On World Consumer Rights Day, The Gambia joined the global call for sustainable consumer practices, emphasising the need for responsible consumption to address urgent environmental challenges. Organised by the Consumer Protection Consortium (CPC), the event focused on promoting eco-friendly lifestyles and protecting both consumers and the environment. More in the report.

Two devastating market fires in The Gambia have left traders reeling, with authorities warning that electrical hazards and illegal connections are contributing to the growing crisis. As markets continue to burn, the economic toll and safety concerns are becoming impossible to ignore. More in the report.

Parliamentarians were scheduled to address three separate actions, including a report from the Finance Minister on the implementation and monitoring of the annual budget; however, only the National Security Council Bill 2023 is being considered today. More in the report.

The death of Brigadier General Bora Colley, a former officer in The Gambia Armed Forces and a notorious member of the Jungler death squad under former dictator Yahya Jammeh, has sparked renewed calls for transparency from the Edward Francis Small Center for Rights and Justice Study (EFSCRJ). More in the report.

The Gambia has long been known for its peaceful nature and tightly knit communities, where villages and cities have felt like safe havens. However, beneath this calm exterior lies a growing public concern over the spread of illegal firearms. More in this report.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has announced a 25% tariff on electricity exports to the United States, impacting approximately 1.5 million Americans. This move comes in response to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s recent reversal on tariffs imposed on Canada and Mexico. More in the report.

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.

Amidst Sudan’s ongoing violent conflict, a horrific and largely unseen crisis is unfolding, exposing the cruellest depths of war. More in this report.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has withdrawn its mission from Guinea-Bissau following threats of expulsion by President Umaro Sissoco Embaló. More in the report.

President Adama Barrow has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening technical and vocational education in The Gambia, presiding over the award ceremony for the Skills, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (SIE) Fund Training Grants. More in the publication.

In a country where women’s voices in media remain underrepresented, the Women Journalists Association of The Gambia (WoJAG) is taking a stand. Through a two-day training program that concluded on 28th February 2025, the organization has empowered 25 female journalists with the tools to report on gender-sensitive issues, particularly SGBV, with professionalism and ethical responsibility. More in the story.

As The Gambia prepares for a crucial election season, efforts to promote peace and social cohesion have taken center stage. On 26th February 2025, Peace Hub The Gambia and partners, in collaboration with UNDP and the EU, launched the Insider Mediators Network at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara Conference Centre in Bijilo. 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.

The Ministry of Justice, in collaboration with the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, launched a three-day workshop in Bakau on 25th February 2025, aimed at improving reporting under the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (ICRMW). The event highlighted The Gambia's ongoing efforts to align its domestic policies with international human rights standards, particularly in relation to migrant workers' rights. More in the report.

Pope Francis, hospitalized since February 16, 2025, for a severe respiratory infection, has shown slight improvement, according to the Vatican. The 88-year-old pontiff, known for his advocacy on peace, climate change, and migrant rights, participated in Holy Mass while recovering. The global Catholic community continues to pray for his swift healing.

President Adama Barrow will give an early State of the Nation Address for 2025, just a week before the Second Reading of the 2024 Draft Constitution in Parliament. The address highlights the government’s focus on governance and constitutional reform. More in the report.

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.

Joluv Arts, in collaboration with the National Sports Council, is set to award three finalists in the upcoming National Competitive Musical Festival D1 million on the night of The Gambia’s 60th Independence Day. More in the publication.

The Ministry of Youth and Sports presided over the launch of the National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security on 11th February 2025 during an opening ceremony attended by dignitaries, ambassadors, and representatives from development partners at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center. More in the report.