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Gambia

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 14:16:29 GMT
A True Philanthropist
[Foroyaa] "Passion, dedication, hard work and love for country are the key elements for the successful establishment of a business and everyone has a potential to be successful" are the poignant words Mr. Frazer always has for the youth in the countr...

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:15:10 GMT
Nana Trains Mother's Clubs On Basic Nutrition
[The Point] The National Nutrition Agency (NaNA) last Friday concluded three-day training for 18 members of the Bundung Mother's Club on basic nutrition at a ceremony held at Bundungka Kunda in the Kanifing Municipality.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:42:35 GMT
Rubber Stamp Parliament - Recipe for Mediocrity in Governance
[Foroyaa] Some campaigners for the National Assembly elections are advocating for the election of National Assembly members who will simply endorse any Bill or motion brought to the National Assembly by the Government, to enable it to pursue its deve...

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:31:51 GMT
Say No to Vote Buying!
[The Point] In the absence of real political parties that are supposed to present the basis for choosing candidates, the task of 'voting wisely' is more difficult. That makes this forthcoming election very important.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:31:45 GMT
'5 Moroccan Ruppell Vultures' Found in Gambian Village
[The Point] The head of Research Unit at West African Birds Study Association (WABSA), has informed that five ruppell vultures from the Kingdom of Morocco were found in Dobo village, North Bank Region (NBR) almost 75 kms from Banjul.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:34 GMT
Gambia to Face Nigeria in T20 Tourney Today
[The Point] The Gambia female national cricket team will today, Tuesday 29 March 2022 take on Nigeria in the T20 International tournament at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Lagos, Nigeria at 9:30 am.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:29 GMT
IEC Announces Withdrawal of 2 Aspiring NAMs
[The Point] The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has announced the withdrawal of two aspiring National Assembly Members (NAMs).

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:25 GMT
Africa Commonwealth Qualifiers - Gambia Male Team Through to Final, Female Team Eliminated
[The Point] The Gambia national male beach volleyball team has booked their place in the final of the Commonwealth Games Beach Volleyball Qualifiers, while the female national team is eliminated from the tournament.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:24 GMT
VC Says It Makes No Decision in Releasing 2 'Junglers'
[The Point] The Gambia Center for Victims of Human Rights Violations (VC) has made it clear that it did not take part in the decision designed to release two detained junglers: WO1 Jammeh Ismaila and WO1 Jeng Alieu.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:23 GMT
GTU Signs MOU With Senegalese Transport Union
[The Point] The Gambia Transport Union (GTU) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Senegalese Transport Union - Union Des Routiers Du Senegal (URD) to help improve the conditions of drivers in both countries.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:22 GMT
COP26 W/Africa Ambassador Engages Govt On Post-COP26 Commitments
[The Point] The COP26 (UN climate change conference) regional ambassador for West Africa, Janet Rogan, on Thursday visited the Gambia for the second time to engage the government on their post COP26 commitments.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:18 GMT
IOM Donates Equipment to Ministry of Information
[The Point] International Organization for Migration (IOM) last Friday presented technological equipment to the Ministry of Information and Communication Infrastructure.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:15 GMT
GDC Candidate Vows to Improve Living Condition of Sami Residents
[The Point] Alpha Omar Jallow, Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC) candidate for the Sami Constituency in the upcoming parliamentary elections has promised to bring development to the doorstep of residents if elected in April 2022.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:14 GMT
MoH Validates National Health Sector Strategy Plan 2021-2025
[The Point] The Directorate of Planning and Information under the Ministry of Health with support from UN partners last Friday validated the National Health Sector Strategic Plan 2021-2025 at Kairaba Beach hotel.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:14 GMT
Formation of National Youth Conference and Festival
[The Point] Formation

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:12 GMT
IMF Inaugurates New Office Complex in Gambia
[The Point] After years of operations at the United Nations Building in Cape Point, Bakau, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday finally outdoored its new office complex in The Gambia located at No1 Paradise Beach Place at Senegambia, Kolol...

