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Gunjur United have been relegated from the GFF Men’s Second Division and will compete in the Third Division during the 2026/27 season. The Dabanani-based side ended their campaign on a high note with a convincing 3-0 home victory over Unique Global. However, the result was not enough to preserve their Second Division status, as results elsewhere went against them. Gunjur United will play in the GFF 3rd Divison in the coming season The coastal boys finish the season in 16th pl

A UK-based criminal network led by a Gambian national has been sentenced to lengthy prison terms after operating a sophisticated fake passport and illegal immigration scheme worth more than £1 million, according to the UK’s Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). The gang leader, Lamin Manneh, 51, was originally sentenced to more than six years in prison in 2024 after admitting to facilitating the illegal entry of two migrants. On 26 June 2026, he received an additional sentence of

The inaugural edition of the Support Our Own Gambian Foundation Cultural Night was successfully held on Saturday, 27 June 2026, at the Sukuta Event Garden, bringing together Gambians and lovers of the country’s rich cultural heritage in a colourful celebration of tradition, unity, and national identity. The event, organised by the Support Our Own Gambian Foundation, attracted a large audience from across the country and the diaspora, all united by a shared passion for preserv

The Gambia has been ranked 131st out of 180 countries in the Nature Conservation Index (NCI) 2025, achieving an overall score of 51.1, according to the newly released global assessment of countries’ efforts to protect and manage their natural environments. Despite its overall ranking, the country recorded a remarkable achievement by ranking first in the world for the ecological representativeness of its terrestrial protected areas. This means that The Gambia’s protected lands

Captain Abubacarr Ngally Sambou, originally from Sifoe Village in The Gambia’s West Coast Region, has graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Health Sciences Gülhane in Ankara, Türkiye, marking a significant achievement in both his academic and military career. His journey began in October 2019 when he was selected for a competitive military medical training programme designed to develop future military physicians. He first attended the National Defense Un

The Government of The Gambia has officially signed the Mombasa Declaration for Fisheries Transparency, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen transparency, accountability, and sustainable management of its fisheries resources. The declaration was signed during the 11th Ocean Conference held in Mombasa, Kenya, by the Ministry of Fisheries, Water Resources and National Assembly Matters. The move underscores The Gambia’s commitment to improving fi

Omar A. Manjang has joined regional leaders, farmers, innovators, private sector representatives, government officials, civil society organizations, and development partners from across 12 ECOWAS member states in Banjul for a high-level validation workshop aimed at assessing the implementation of the ECOWAP 2025 framework and shaping the future of agricultural development in the region. Omar A Manjang speaking at the ECOWAS Agricultiral Policy Validation Workshop The workshop

As The Gambia prepares for the December 5 presidential election, UDP leader Ousainou Darboe has appealed to Gambians to place their trust in his leadership, pledging to serve the nation with honesty, transparency, and dedication if elected. UDP Leader, Lawyer Ousainou Darboe In a message addressed to the nation on his Facebook page, Darboe said he is seeking the presidency not for personal gain, but to serve the people and help address the challenges facing the country. “I se

Environmental activist and journalist Mustapha Manneh is currently in Mombasa, Kenya, where he is taking part in the prestigious Our Ocean Conference, the first edition of the global event to be held on African soil. The conference has brought together world leaders, environmental experts, researchers, policymakers, and conservation practitioners to discuss solutions to some of the most pressing challenges facing the world’s oceans and marine ecosystems. Speaking from Mombasa

The State House in Banjul was awash with red and white as Gambian President Adama Barrow hosted a special celebration for Arsenal supporters following the club’s historic English Premier League triumph. A passionate Arsenal fan himself, President Barrow organised a buffet reception for fellow Gunners supporters to mark Arsenal’s first league title in 22 years. The event attracted scores of fans, many of whom arrived dressed in Arsenal replica jerseys, scarves, and club colour

