In a major effort to strengthen national food security and shield farmers from rising agricultural input costs, the Government of The Gambia has announced a D1.6 billion fertilizer subsidy for the 2026 farming season, maintaining the retail price of fertilizer at D1,100 per bag despite mounting global supply chain challenges.[Read More…]
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Minister Samateh Defends Healthcare Subsidies
The Minister of Health, Dr. Ahmadou Lamin Samateh, has defended the government’s investment in public healthcare, insisting that medical services in The Gambia remain heavily subsidized despite recent adjustments to hospital fees. Speaking at the annual Mansakunda Town Hall Conference on Friday, Dr. Samateh responded to public concerns over rising[Read More…]
Electricity Supply Restored In Parts Of Gambia But For Less Than 5 Seconds
Electricity supply was restored in parts of The Gambia, but for less than five seconds before consumers returned to the painful power cuts that they have been enduring for weeks now. The power shortage continues to be excruciating as there appears to be even no load to shed among consumers.[Read More…]
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