Judiciary Trains Legal Practitioners in Preparation for Establishment of Commercial Court
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.
Six First Class Magistrates Appointed to Strengthen the Judiciary
The Gambia's Chief Justice, Hon. Hassan B Jallow presided over the swearing-in ceremony of six newly appointed first-class magistrates at his Chambers in Banjul on Monday 10th February 2025. More in the publication.
Police Arrests Suspects in Brazen Banjul Heist and Take Custody of Access Bank Robber
In a significant development, less than three weeks after the Gambia Police Force reported a series of robberies that took place at Access Bank and Banjul, authorities have arrested three suspects believed to be involved in these brazen attacks. More in the report.
Foreign National Arrested with Unlicensed Pistol, Magazines, and Ammunition
The Gambia Police Force reported on 16th January 2025 that a joint security patrol arrested a 61-year-old foreign national for possession of an unlicensed firearm and prohibited drugs. More in this report.
Society of Commonwealth Clerks (SoCATT) Hosts African Clerks in The Gambia
African Clerks from the Society of Commonwealth Clerks held a meeting in The Gambia to exchange insights on strategizing the future of legislative administration in Africa. More in this news report.
Tourism Diversification Project Validates Marketing and Branding Report to Boost Tourism
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.
Police Report on Six Armed Robberies and Exchange of Gunfire in January 2025
According to the Gambia Police Force, at least six armed robberies have been reported in January 2025, including an exchange of gunfire. More in this report highlighting some of the crimes taking place in the country.
Gambian Domestic Workers to Saudi Arabia Offered $200 Monthly; Spain and Dubai Yet to Be Announced
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.
Janjanbureh Council’s No-Show Disrupts Parliamentary Select Committee’s Oversight Engagement
Parliament’s Media Team issued this statement, highlighting that a no-show by Janjanbureh Council has resulted in a scheduled oversight meeting being cancelled. As a result, a Parliamentary Select Committee’s planned oversight trip to visit sites in the regions has also been cancelled. This is not the first time such disruption is occurring from Janjanbureh Council. More in the presser.
As The Gambia Prepares to Celebrate its Diamond Jubilee at 60, Askanwi Recalls Independence Founding Fathers?
This story recalls the efforts of some of The Gambia’s founding fathers in their struggle for an independent Gambia weeks before the country celebrates its diamond jubilee. More in this report.
Police Investigate Four Alleged Murder Cases After Three-Day Killing Spree
The Gambia Police Force issued four reports between 29th and 31st January 2025, indicating their plans to investigate alleged murder cases occurring within a three-day killing spree. The cases that occurred in different locations have heightened security concerns amongst the general public. More in the publication.
US President Trump Pauses Trade War with Mexico and Canada but not China
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 Ravages Brikama Sandika Market Leaving Businesses Devastated
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.
Did the Executive Reintroduce the 2024 Draft Constitution Against National Dialogue Recommendations?
Almost a year after the First National Dialogue held in February 2024, a report published on the engagement highlights how the Executive was cautioned to build consensus prior to tabling a new Draft Constitution in Parliament. More in this report.
Hygiene Cycle Organises Handwashing Exercise at Gambia College Buganala School
Hygiene Cycle, a non-profit organisation based in Germany dedicated to promoting hygiene and health education, organised a handwashing campaign for students at Gambia College Buganala Lower Basic School in Brikama on Tuesday, 28th January 2025. More in the report.
ECOWAS Issues Statement on Withdrawl of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger from ECOWAS
ECOWAS issues statement on withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the ECOWAS. More in this press release.
Celebrating Edward Francis Small: The Voice of Conscience
This is a statement issued by the Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice, serving as a timely reminder to watch a biographical documentary about Edward Francis Small, produced by Prof. Pierre Gomez, currently the minister responsible for higher education. More in the statement.
Commemorating the Birthday of Edward Francis Small
Today is the 134th birthday of Edward Francis Small. Described as the ‘Watchdog of the Gambia’ and the ‘Father of Gambian Independence,’ EF Small was born on 29 January 1891 and died in 1958 in Banjul. More in this press release from the Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice.
GLMA Board Chair Fires Back at Allegations from Central Abattoir Management
On Monday, 27th January 2025, during a press engagement organised by The Gambia Livestock Marketing Agency (GLMA), the Chairman of the GLMA Board of Directors, Mr. Ebrima AJ Cham, responded to allegations from the manager of the Central Abattoir, Maddy Kuyateh, and his 21-member staff that GLMA terminated their contracts. More in the report.
Government to “Launch Campaign” Against Misinformation and Disinformation
During the first press conference of the year 2025, Minister for Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, announced that the government will launch a campaign titled “Countering Misinformation and Disinformation.” More in the report.

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