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Gambia: Three Media Houses Present Videos in Police Shooting Trial

Police Shooting · The Gambia

Gambia: Three Media Houses Present Videos in Police Shooting Trial

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Three media houses--QTV Gambia, Kerr Fatou, and The Fatu Network--have presented video footage before the High Court in the ongoing trial involving Ousainou and Amie Bojang, accused in a high-profile police shooting case. The footage, which covers a police press briefing held on September 15, 2023, was submitted in compliance with a court order granted upon the request of defence counsel Lamin J. Darboe.See the Story

Gambia: As Malaria Season Begins, a Life-Saving Infusion of Medicine

Malaria · The Gambia

Gambia: As Malaria Season Begins, a Life-Saving Infusion of Medicine

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Press Release - A donation from the China International Development Cooperation Agency, through the IFRC, helps the Gambia Red Cross bring critical medication as the rainly season starts and people are most vulnerable to malaria.See the Story

Sona Jobarteh Appointed as Gambia Tourism Board Roaming Ambassador

Banjul · Banjul

Sona Jobarteh Appointed as Gambia Tourism Board Roaming Ambassador

By: Yunus S. Saliu In a remarkable stride toward enhancing cultural diplomacy and tourism promotion, the Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard), under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MoTAC), has appointed internationally renowned Gambian Kora maestro, Dr. Sona Jobarteh, as a Roaming Ambassador for Destination Gambia. Dr. Sona Jobarteh was officially honoured during a prestigious awards dinner hosted by GTBoard at Casa Afriqa i…See the Story

Fasting Ashura: What Is Ashura And Why Is It Important – The Standard Newspaper

By Sheikh Ibrahim Hindy As we welcome the new Islamic year, we should take the time to reflect on ourselves and how we can make this year better than the last. One of the best opportunities to get a fresh start is by fasting the day of Ashura. Ashura literally means ‘the tenth’ and refers to the 10th day of Muharram, the first month in the Islamic calendar year. It is a day that our Prophet Muhammad fasted and encouraged us to fast as well. He t…Banjul · Banjul See the Story

ECOWAS Trains Legal Advisors to Advance African Trade Pact

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-trains-legal-advisors-to-advance-african-trade-pact/The ECOWAS Commission launched a four-day capacity-building workshop for legal advisors in Banjul, Gambia, on June 30, 2025. Focused on implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the training aims to align regional legal frameworks with the trade agreement’s requirement…European Union · Banjul See the Story

Chelsea FC Foward Nicolas Jackson Viral Video: Did He Cheat on Girlfriend?

Astrid Wett, an OnlyFans model and Chelsea supporter, disclosed her Facetime conversation with someone she claims is Nicolas Jackson live. Though it’s obvious from the context that she’s talking about the Chelsea striker, she addressed the person she was speaking to as “Jackson.” On the video, a person identified as Jackson says, “I mean I want you to send me something but you’re not sending me anything.” Born in Senegal on June 20, 2001, Nicola…Banjul · Banjul Read Article

AKI Case: MCA Director Admits Deadly Children’s Drugs Were Unregistered – Foroyaa Newspaper

By Mariama Marong During a tense cross-examination on July 3, 2025, Acting Director of the Medicines Control Agency (MCA), Ensa Marena, admitted before the Banjul High Court that several drugs linked to the deaths of children were not registered by his agency. The testimony came in the ongoing Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) case presided over by Judge Ebrima Jaiteh. Plaintiffs’ counsel Luna Farage pressed the MCA chief on the agency’s oversight, alle…Banjul · Banjul Read Article

Over 100 Turtles Found Dead along Gambian Coast Due to Harmful Fishing Practices – Foroyaa Newspaper

By Madiba Singhateh Over 100 dead turtles have been discovered along the Gambian coastline since the launch of the turtle bycatch reduction program, according to ongoing monitoring activities conducted in fishing communities. The disturbing trend has been primarily attributed to harmful artisanal fishing practices and the use of inappropriate gear. Speaking during a two-day training held in Tanji from July 1st to 2nd for fishermen—particularly b…The Gambia · The Gambia Read Article

Filthy, Stagnant Water in Greater Banjul Markets Raises Food Safety Concerns – Foroyaa Newspaper

By Amadou Manjang As the rainy season settles over the Greater Banjul Area, many local markets are grappling with the unwelcome reality of dirty, stagnant water. This situation not only transforms vibrant marketplaces into eyesores but also raises deep concerns about the health and safety of both vendors and shoppers. After each rain, the lingering puddles create uncomfortable and unsanitary conditions, making it difficult for vendors to conduct…Banjul · Banjul Read Article

I Was Promised a Whiteman, iPhone 15 — Instead Forced Into Prostitution – Foroyaa Newspaper

By Mariama Marong A victim of human trafficking and sexual exploitation known as Diamond testified on Thursday, 2nd July 2025, before Justice Sidi Jobarteh at the Banjul High Court that she was lured to The Gambia with promises of a “Whiteman” and an iPhone 15 but was instead forced into prostitution by the accused, Hanna Magbujor Isaiah (alias Treasure), and her alleged accomplice, Karamel. In her chilling testimony, the victim recounted that s…iPhone · Banjul Read Article

Former BCC CEO scrutinised over D3M revenue contract awarded ‘irregularly’

The special audit of BCC for the years 2021 and 2022 revealed that SABS was paid over D3 million for revenue collection services that duplicated the work already being carried out by BCC’s own revenue collectors. Batchilly admitted that the contract with SABS was signed during his tenure, claiming the aim was to collect from new revenue sources and boost overall revenue. However, he acknowledged that SABS ended up collecting from traditional re…Banjul · Banjul Read Article

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