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Response Team Files Formal Complaint with Police, Announces Peaceful Road Safety Gathering. The Gunjur Youth Anti-Drifting Response Team has formally submitted a complaint to the Gunjur Police Station and other local authorities, calling for urgent action against dangerous drifting and reckless driving in the community. The move follows widespread public concern over a car drifting stunt that took place last Sunday at the Gunjur Beach and Coastal Road intersection, an area fr

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 worrying level of plastic pollution has been observed in Gunjur, particularly in the area between Media Salam and the sand dunes, where discarded banned monofilament fishing nets have been found scattered across the landscape. Banned monofilament fishing nets are now being used by farmers to protect their crops from animals Monofilament nets, which are prohibited in The Gambia due to their devastating impact on marine ecosystems, continue to be illegally used by some fisher

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

A delegation from Gunjur on Thursday met with Brikama Area Council (BAC) Chairman Yankuba Darboe to discuss growing environmental and public health concerns arising from the uncontrolled disposal and accumulation of waste at the community’s dumping site. The delegation comprised Fasaikou Darboe, Bajay Bojang of the Council of Elders, Lamin Bojang, Buba Janneh, Lamin “Nenehnuwo” Touray, and Faburama Darboe. The meeting focused on finding immediate and long-term solutions to ad

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

Gunjur, The Gambia – BE REEL Gambia has successfully concluded a four-day foundational micro-business training programme for women entrepreneurs from Central Gunjur and the remote community of Santambaa under its lower training initiative known as Julaya-silo. Women entrepreneurs receive their certificates from BE REEL The training brought together more than 90 women entrepreneurs and focused on equipping participants with practical business skills designed to strengthen thei

The Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF) has successfully concluded a scoping mission in The Gambia in preparation for the implementation of the Global Toolkit for Participatory Fisheries Governance Project, a European Union-funded initiative aimed at combating illegal fishing and strengthening community participation in fisheries management. The project, which will be implemented in 15 countries across the Global South, seeks to empower coastal fishing communities with pra

Gunjur, The Gambia – Badis FC of Gunjur has received a significant boost following the donation of sporting equipment by the club’s founder and chairman, Omar Badis Jammeh. The donation, which included brand-new football boots, shin guards, and socks, was presented to both the senior and intermediate teams during a football match held on Saturday at Gunjur Senior Secondary School. Since its establishment, Badis FC has continued to benefit from the support of Omar Badis Jammeh

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

Sheikh Hatab Memorial Nursery School has received a significant boost to its learning and recreational facilities following the installation of new playground equipment and sports infrastructure through the support of Gunjur Project and the Multipercussion Group 2026. The latest improvements include the installation of new playground swings, providing pupils with a safe and enjoyable environment where they can engage in play-based learning and recreation. The school has also

An anonymous businessman has donated a staggering D1.5 million towards the ongoing renovation and facelift of the historic Gunjur Central Mosque, providing a major boost to the community-led project. The generous donation was made during a recent visit by the businessman to the mosque, where he inspected the renovation works currently underway. The contribution comes after the people of Gunjur both at home and diaspora united to raise more than one million dalasis to support

It is with great honor that I pay tribute to our living legend, Mr. Bubanding Bajo, a recent award recipient at the maiden Gunjur Sports Committee Awards Night. Mr. Bajo is widely admired for his beautiful smile, tireless work ethic, and unwavering commitment to football and community harmony. More than a football lover, he is a peacemaker, conflict resolver, and a strong discourager of sport hooliganism, always approaching challenges with friendliness and respect. His presen

The Gunjur Ward Development Committee (WDC) has provided a significant boost to sports development in the community by donating D250,000 to the Gunjur Sports Committee (GSC) towards the completion of dressing rooms at the Nyamina Football Field. The funding forms part of the 2026 Ward Development Allocation of D1 million disbursed by the WDC to support priority development projects across Gunjur Ward. According to an official dispatch issued by Ward Councillor Hon. Momodou Ch

The Gunjur Sports Committee (GSC) on Saturday successfully hosted its maiden Annual Sports Awards Night at Le BeatRoute Club in Gunjur, marking a significant milestone in the promotion and recognition of sporting excellence in the community. Organised under GSC’s “New Era of Sports Development” mantra, the historic event brought together sports stakeholders, football enthusiasts, sponsors, and distinguished guests to celebrate outstanding achievements during the 2025/26 Gunju

A decade after Golden Lead established its fishmeal factory in Gunjur, an important question continues to echo across the community: what has Gunjur truly gained in return? When the factory began operations, expectations were high. There were hopes of major developments that would transform the coastal settlement — improved infrastructure such as the Gunjur beach road, a fish market, employment opportunities for local youths and meaningful corporate social responsibility init

Ten years after the establishment of Golden Lead Fishmeal Factory in Gunjur, concerns continue to mount over the company’s contribution to local development amid long-standing complaints surrounding its operations and environmental impact. Golden Lead had previously been associated with promises including the construction of the Gunjur beach road, development of a fish market, creation of employment opportunities and support for community-based initiatives through corporate s

By Musa Bassadi Jawara | Bintou’s Point, Kerewan Since the death of Honorable Mbemba Jatta’s passing on Monday, I took time today to visit with the family in Gunjur. I’ve not been in Gunjur for over a decade, and the earth under my feet remembered me before I remembered the turns. The remains of the late Hon. Mbemba Jatta will be laid to rest at the Gunjur central cemetery on Saturday, 16th May 2026 I wanted to take time and travel to Gunjur this Wednesday May 13 and visit wi

By Musa Bassadi Jawara, Bintou’s Point, Kerewan I was informed within moments of his demise in New York, United States at my vantage point in Bintou’s Point, Kerewan. News travels fast in this age, but grief travels faster. It pierced the quiet of the compound and settled on my chest like the harmattan. Late Hon. Mbemba Jatta, Former Minister of Trade, Environment & Labour Under former President Sir Dawda K. Jawara Upon learning the sad news my initial reaction translated in