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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

With due respect to Mayor Talib, I disagree with the assertion that the selection of a coalition flagbearer should completely disregard the size and strength of the constituent political parties. UMC Leader Talib Bensouda Any coalition built on mutual respect, fairness, and political reality cannot ignore the support base that each party brings to the table. It would be difficult to justify asking a party with over 200,000 supporters and a nationwide structure to join a coali

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 people of Gunjur, and indeed much of the Kombo region, continue to endure daily power outages with no clear end in sight. Residents in Gunjur received barely one hour of electricity yesterday and just two hours today. Such a situation is unacceptable and unsustainable in the 21st century. At a government press conference earlier today, officials from NAWEC attributed the ongoing power crisis to “maintenance works on domestic power generation facilities” and “procurement b

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

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

By Musa Bassadi Jawara | Economist & Author | Bintou’s Point, Kerewan 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐮 𝐃𝐢𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐲𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐲𝐞 President of the Republic of Senegal Palais de la République Dakar, Senegal 24 May 2026 Dear Mr. President, The rupture between you and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has wounded you both to near mortality. But it is Senegal and the Senegalese people who will bleed in Himalayan pro

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

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

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

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