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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

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

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

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 – 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

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

NAWEC May Cost A Government Failure — Prince Ebrahim Sanyang Warns Gambia | Tuesday 26 May 2026 Prominent Gambian development economist and international structured finance expert, Prince Ebrahim Sanyang, has warned that the worsening crisis at NAWEC poses a serious economic and political risk to the government if urgent reforms are not undertaken. Prince Ebrahim Sanyang In a strongly worded statement, Sanyang highlighted persistent nationwide power outages, poor infrastructu

The PASTEF Rupture and a Nation in Peril By Musa Bassadi Jawara I. PREAMBLE — ON VINDICATION Before the March 2024 elections, I wrote a sober, measured piece. One line only said Amadou Ba had the institutional edge. For that single sentence, PASTEF’s digital militia descended. I was called a liar, a relic, a mercenary of the old order. They mocked, doxxed, and damned. My inboxes overflowed with venom. My analysis, built on 30 years of watching Dakar politics, was dismissed as

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

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

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

Gunjur Youths for Health has successfully conducted another impactful community outreach at the Gunjur Main Market aimed at promoting public health awareness and preventive healthcare. The health screening exercise, held on 9th May 2026, attracted a total of 107 people from different age groups and genders across the community despite limited publicity ahead of the event. The outreach focused primarily on raising awareness about diabetes and hypertension, encouraging healthy

Lion Stars Football Academy has officially entered into a partnership with Kairo Brand as the academy continues preparations for the upcoming Gambia Football Federation Academy Youth League. Kairo Brand owner Abubacarr Darboe (L) with Lion Stars Academy President Ebrima Janneh (R) The partnership was marked by the unveiling of the academy’s new jerseys for the 2026 season, sponsored by the young Kairo design brand of Gunjur-born Abubacarr Darboe. The collaboration is seen as

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