[Foroyaa] Attorney General and Minister of Justice Dawda Jallow told members of the National Assembly on Tuesday that Gambians living abroad can only be registered as voters if they are assigned to a National Assembly constituency.
[Foroyaa] Nothing can be more significant to the Gambian people under the Barrow administration than constitutional and electoral reform. The Gambian Diaspora that is responsible for keeping many homes afloat and stabilising the Gambian currency is calling for constitutional and electoral reform so that they can be able to participate fully.
[Foroyaa] The media holds service delivery institutions accountable to the public. They are established to render service. The public holds the media accountable to their mandate.
[Foroyaa] Fifteen years ago, in 2009, the village of Kerr Mot Ali in The Gambia was a peaceful, thriving community, home to many families and followers of Sering Ndigal, a religious group known for its teachings of peace and spiritual healing. But that peace was shattered when the Gambian government launched a violent crackdown against the group, accusing them of defying government policies.
[The Point] In a significant development, lawmakers in The Gambia have concluded the consideration stage of the Criminal Offences Bill and Criminal Procedure Bill 2020 to repeal the existing laws which date back to 1933.
[Foroyaa] Migration activist Ebrima Drammeh has condemned the racist violence against African migrants and refugees by government officials in Libya, according to a press release issued on March 20, 2025.
[The Point] Sanna Sawaneh, director of Internal Audit at Banjul City Council (BCC), has faced intense scrutiny over his approach to financial audits.
[The Point] Global coastal areas are at risk due to geomorphological issues, climate change-induced sea-level rise, and increasing human population, settlements, and socioeconomic activities.
[The Point] The new country representative of the World Health Organization (WHO) has spoken about the gains made by the Health Ministry in partnership with key stakeholders in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis.
[The Point] Mr President, the world was taken aback on 14 March 2025 when media reports showed that the USA has placed travel restrictions on 43 countries around the world, with the intention to fully prevent their nationals from travelling to the United States if within 60 days they fail to meet the requirements set by the Trump administration.
[RFI] Cote d'Ivoire head coach Emerse Faé warned his squad to maintain their focus as they search for six points over the next five days in 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Burundi and Gambia.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Substitute William Lenkupae scored a 95th minute goal on his debut, as Harambee Stars staged a stunning comeback to draw 3-3 with Gambia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
[Foroyaa] The Gambian nation should hang its head in shame that someone who voluntarily submitted himself to justice has been denied justice in cold blood. Bora Colley has been in detention since 24th August, 2024.
[Foroyaa] The Gambia's judiciary has rejected allegations made in the recent Afrobarometer survey, particularly those accusing judges and magistrates of widespread corruption. The survey, which revealed that 43% of Gambians believe most or all judges are corrupt, has sparked a forceful response from the judiciary, which calls the claims both damaging and unfounded.
[Foroyaa] During their consultation in drafting a new constitution, the members of the Constitutional Review Commission of 1995 were informed that chieftaincy in Ghana and Nigeria was different from that in The Gambia. In Ghana and Nigeria, the former kings retained power, unlike The Gambia where they were transformed into appointees of the Governor who can remove them from office at will without explanation or justification. This is what obtains this blessed day.
[The Point] Abdoulie J. Corr, the former acting director of the internal audit unit at the Banjul City Council (BCC), provided testimony before the Local Government Commission of Inquiry (LGCI), exposing significant financial irregularities related to the launch of the NGO Rafela.
[The Point] The government of the Republic of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad, on Tuesday 11th March 2025 officially received donation of twenty-five (25) tons of dates from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, facilitated by the King Salman Foundation.
[The Point] The minister for Transport, Works and Infrastructure, Ebrima Sillah, revealed before the National Assembly on Wednesday that the Kanilai ferry which is under maintenance will start operations in the second week of April.
[The Point] In a courtroom dispute over the admissibility of crucial evidence, the High Court, presided over by Justice Ebrima Jaiteh, has ruled in favor of the Prosecution, admitting a contested substance into evidence despite strong objections from the Defence.
[The Point] Civil Society Organistions such as Gambia Participates, Election Watch Committee and Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice are calling for the reintroduction of Clause 14 into the Elections Bill 2021, which was removed by the National Assembly.
[The Point] The Judiciary of The Gambia has taken note of the recent Afrobarometer report.
[The Point] The National Assembly Member (NAM) for Banjul Central, Hon. Abdoulie Njai, has expressed concerns over the government of The Gambia's abrupt decision to seize control of McCarthy Square, a historic public space in the heart of Banjul.
[The Point] Justice Ebrima Jaiteh of the Banjul High Court has recommended a review of prosecutorial practices to prevent similar failures in future cases and to ensure that cases are handled efficiently and with due diligence.
[The Point] The Gambia, like in most developing countries, persons with disabilities (PWDs) face significant challenges in accessing rights and opportunities, including stigma, discrimination, and limited access to education, healthcare, and employment, hindering their full participation in society.
[The Point] The former managing director of Kanilia Family Farms (KGI) has spoken about the role and responsibility of every Gambian in national development and maintenance of peace and stability.
[The Point] The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) in collaboration with UNICEF through the United Nations Partnership on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNPRP) recently wrapped up a nationwide stakeholder engagement on advancing the rights of Persons With Disabilities in The Gambia.
[The Point] The Gambia senior national team are currently stretching their muscles ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier match against Kenya on 20th March 2025.
[The Point] The Education Students Association (EDUSA) at the University of The Gambia (UTG) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Vice President of The Gambia, Muhammed B.S. Jallow at State House.
[The Point] Mambanyick Njie, Deputy Ambassador Havana-Cuba
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- National football team Harambee Stars arrived in Abidjan, Ivory Coast on Tuesday night ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification match against The Gambia on Thursday.