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Yahya Menteng Sanyang Seeks Salafi Imam Fatty’s Help for UDP’s 2026 Presidential Bid

July 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Yahya Menteng Sanyang, a parliamentarian for the United Democratic Party (UDP) in Latrikunda Sabiji, has called on Imam Fatty and his supporters, who have advocated for the repeal of the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), to assist in fortifying the UDP’s candidacy for president in 2026. Sanyang’s appeal comes after the National Assembly voted to uphold the ban on FGM.

The Gambia Mourns the Loss of Pioneering Islamic Scholar Aja Maimuna Savage

July 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The death has been announced of Aja Maimuna Savage, a revered Islamic scholar and preacher in The Gambia. The country’s Muslim community remembers Mai, as she was fondly called, as a true trailblazer and a dedicated messenger of the Islamic faith.

Global Outage Triggers Massive Disruptions: Airlines Grounded, Hospitals and Media Paralyzed

July 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – A global technology outage on Friday caused widespread chaos, grounding flights, disrupting banks and hospital systems, and silencing media outlets in a major disruption that underscored the world’s dependence on a few key software providers.

Senegal’s National Assembly Moves to Resolve Impasse with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko

July 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal)- The ongoing dispute between the Senegalese National Assembly and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko is poised for resolution as the assembly prepares to amend its internal regulations.

Gambia to Attend Russia-Africa Ministerial Meeting in Sochi

July 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – In a significant move to bolster international relations and enhance educational cooperation, The Gambia’s Foreign Minister, Mamadou Tangara, has confirmed to Russian state-owned news agency, Sputnik, his attendance at the upcoming Russia-Africa ministerial meeting in Sochi this autumn.

High Court Dismisses UDP Lawsuit Against Regional Governors for Non-Appearance

July 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BUNDUNG, The Gambia) – In a significant turn of events, the Bundung High Court, presided over by Justice Aisatou Jallow-Sey, has dismissed a lawsuit filed by five members of the United Democratic Party (UDP) challenging the appointments of regional Governors and Deputy Governors. The case was struck out due to the non-appearance of the UDP members and their legal representatives at the scheduled hearing.

Ebou Adams – Rediscovering My Love for Football at Derby County

July 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DERBY COUNTY, United Kingdom ) – Gambian international midfielder Ebou Adams has candidly shared how he “forgot” his footballing prowess before his transformative loan spell at Derby County last season.

Global Crackdown on West African Organized Crime Nets 300 Arrests and $3 Million Seizure

July 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) — In an extensive international operation aimed at dismantling West African organized crime syndicates, police forces across five continents have arrested 300 individuals, seized $3 million, and blocked 720 bank accounts, Interpol announced on Tuesday.

GPU, UNDEF Engage Permanent Secretaries on Effective Executing Access to Information Laws

July 18, 2024

The event aims to expose these high-ranking officials to best practices in public information management that facilitate easy access to information.

Senegal’s Trade Deficit Swells to 340 Billion FCFA in May 2024

July 18, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – Senegal recorded a further deterioration in its trade deficit in May 2024, widening to 340 billion FCFA compared to 278 billion FCFA in May 2023, according to data released this week by the Senegalese Directorate of Forecasting and Economic Studies (DPEE) of the Senegalese Ministry of Economy and Finance.

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Yahya Menteng Sanyang Seeks Salafi Imam Fatty’s Help for UDP’s 2026 Presidential Bid

The Gambia Mourns the Loss of Pioneering Islamic Scholar Aja Maimuna Savage

Global Outage Triggers Massive Disruptions: Airlines Grounded, Hospitals and Media Paralyzed

Senegal’s National Assembly Moves to Resolve Impasse with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko

Gambia to Attend Russia-Africa Ministerial Meeting in Sochi

High Court Dismisses UDP Lawsuit Against Regional Governors for Non-Appearance

Ebou Adams – Rediscovering My Love for Football at Derby County

Global Crackdown on West African Organized Crime Nets 300 Arrests and $3 Million Seizure

GPU, UNDEF Engage Permanent Secretaries on Effective Executing Access to Information Laws

Senegal’s Trade Deficit Swells to 340 Billion FCFA in May 2024

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