As we enter March 2025, it is important to recall that in November 2024, the Managing Director of the Gambia Ports Authority (GPA), Mr. Ousman Jobarteh, informed Askanwi that the Kanilai Ferry was expected to return to service in March 2025. More in the report.

Despite the Central Bank of The Gambia’s earlier projections for a decline in inflation, the latest figures show a slight increase to 10.2% in early 2025, driven largely by rising non-food costs, including housing, energy, and services. More in this publication.

The recent takeover of Banjul Port by the Turkish company Albayrak has sparked controversy, with the Edward Francis Small Center for Rights and Justice (EFSCRJ) urging Parliament to reverse the concession agreement. More in the publication.

Africa is owed US$36 trillion in climate debt by rich polluting countries, a new report by ActionAid shows. More in the press release, which contains a link to download the report.

The Gambian Judiciary conducted a two-day training session for legal practitioners and court staff on commercial law and court management to establish an effective commercial court. More in the report.

The Ministry of Tourism’s Diversification and Resilience project hosted a two day workshop to validate a report aimed at enhancing the branding, marketing and investment strategy of the country’s tourism sector. More in the news report.

The Ministry of Trade’s Permanent Secretary revealed that domestic workers in Saudi Arabia will be paid $200 USD monthly while the government attempts to negotiate more wages. More in this publication highlighting some revelations from a Parliamentary oversight meeting.

After U.S. President Trump threatened to impose 25% tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and Canada, he has paused the presidential order for 30 days after forcing both leaders to take action against migration and illegal drugs. Meanwhile, the 10% tariff on goods imported from China is still set to continue. More in the report.

Fire ravaged Brikama Sandika Market on the early hours of Friday, 30th January 2025, leaving businesses devastated as they count the millions lost in commodities, equipment and market structures. More in this report.

The Government of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services, has announced plans to meet the Gambia Press Union (GPU) and local media practitioners to discuss the future of media subvention. More in the news report.