The situation surrounding the Covid-19 outbreak in The Gambia remains stable since the country’s fourth case of the disease was confirmed last month, a senior government official said on Tuesday. Health minister Ahmadou Samateh said there has been no additional case since 29th March, 2020. Two out of the four[Read More…]
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Gambia: Finance Minister Says D500M Covid-19 Funds Ready
The Minister of Finance, Mambury Njie has told lawmakers that the D500 million Covid-19 emergency fund is available and ready for disbursement. Speaking at the National Assembly during the debate on the extension of state of emergency, Minister Njie however clarified “The entire D500 million is for health and the[Read More…]
Gambia Gets $10m World Bank Grant To Tackle Covid-19
The World Bank has approved a $10 million grant from the International Development Association for The Gambia to help contain the Covid-19 pandemic. The support comes as Gambia seeks support from the international community through UN agencies in Banjul to adequately control the spread of the virus in the country.[Read More…]