Politics
Gambia’s Opposition Leader Urges Opposition To Barrow’s Third Term
Mama Kandeh, the leader of the Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC), has made a strong appeal for Gambians to resist President Adama Barrow’s push for a third term, asserting that “the presidency is over” for Barrow and his National People’s Party (NPP). Mr. Kandeh’s comments come as Barrow hints at a[Read More…]
Human Rights
Gambia’s Religious Minister Expects No 2025 Hajj Price Increase
Gambia’s Lands and Religious Affairs Minister, Hamat Bah has indicated that the government does not plan to increase Hajj pilgrimage fees for the upcoming year. Speaking to the National Assembly and the National Hajj Commission, he emphasised that there is “no justification” for a price increase, even though the final[Read More…]
African News
Senegal’s President Fights For Mandate In Parliamentary Race
With fireworks displays, packed rallies, and town-to-town caravans, Senegalese political parties are wooing voters in a parliamentary race that will decide the extent to which the new president will be able to implement his agenda. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has been under pressure to make good on promises to crack down on[Read More…]
Editorial
Gambia: CDS Cham Needs To Stay Out Of Politics
The call for Gambia’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General Mamat O Cham, to distance himself from politics reflects the long-standing principle of keeping military institutions apolitical in democratic governance. This principle is vital to maintain the integrity and professionalism of the armed forces, preventing any perception that the[Read More…]
Opinion
Gambia Gov’t Should Welcome Criticism, Not Harass Citizens
The leadership of the United Democratic Party (UDP) notes with concern the progressively worsening rhetoric coming from the Minister of Information, News Media and Broadcasting, Dr Ismaila Ceesay, with the latest culminating in personal attacks directed at private citizens. As a public official, we expect exemplary conduct in both words[Read More…]
Sports
UDP Expresses ‘Extreme’ Concern Over Independence Stadium
Gambia’s main opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) has voiced deep concern regarding the current state of Independence Stadium. The UDP’s statement echoes the growing frustration among Gambians, particularly the national football team, the Scorpions, and their supporters, over the stadium’s ongoing shortcomings. Despite significant investments—running into millions of dalasis—meant to[Read More…]
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