# gambia (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover gambia. Page: Feed: --- ## [Barrow concludes Development Tour with road, market projects launched in West Coast](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/barrow-concludes-development-tour-with-road-market-projects-launched-in-west-coast) _2026-08-21 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ The road projects are expected to improve connectivity, boost trade, and ease transportation for communities across the region. The road projects include Brikama-Jidda Baba Njie-Toubakuta Road – 6.2km; Brikama Newtown Road-Kitty Junction – 2.4km; Lamin Waa Juwara-Box Ba Road-Jah Oil, Brikama – 1.0km; Lamin CDC-Kubariko-Makumbaya-Galoya-Kubuneh-Kunkujang Jataya-Mandinaring Road – 15km; Hamat Bah… ## [Gambia economy: Domestic debt surges to D55.4B as short-term borrowing rises](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/gambia-economy-domestic-debt-surges-to-d55-4b-as-short-term-borrowing-rises) _2026-08-21 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Central Bank of The Gambia Governor Buah Saidy disclosed this at the bank in Banjul while reading the statement of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on the country’s economic situation. According to Governor Saidy, government’s domestic debt increased from D51.99 billion at the end of 2025 to D55.43 billion by the end of June 2026. The new figure represents 24.4 per cent of the country’s GDP. He… ## [GPU president warns against turning journalism into ‘weapon’](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/gpu-president-warns-against-turning-journalism-into-weapon) _2026-08-21 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Her warning comes amid concerns over reporting of sensitive incidents involving the death of a Senegalese National during a patrol by the Drug Law Enforcement Agency Gambia officials (DLEAG) where irresponsible reporting could fuel threats, calls for revenge and tensions between the two countries. Keita noted that The Gambia and Senegal are not simply two countries separated by a border, but share… ## [Police investigate alleged murder involving minors in Bansang](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/police-investigate-alleged-murder-involving-minors-in-bansang) _2026-08-21 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Preliminary information received indicate that the victim was allegedly stabbed during an incident involving a 12-year-old boy. A pair of scissors suspected to have been used in the incident has since been recovered by Police. The 12-year-old suspect remains at large, and Police efforts are ongoing to apprehend him as investigations continue. Further information will be communicated as… ## [‘Mental health crisis cost Gambia D768M in 2024’](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/mental-health-crisis-cost-gambia-d768m-in-2024) _2026-08-21 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ The Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Health, Lamin Dampha, disclosed this on Thursday 20 August 2026 during the inaugural meeting of the National Technical Working Group on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support held at the Ocean Bay, Cape Point. Of deep concern to policymakers, PS Dampha stated, “is that more than 89 per cent of this burden comes not from health-care spending, but from lost… ## [Gambia to host inaugural ECOWAS Competition Authority Conference to advance fair markets](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/gambia-to-host-inaugural-ecowas-competition-authority-conference-to-advance-fair-markets) _2026-08-21 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ The conference will be hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Regional Integration and Employment from 15 to 17 September 2026. It marks the first major gathering of ERCA since its establishment as the regional body responsible for enforcing competition law across the 15 ECOWAS member states. Speaking ahead of the event, Simeon Koffi, Executive Director of ERCA, said the conference is designed to share… ## [PPA breaks with GFA, joins UNITE-NUP ahead of 2026 election](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/ppa-breaks-with-gfa-joins-unite-nup-ahead-of-2026-election) _2026-08-21 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Speaking to Kerr Fatou Media, Dr Gajigo described the move as a strategic decision to clarify the party’s position in a rapidly evolving opposition landscape. He explained that while the PPA initially merged with GFA to strengthen opposition unity, differences emerged over the timing of alliance commitments. “GFA is going through their process to make their decision as to which group they will… ## [Kurang calls GDC's Kandeh 'a smoke without fire'](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/kurang-calls-gdcs-kandeh-a-smoke-without-fire) _2026-08-21 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Mama Kandeh, leader of the Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC), recently allied with the National People's Party (NPP) to endorse President Adama Barrow's candidacy as the 5th December race for the State House draws nearer. Alhagie Mamadi Kurang had an exclusive interview with The Point on Friday at the Kairaba Beach Hotel in Senegambia, ahead of the ceremony for the signing of a memorandum of… ## [LIVERPOOL HAVE HAD A £50MILLION BID FOR BRIGHTON WINGER YANKUBA MINTEH REJECTED.](https://standard.gm/liverpool-have-had-a-50million-bid-for-brighton-winger-yankuba-minteh-rejected/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ The Reds are keen on the 22-year-old as they look to bolster their options in the wide attacking areas. Minteh is currently sidelined after undergoing surgery on a right-leg injury suffered during Brighton’s 3-0 friendly victory over Roma earlier this month. He is expected to remain out of action for around another eight weeks. But \[…\] ## [Echoes of Fuladu 3: ‘Everyone is somewhere else’](https://standard.gm/echoes-of-fuladu-3-everyone-is-somewhere-else/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ The journey back to Farato began with tears. By the time they reached the Serekunda garage, the afternoon had already begun to soften into evening. The heat that had pressed down upon the town for most of the day was losing its sharpness, and a faint breeze moved through the roadside trees. The lorries came \[…\] ## [Home of the Agentic Pull Request (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xt5421MMhVCv) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ CLI-first, TUI-ready toolkits and a moshscript installer — join the waitlist ## [Reviving Gratitude: The Promised Messiah’s (as) Reflection of His Master’s (sa) Example](https://standard.gm/reviving-gratitude-the-promised-messiahs-as-reflection-of-his-masters-sa-example/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ ‘The Lofty Standards of Gratitude One Must Adopt’After reciting Tashahhud, Ta’awwuz and Surah al-Fatihah, His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad(aba) said that he has been mentioning the Holy Prophet’s (sa) teachings about gratitude along with his own example in this regard. He began by explaining how God’s true servant, the Promised Messiah(as), understood and emulated \[…\] ## [The Shadow of the Mansa: A novel of fear, courage, and the liberating force of solidarity](https://standard.gm/the-shadow-of-the-mansa-a-novel-of-fear-courage-and-the-liberating-force-of-solidarity/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ By Sulayman Jeng What happens when fear becomes a ruler’s greatest weapon—and ordinary people finally decide they have had enough? In the fictional West African nation of Kankary Kunda, power has become personal. The Mansa rules through intimidation, division and silence, while families and communities learn to survive beneath the weight of his authority. But \[…\] ## [The Magic Calabash by Nana Grey-Johnson reviwed by Cherno Omar Barry](https://standard.gm/the-magic-calabash-by-nana-grey-johnson-reviwed-by-cherno-omar-barry/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ By Dr Cherno Omar Barry In the late 1980s, The Gambia passed through one of the most difficult economic periods of its post-independence history. Economic reforms and public-sector retrenchment meant that many people suddenly found themselves without jobs. Behind the language of economic recovery were real human beings: workers who could no longer provide for \[…\] ## [Before the state Who signs for the community? Part 3](https://standard.gm/before-the-state-who-signs-for-the-community-part-3/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ By Dave MannehSFLRAC The relay still signs. Part 2 found it in the state’s own record: the seyfo and the alkalo administer the land the state claims ownership of, and no transfer of it moves without their mark. The office that endorsed the Kombo Coastal Belt leases in 1970 endorses transfers today. It never stopped. \[…\] ## [Central Bank of The Gambia Monetary Policy Committee](https://standard.gm/central-bank-of-the-gambia-monetary-policy-committee-3/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ August 20, 2026 The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of The Gambia (CBG) met on 19th and 20th August, 2026. After assessing domestic and global economic conditions and the near-term outlook, the Committee decided to maintain the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 14 percent. The following is an overview of deliberations that \[…\] ## [Opposition presses president to set date for local elections](https://standard.gm/opposition-presses-president-to-set-date-for-local-elections/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ Senegal’s opposition is pressing President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to set a date for local elections that could become the first test between him and his former mentor since their dramatic split. Faye fired Ousmane Sonko as prime minister in May, splitting the ruling camp into rival factions, ahead of the 2029 presidential race. Sonko, who \[…\] ## [Wrestling champ Balla Gaye 2’s wife accuses him of abuse, files for divorce](https://standard.gm/wrestling-champ-balla-gaye-2s-wife-accuses-him-of-abuse-files-for-divorce/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ The marriage of former wrestling champion Balla Gaye 2 and his wife Boury Bathily is going through an incredibly difficult time. During a live broadcast on social media earlier in the week, the young woman appeared visibly distressed, in tears and under intense stress, as she publicly revealed the suffering she was enduring in her \[…\] ## [Tijani caliph chooses oneness as theme of Gamou 2026](https://standard.gm/tijani-caliph-chooses-oneness-as-theme-of-gamou-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ The Caliph General of the Tijaniyya order, Serigne Babacar Sy Mansour, has chosen the theme “Together, thinking and acting according to the word of Oneness (Tawhid), La ilaha illa Allah” for this year’s celebration to be held on Tivaouane for the Gamou celebration, scheduled for Tuesday, 25th August. Presented by the