The Commissioner General of the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA), Hon. Yankuba Darboe, has recently told the 7th West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) High-Policy Dialogue that “taxation remains the backbone of national development, providing the resources necessary for health, education, infrastructure, and social protection”. The 7th WATAF High-Level Policy Dialogue,[Read More…]
Economy
Ferry Scandal: GFS Silence Fuels Anger Over D5 Shortage At Barra/Banjul Crossing
A crippling shortage of D5 notes at the Barra/Banjul ferry terminal has sparked outrage among commuters, with many accusing ticket sellers of pocketing the missing change and Gambia Ferry Services (GFS) of turning a blind eye. For months, passengers have struggled to buy tickets, often forced to wait hours or[Read More…]
Dreaded Tipper Garage-Sukuta Road To Finally See Repairs
Relief may soon be on the way for motorists and commuters who have long endured the battered stretch of the Tipper Garage-Sukuta road. The National Road Authority (NRA) has confirmed plans to repair the road, which has become notorious for its deep potholes and dangerous driving conditions. For years, commuters[Read More…]
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