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GRA Urges Vehicle Owners to Clear Denton Bridge Ahead of OIC Summit

April 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) has issued a second call to all vehicle owners around the Denton Bridge to clear their vehicles from the highway by paying their Customs duty and taxes. This move comes as The Gambia prepares to host the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit in a few days, with significant efforts being made to clear the roads within the Greater Banjul Area.

2024 Forecast – Above-Average Rainfall Predicted for Sahel and West African Agricultural Belts

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (ABUJA) – Meteorologists at the 2024 Forum for Seasonal Forecasts of the Agro-hydro-climatic Characteristics of the Rainy Season for the Sudanian and Sahelian zones of West Africa from Chad (PRESASS 2024) have issued predictions for the upcoming rainy season in the Sahelian strip. The forum, held in Abuja, Nigeria, from April 22 to 26, 2024, anticipates a generally wet season across the region.

Gambia – Evaluation of Maternal Mortality Surveillance Reveals Need for Improved Data Quality, Timeliness

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – A recent study titled “Evaluation of the Maternal Mortality Surveillance System, The Gambia” sheds light on the effectiveness of The Gambia’s Maternal Mortality Surveillance System and identifies areas for improvement. The study, published in the Journal of Interventional Epidemiology and Public Health by the African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET), evaluated the system’s usefulness and assessed various system attributes.

Gambia – Study Identifies Disparities in Factors Influencing Child Fever Care-seeking

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – A recent study published in the Malaria Journal sheds light on the challenges and influences affecting the care-seeking behavior of mothers for children with fever in The Gambia. The study, based on data from the 2019–20 Demographic and Health Survey, highlights the importance of understanding these factors to improve malaria control strategies in the country.

GFF/FIFA Talent ID Grassroots Project Identifies Promising Young Footballers

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia Football Federation (GFF), in collaboration with FIFA, continues its Talent Development Scheme Project (TDS) with a focus on grassroots talent identification. The project aims to scout and nurture young football talents across various communities in The Gambia.

Drug Busts Lead to Multiple Arrests in The Gambia

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Drug Law Enforcement Agency The Gambia (DLEAG) has made significant arrests in recent days, targeting individuals suspected of drug trafficking.

Independence Stadium Undergoes Second Major Renovations to Meet International Standards

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BAKAU) – The Gambia’s Independence Stadium has embarked on its second phase of remodeling and rehabilitation, aiming to bring significant changes to the national edifice. This phase, categorized as short-term works (Phase 2), forms part of the new additional scope of works identified by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

Senegal – Public Service Implements Biometric Timekeeping System for Staff

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – The Minister of Public Service took action. Olivier Boucal, through a circular signed this Friday, informed all staff in his department that “the biometric timekeeping system already in place will be effectively started, from Monday April 29, 2024”. This, he said, as part of the control and monitoring of the effective presence of agents.

Sona Jobarteh Takes Gambian Kora to Western Montana

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (MONTANA) – Sona Jobarteh, a multi-instrumentalist singer and composer, is the first professional female playing the Kora from any of the West African Griot families.

Gambia’s Faye Njie Secures Bronze at Senior African Judo Championship, Eyes Olympic Qualification

April 27, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (CAIRO) – Faye Njie, a Gambian International Judo athlete, has secured a bronze medal at the Senior African Judo Championship held in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday, 26th April. Competing in the 73kg men’s category, Njie fought his way to the third position in the competition, showcasing his skill and determination on the mat.

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GRA Urges Vehicle Owners to Clear Denton Bridge Ahead of OIC Summit

2024 Forecast – Above-Average Rainfall Predicted for Sahel and West African Agricultural Belts

Gambia – Evaluation of Maternal Mortality Surveillance Reveals Need for Improved Data Quality, Timeliness

Gambia – Study Identifies Disparities in Factors Influencing Child Fever Care-seeking

GFF/FIFA Talent ID Grassroots Project Identifies Promising Young Footballers

Drug Busts Lead to Multiple Arrests in The Gambia

Independence Stadium Undergoes Second Major Renovations to Meet International Standards

Senegal – Public Service Implements Biometric Timekeeping System for Staff

Sona Jobarteh Takes Gambian Kora to Western Montana

Gambia’s Faye Njie Secures Bronze at Senior African Judo Championship, Eyes Olympic Qualification

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