Exaggerated Tourism Boom? Investigating President Barrow’s Statement
President Adama Barrow’s recent claim that The Gambia recorded over 233,000 tourist arrivals in just three months has been debunked by official data. A fact-checking investigation reveals that the actual number is significantly lower, casting doubt on the government’s projections for the 2024-2025 tourist season. More in the report.
Min. of Interior Responds to Askanwi’s Request for Information on Issuance of National Documents
After submitting a request for information to the Ministry of Interior on the resumption of issuance of national documents back in 12th November 2024, the Ministry of Interior has finally responded to our request today 23rd December 2024. More in this exclusive in the link below.

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