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The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gambia has disputed the Gambia Immigration Department's (GID) explanation for refusing entry to campaign technicians and vehicles for Prince Ebrahim...
Gambia's GPU urges parties to promote peace, tolerance ahead of Dec 5, 2026 presidential election
The Gambia government has announced new measures to strengthen electricity and water services, including adding 21 megawatts to the national grid and signing a major solar energy project.
Gambia gov't orders probe into Kanifing Mayor Talib Bensouda over financial irregularities, UNITE says it won't affect his candidacy.
Gambia's opposition coalition, Gambia First, led by UDP, launches manifesto ahead of December 5 election, vowing economic, constitutional, security, and civil service reforms.
Gambia's government has directed the removal of three council leaders from opposition party UDP, citing improper behaviour, negligence, and abuse of office.
Gambia's President Adama Barrow says the transformation of the State Intelligence Service is a clear example of security sector reforms under his administration.
Gambia's National Coalition for Sustainable Fisheries urges government to halt new industrial fishing licences to protect dwindling fish stocks and local livelihoods.
Dr. Omar Jagne, CEO of Africmed International Hospital in Gambia, has received two international awards at the 7th Africa Public Sector Conference and Awards in Accra, Ghana.
Gambia gov't orders criminal investigation into Banjul Mayoress Roheyatou Malick Lowe over alleged conflict of interest in D13.8M dustbin contract and misuse of Council funds.
Gambia's General Court-Martial has dismissed a defence application to strike out a desertion charge against Sanna Manjang, a member of the Gambia Armed Forces.
Gambia's President Adama Barrow has accused the United Democratic Party of blocking the passage of a new constitution, citing their opposition in the National Assembly.