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:09 GMT
Gambia Clubfoot Foundation Offers Free Screening to Sanyang Community
[The Point] The Gambia Clubfoot Foundation last Saturday offered free health scanning to the community of Sanyang at a ceremony held at the community's major health center.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:08 GMT
FAWEGAM Board, Stakeholders Meet for 10th General Assembly
[The Point] Forum for African Women Educationalists' Gambia Chapter (FAWEGAM) on Thursday held its 10th General Assembly to discuss with members and stakeholders issues concerning the organisation and to elect new board members to steer the affairs o...

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:35:04 GMT
Sawaneh Leads Gambians' Superb Performance in Senegalese Ligue1
[The Point] Mohammed Sawneh assisted one and scored another as Teungueth FC ended their eight winless streaks over the weekend.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:34:49 GMT
EWC Says Political Parties Are Buying Voters Cards
[The Point] The Elections Watch Committee (EWC) says its observers have reported witnessing or hearing the buying of voters' cards, use of government vehicles for campaign as well as distribution of money or gift items to voters by political parties ...

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:34:48 GMT
AFCON Qualifiers - Gambia Edgy to Complete Duel Over Chad
[The Point] The Gambia senior national team will be nervous to complete a double over Chad in their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations preliminary qualifiers.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:34:46 GMT
OIC Foreign Ministers Reaffirm Support to Gambia Summit
[The Point] Foreign Ministers representing the fifty-seven (57) member-states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation have reasserted unwavering commitment to supporting The Gambia in its ongoing efforts to successfully host the 15th Session of th...

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:47:29 GMT
VP Addresses 9 World Water Forum in Dakar
[The Point] Transforming the investment outlook for climate resilient water and sanitation in Africa

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:47:27 GMT
Development of China-Gambia Ties Serves Both Peoples' Interests - Chinese FM
[The Point] Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi (R) meets with Dr. Mamadou Tangara, Gambian minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation Gambians Abroad on the sidelines of the 48th Session of the Council of Foreign Ministe...

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:47:27 GMT
ILO Officials Visit Gambia to Discuss U.S.$500, 000 Project
[The Point] Officials from the International Labour Organisation (ILO) recently visited The Gambia to hold discussions with the Social partners on the ILO project 'Boosting Economic Recovery and Resilience in The Gambia Through the Formalisation of t...

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:47:24 GMT
Cassamace Conflict - Gambia, Senegal And Guinea Urged to Dialogue With MFDC
[The Point] The Young People Without Borders has called on the governments of The Gambia, Senegal and Guinea Bissau to dialogue with members of the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC), with a view to bringing a lasting solution to the C...

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:47:23 GMT
Gambia Ratifies Comprehensive Nuclear-Test - Ban Treaty
[The Point] Washington, D.C. 24 March, 2022: The Republic of The Gambia has ratified the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT), raising the total number of ratifying states to 171 and bringing the Treaty another step closer to universality.

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:47:20 GMT
IEC, AG Ask Court to Refuse Sabally's Application
[The Point] The Independent Electoral Commission and Attorney General (AG) have opposed Momodou Sabally's application seeking court order directing the electoral body to accept his nomination as a candidate for the April 2022 National Assembly electi...

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:47:18 GMT
GFA Mourns Late Kiang West Aspiring Candidate
[The Point] The Secretary General and the entire Leadership of GFA wishes to announce the untimely death of our young and dynamic candidate, Lamin Njie, for Kiang West Constituency.

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:47:16 GMT
Good Morning Mr. President - Commodity Prices, Stadia
[The Point] Mr. President, we welcome the government's move in setting up a taskforce comprising GRA, GCCPC and security apparatus to monitor prices of Basic Commodities during the Holy Month of Ramadan which will begin April 2nd or April 3rd dependi...



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