To put it bluntly and simply, the Gambian environment is being ravaged thanks to both negligence and corruption by the Government. Since 2017, the destruction of the land, sea, beaches, forests, wetlands, streams and waterways, and mangroves through pollution, encroachments, dumping, bush fires, and de-gazetting continue unabated and without protection[Read More…]
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Gambia’s Debt Increased To D110 Billion
Finance Minister Seedy Keita updated Gambian lawmakers on the nation’s rising debt, which increased from D46 billion in early 2017 to D110 billion by December 2023. The rise was partly driven by the depreciation of the Gambian dalasi, which added D7.56 billion to the foreign currency debt. The Minister highlighted[Read More…]
Clarification On Cabinet’s Decision Regarding Abuko Nature Reserve
The Ministry of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs issued a clarification to address public concerns regarding discussions about the Abuko Nature Reserve. In a recent Cabinet meeting on September 19, 2024, a proposal was presented by the Minister, Hamat N.K Bah, which included the possibility of de-reserving part of[Read More…]
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