The spokesperson of UDP has said considering the overwhelming importance of the diplomatic service to the country’s economic development, image and the cost involved, the idea of it being used as a dumping ground for political allies doesn’t make political sense. Perceptions have run deep that President Adama Barrow has[Read More…]
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Prospect Of Extreme Hunger Looms Large As Fertilizer Price Soar
Inadequacy of soil nutrients could lead to extreme hunger in many Gambian communities as farmers now lost any hope of accessing the expensive fertilizer sold by the government. There were also fears the expected extreme hunger situation could have devastating effects on livestock. Many rural Gambian households depend on farming[Read More…]
Tangara Says Japanese Food Aid To Be Converted To Cash
The government of Japan is expected to render food aid to The Gambia in millions of Dalasi but government suggested it would not immediately use the nutrition aid to stave off hunger in many Gambian households. Tokyo has committed to supporting Banjul fight off climate-induced and Russia-triggered food insecurity seriously[Read More…]