Scientific Committee of Mawlid \[…\] ## [ART](https://standard.gm/art/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ Twice Through the Fire: A Reckoning with Umar Abdulrasheed ‘s Two Ceramic Vessels By Athi Mongezeleli Joja Ceramics has mostly embraced the tradition of firing a piece twice; the first is to harden it, then the second locks the colour permanently. Umar Abdulrasheed’s two vessels seem to embody that idea. Born from the same body \[…\] ## [FSQA DG vows legal action over social media allegations](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/fsqa-dg-vows-legal-action-over-social-media-allegations) _2026-08-20 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Speaking on QTV’s State of Affairs, Mr Bah said he had deliberately avoided responding to allegations online but was now considering the courts as the appropriate avenue to address what he described as defamatory and slanderous claims. “I am dead serious It’s defamatory, you know, it’s slander and I’m human, so why not?” he said. Mr Bah challenged those making the allegations to bring forward what… ## [Find what they just said (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ekAnpkFGazPf) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Surface recent public signals so you can send policy-aware, relevant outreach ## [UDP’s Manneh raises alarm over state bias on public institutions](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/udps-manneh-raises-alarm-over-state-bias-on-public-institutions) _2026-08-20 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Dr. Lamin Manneh, the UDP’s Deputy Administrative Secretary for External Affairs, voiced these concerns during an interview on Coffee Time with Peter Gomez on West Coast Radio. His remarks have reignited debate about fairness, transparency, and the role of state-owned facilities in political life. Manneh recounted how the UDP was repeatedly denied use of the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International… ## [Shortage of Mathematics teachers remains major challenge – Minister ](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/shortage-of-mathematics-teachers-remains-major-challenge-minister-and-nbsp) _2026-08-20 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ She noted that the issue is compounded by low enrollment in mathematics at the tertiary level and a widespread fear of the subject among students. Speaking in an interview with QTV on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, Dr. Drammeh clarified a recent headline suggesting poor performance in mathematics was largely due to a lack of teachers. While acknowledging that the shortage is a significant factor, she… ## [Hon. Jawara calls for unified approach to governance, peace and security](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/hon-jawara-calls-for-unified-approach-to-governance-peace-and-security) _2026-08-20 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Speaking at the 55th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region Conference, Jawara seconded a motion on Governance, Peace and Security, warning that parliaments across the continent are operating within “three overlapping storms” contested political transitions, fiscal distress, and the rapid spread of digital disinformation. “Where governance falters, peace is postponed; where… ## [Wassu Gambia Kafo calls for stronger enforcement of anti-FGM law](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/wassu-gambia-kafo-calls-for-stronger-enforcement-of-anti-fgm-law) _2026-08-20 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ The call was made on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, during a One-Day High-Level Multi-Stakeholder Accountability Forum on Strengthening the Enforcement of the Anti-FGM Law in The Gambia, held at Bakadaji Hotel in Kotu. The forum brought together medical doctors, FGM advocates, justice and health sector representatives, human rights institutions, civil society organisations, development partners,… ## [Ismaila Kone pleads not guilty to murder of Isatou Elizabeth Mendy](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/ismaila-kone-pleads-not-guilty-to-murder-of-isatou-elizabeth-mendy) _2026-08-20 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ Ismaila Kone, also known as Ous, appeared before Principal Magistrate M. Krubally after being charged by the Inspector General of Police with one count of murder under Section 155 of the Criminal Offences Act 2025. Prosecutors allege that on Aug. 17, 2026, at Lovell Square Street in Banjul, Kone unlawfully caused the death of Ms. Mendy with malice aforethought. The charge was read to Kone in… ## [Senegalese Petroleum Minister accuses Sonko of buying luxury cars with political funds](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/senegalese-petroleum-minister-accuses-sonko-of-buying-luxury-cars-with-political-funds) _2026-08-20 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ "When I was Minister of Higher Education, my vehicle broke down in the middle of the road on my way to a Senegal match. It was two days before the cabinet reshuffle. All the cars were rickety," Abdourahmane Diouf told Solo Media. He claims that at the time, it was Ousmane Sonko, then Prime Minister, who gave instructions that no vehicles should be purchased. What seems to surprise Mr. Diouf is… ## [IGP hosts service chiefs over election security engagement](https://thepoint.gm/africa/gambia/headlines/igp-hosts-service-chiefs-over-election-security-engagement) _2026-08-20 · Headlines - The Point Newspaper, Banjul, The Gambia RSS_ The meeting focused on strengthening inter-agency coordination and cooperation among the security services as part of ongoing preparations towards ensuring a peaceful and secure electoral process. Discussions further underscored the importance of a coordinated and professional security approach, effective information sharing, and enhanced preparedness to maintain public safety and order throughout… ## [GAJIGO’S PPA QUITS MERGER WITH GFA](https://standard.gm/gajigos-ppa-quits-merger-with-gfa/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ The Patriotic Progressive Alliance (PPA) movement, headed by Dr Ousman Gajigo, has dissolved its merger with Gambia For All, GFA, saying, it will be joining the Unite/NUP alliance for the 2026 election. A statement from PPA shared with The Standard explained that one of the main reasons the movement merged with GFA is the belief \[…\] ## [Coalition 2026 to sign political alliance today](https://standard.gm/coalition-2026-to-sign-political-alliance-today/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ By Arret Jatta Coalition 2026 is set to sign a political alliance among eight political parties and movements ahead the December 5 presidential election. The agreement will be signed at Pencha Mi Hall, according to a statement issued by the coalition. The alliance brings together the People’s Right Party (PRP), FORWARD Gambia, National Reform Congress \[…\] ## [Dou Sanno explains how he obtained one of Jammeh’s tractors](https://standard.gm/dou-sanno-explains-how-he-obtained-one-of-jammehs-tractors/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ By Tabora Bojang For the first time since a witness at the parliamentary enquiry on the sale and handling of former president Jammeh’s assets mentioned that one of the tractors was taken away by Presidential Adviser Dou Sanno, the influential ruling party bigwig has come out to clear the air. The witness, Sergeant Omar Jagne, \[…\] ## [Browse ThreatCrush Modules (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/SZtoUvSgwg0W) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Install community-built security modules to extend real-time threat intelligence and monitoring ## [Mansally says councillors deserve diplomatic passports to ease overseas networking](https://standard.gm/mansally-says-councillors-deserve-diplomatic-passports-to-ease-overseas-networking/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ By Arret Jatta The Area Councillor for Talinding North, Babucarr Mansally, has called on the government to provide diplomatic passports to elected councillors, saying the document would be useful for them to pursue opportunities abroad. Speaking on Star TV’s Wake Up Gambia show on the challenges faced by councillors, Mansally urged President Adama Barrow and \[…\] ## [Why The Gambia needs a new generation of leadership: Talib Ahmed Bensouda and the case for a new political direction](https://standard.gm/why-the-gambia-needs-a-new-generation-of-leadership-talib-ahmed-bensouda-and-the-case-for-a-new-political-direction/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ Dear Editor,There are moments in the history of every nation when voters are confronted with a question that goes beyond personalities, political parties and election slogans. The question is: What kind of leadership does our country need for the next generation? For The Gambia, that question has become impossible to avoid. Our country is young. \[…\] ## [Humanitarianism is not collapsing. It is being traded and compromised](https://standard.gm/humanitarianism-is-not-collapsing-it-is-being-traded-and-compromised/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ Today, as we mark World Humanitarian Day, we must reflect on the state of humanitarianism. Humanitarian work has always been framed upon the collective assumption that there are lines that should never be crossed, even in wars. For a generation, we had binding international agreements that treated the act of protecting a child in need \[…\] ## [Campaign launched to halt deportation of Gambian DJ in Malta](https://standard.gm/campaign-launched-to-halt-deportation-of-gambian-dj-in-malta/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ A campaign has been launched to halt the deportation of a Gambian DJ who has lived in Malta for 18 years, with organisations and prominent figures calling on the government to allow him to regularise his status. Yusupha Dibassey, better known as DJ Dollarino, was detained on 10 August after reporting to the authorities to \[…\] ## [COACH MCKINSTRY EXCITED ABOUT RETURN TO STADIUM](https://standard.gm/coach-mckinstry-excited-about-return-to-stadium/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ Gambia coach Jonathon McKinstry has sent a special message to his players informing them and expressing delight about news that the scorpions first match in the Afcon 2027 qualifiers, against Somalia, will be played at the Independence Stadium next month. Since taking over as coach in May 2024, Mckinstry never guided his team on home \[…\] ## [Gambian arrested in Malta over alleged drug trafficking](https://standard.gm/gambian-arrested-in-malta-over-alleged-drug-trafficking/) _2026-08-20 · Abubacarr · The Standard Newspaper | Gambia_ A 31-year-old Gambian man has been arrested in connection with alleged drug trafficking in St Julian’s. The suspect, a 31-year-old man from Gambia residing in Gzira, was caught following police inspections overnight between Monday and Tuesday. According to the police, while officers were conducting checks in the area of the Santa Rita steps, they noticed \[…\]