Gunjur, The Gambia – The Gunjur Project Lodge has been recognised with the prestigious Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award, placing the eco-friendly establishment among the top 10 percent of hospitality businesses worldwide listed on Tripadvisor. The award is based on reviews and ratings submitted by guests over the past year, reflecting consistently high levels of customer satisfaction and service excellence. The Gunjur Project wins the TripAdvisor 2026 Choice Award In annou

The recent assertion that the APRC government under former President Yahya Jammeh merely “faked” development projects to attract votes is not only unfortunate, but also deeply insulting to the intelligence and lived experiences of Gambians. No well-meaning citizen can simply ignore such reckless statements. It appears the President is either desperately struggling to communicate a convincing message to the Gambian people or deliberately attempting to mislead and manipulate th

By Musa Bassadi Jawara Mr. Tambadou, you forwarded your “Open Letter to Mustapha K. Darboe” dated May 18, 2026 to me directly. In the spirit of transparency and public accountability, I respond. The nation is entitled to more than one voice when matters of justice, reputation, and public trust collide. This is that response — professional, academic, and unflinching. The issues you raised in your letter, in their entirety, are presented as conclusions of fact. With respect, th

By Dave Manneh Securing Futures: Land Rights Action Collaborative (SFLRAC) One year ago, I wrote "Beyond Jammeh's Shadow: Elite Capture, Land Dispossession, and State Assets Underselling in the Supposed New Gambia." That piece argued that Mustapha K. Darboe's investigation in The Republic exposed more than a scandal over stolen luxury goods. It mapped a system that moves public and communal wealth into the hands of a connected elite, the same elite that flourished under Yahya

Former Gambian Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Abubacarr Marie Tambadou, popularly known as “Ba Tambadou,” has demanded a public apology from investigative journalist Mustapha K. Darboe over what he described as “false and defamatory” claims published by The Republic in April 2025 regarding the disposal of assets linked to former President Yahya Jammeh. In a lengthy open letter dated 18 May 2026, Tambadou accused Darboe and The Republic of publishing allegations tha

A Response Essay | What Did the Workshop Actually Validate? | By Dave Manneh, Securing Futures: Land Rights Action Collaborative (SFLRAC) On 12 April 2026, What If We Stop Performing the Lie? (the third essay in The Architecture of Predation trilogy) asked what happens when communities refuse the performance the state requires. Seventeen days later, the NaNA Conference Hall offered not an answer but an illustration. The architecture, dressed in the language of reform, had l

Ahmed Manjang, representing the Gunjur Conservationists and Ecotourism Association (CETAG), is participating in the Regional Forum of the Partnership for Regional Coastal and Marine Conservation (PRCM) taking place in Nouakchott, Mauritania from 27th to 30th April. Ahmed Manjang of CETAG delivers at 𝐏𝐑𝐂𝐌 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐮𝐚𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐭 At the forum, Manjang of CETAG is contributing to critical discussions on sustainable fisheries management and commu

Hon. Omar A. Manjang has called for greater shared responsibility between men and women in antenatal and postnatal care across The Gambia. In a statement, he expressed his support for ongoing calls for change, urging men to actively participate in what are traditionally seen as women-dominated spaces, commonly referred to as “Nurse” clinics. “I am excited to join the call for change and shared responsibility in the monthly antenatal and postnatal clinics,” he said. “I call on

The recent engagement between the Association of Gambian Influencers (AGI) and the Online Media Association of The Gambia (GOMA) comes at a critical moment in the country’s media evolution. As discussions intensify around the proposed Broadcasting and Online Content Regulations 2026, one issue stands clearly at the center of national debate: how The Gambia can balance regulation, freedom, and economic opportunity in a rapidly digitising world. This conversation is not happeni

Yankuba Darboe, Chairman of the Brikama Area Council and a senior member of the United Democratic Party (UDP), has criticised President Adama Barrow, accusing him of attempting to politicise the investigation into the killing of two police officers at the Jabang/Sukuta junction in September 2023. In a strongly worded statement posted on his Facebook page, Darboe dismissed allegations linking Ousainou Bojang to the fatal shooting, describing the claims as “fabricated” and lack