening Ties with African Nations

May 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BEIJING) – In a move to strengthen ties with African and Muslim nations, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s Special Representative and Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, Zheng Jianbang, will be traveling to Gambia from May 4 to 5.

Police Seek Assistance in Hunt for High-Profile Burglary Suspect

May 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia Police Force has issued a notice seeking the public’s assistance in locating Mass Njie, a Senegalese national wanted in connection with a series of burglaries and thefts.

Witness Testifies in Fatoumatta Kargbo Murder Trial – Victim Held Knife, Accused Stabbed Himself

May 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a gripping turn of events at the trial of Arona Tine for the murder of Fatoumatta Kargbo, the prosecution’s first witness, Sanna Cham, testified to a scene of chaos and tragedy. The incident, which occurred at HM Bureau de Change in Westfield, shocked the community and left many questions unanswered.

Pastef Party Keeps President Diomaye in Action, Holds Meetings, Contemplates Future

April 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – The Pastef party on Saturday convened a series of meetings involving its Political Bureau, deputies, local elected officials, departmental coordinators, National Movement committees, and the supreme regulatory authority for political indoctrination, among other entities. The meetings were the first since Bassirou Diomaye Faye was elected president on March 24.

Senegal and Guinea-Bissau Leaders Vow to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

April 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BISSAU) – During his visit to Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye held a joint press conference with his Guinean counterpart, President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, reaffirming the strong ties between their countries and highlighting areas for further collaboration.

Gambian Civil Society Petitions President Barrow to Uphold Ban on Female Genital Mutilation

April 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a concerted effort to safeguard the rights and well-being of women and girls in The Gambia, a coalition of concerned citizens, led by the Nyang-Sanneh Institute, has petitioned President Adama Barrow to uphold the ban on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). The petition, addressed to the President through his Chief of Staff, Mod K. Ceesay, expresses deep concerns about a bill tabled before the National Assembly to reverse the 2015 landmark law banning FGM.

Recent News

Senegal’s National Intelligence (DNR) Gets New Boss

GNPC to Highlight Investment Opportunities at Invest in African Energy Forum

Microneedle Patch Shows Promise as Safe and Effective Measles Vaccine for Children

OIC Summit Preparatory Meeting Begins, Focus on Unity, Palestine

Chinese Vice Chairman to Attend OIC Summit in Gambia, Strengthening Ties with African Nations

Police Seek Assistance in Hunt for High-Profile Burglary Suspect

Witness Testifies in Fatoumatta Kargbo Murder Trial – Victim Held Knife, Accused Stabbed Himself

Pastef Party Keeps President Diomaye in Action, Holds Meetings, Contemplates Future

Senegal and Guinea-Bissau Leaders Vow to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Gambian Civil Society Petitions President Barrow to Uphold Ban on Female Genital Mutilation

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