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CDS Cham Promises to Address Critical Challenges of State Guards and Navy as he Concludes Military Tour

August 25, 2024

(BANJUL, The Gambia) – Lieutenant General Mamad O.A. Cham, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), has concluded a comprehensive tour of military installations and facilities across The Gambia. The visit, which marks the first of its kind since his appointment, aimed to assess the conditions and challenges faced by the armed forces and foster direct communication with the troops.

Air Senegal Halts New York Route Amid Financial Audit: A Tale of Prestige Over Profit

August 25, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – As of September 19, 2024, Air Senegal will discontinue its transatlantic route between Dakar (DSS) and New York (JFK), ending a three-year operation that was marked by challenges and low profitability. The 3,830-mile route, which currently operates twice weekly, has struggled to gain traction in a competitive market, despite its symbolic importance to the airline.

Congo’s Stadium Ban Lifted Amid CAF Scrutiny, Gambia and Others Still Await Clearance

August 25, 2024

Gambiaj;com – (BRAZAVILLE, Congo) – While Congo celebrates the ban lifting on the Alphonse Massamba-Débat Stadium in Brazaville, the situation remains grim for several other African nations, including The Gambia, whose national stadiums continue to face bans. The Independence Stadium in Bakau, The Gambia, remains on CAF’s list of prohibited venues, a situation that has forced the Gambian national team to play its home matches abroad

Experienced Gambian Referee Lamin Jammeh to Officiate High-Stakes AFCON Qualifier Between Ghana and Niger

August 25, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Gambian referee Lamin N. Jammeh has been appointed as the center referee for the crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between Ghana and Niger.

Ombudsman Highlights Critical Issues on Transparency, Prison Reforms – President Barrow Pledges Action

August 23, 2024

The reports provided a comprehensive overview of the country’s pressing issues, focusing on the conditions within prisons, the integrity of public officials, and the conduct of various public institutions.

United Purpose Donates $1 Million in Protective Equipment to Empower Oyster Harvesters Across Gambia

August 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – BANJUL, The Gambia) — United Purpose has made a significant contribution to the safety and livelihoods of women oyster collectors in Gambia, donating $1 million worth of personal protective equipment.

On this Day – Exposing a Hidden Atrocity: The Chilling Account of Yahya Jammeh’s Secret Mile Two Executions

August 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – On August 23, 2012, former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh ordered the execution of nine death row inmates. The victims were Lamin Darbo, Lamin Jarju, L.F. Jammeh, Alieu Bah, Gibril Bah, Malang Sonko, Abubacar Yarbo, Dawda Bojang, and Tabara Samba—the only female and a Senegalese national.

The Gambia Ranks Among World’s Top 5 Most Generous Nations in 2024 World Giving Index

August 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) released its annual World Giving Index on Thursday, August 22, highlighting The Gambia as the 4th most generous country globally.

What to Know About Senegal’s Expert Commission to Review Strategic Contracts in Oil and Gas Sector

August 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – In a move aimed at re-balancing Senegal’s economic partnerships, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko officially announced the formation of a high-level commission on August 19, 2024. The commission, composed of legal, tax, and energy sector experts, will review contracts signed with foreign companies in key sectors, with a primary focus on the oil and gas industry.

Families 44 Ghanaians Seek Reparation After ECOWAS Court Orders Release of 2005 Gambia Massacre Reports

August 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (ACCRA, Ghana) – Families of the 44 Ghanaians massacred in The Gambia in 2005 are intensifying their call for justice and compensation after the ECOWAS Court of Justice ordered the Ghanaian government to release critical information related to the killings.

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CDS Cham Promises to Address Critical Challenges of State Guards and Navy as he Concludes Military Tour

Air Senegal Halts New York Route Amid Financial Audit: A Tale of Prestige Over Profit

Congo’s Stadium Ban Lifted Amid CAF Scrutiny, Gambia and Others Still Await Clearance

Experienced Gambian Referee Lamin Jammeh to Officiate High-Stakes AFCON Qualifier Between Ghana and Niger

Ombudsman Highlights Critical Issues on Transparency, Prison Reforms – President Barrow Pledges Action

United Purpose Donates $1 Million in Protective Equipment to Empower Oyster Harvesters Across Gambia

On this Day – Exposing a Hidden Atrocity: The Chilling Account of Yahya Jammeh’s Secret Mile Two Executions

The Gambia Ranks Among World’s Top 5 Most Generous Nations in 2024 World Giving Index

What to Know About Senegal’s Expert Commission to Review Strategic Contracts in Oil and Gas Sector

Families 44 Ghanaians Seek Reparation After ECOWAS Court Orders Release of 2005 Gambia Massacre Reports

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