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MILE 2 PRISON SOLD TO GPA

By Arret Jatta Interior Minister Abdoulie Sanyang yesterday revealed in the National Assembly that government is on the verge of selling the Mile 2 Central Prison to the Gambia Ports Authority for $4 million, equivalent to over D300 million. Minister Sanyang further explained that the $4 million proceeds will be used to construct a new modern prison. In...
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MILE 2 PRISON SOLD TO GPA

By Arret Jatta Interior Minister Abdoulie Sanyang yesterday revealed in the National Assembly that government is on the verge of selling the Mile 2 Central...

Gov’t says Pura directed to remove floor price on mobile data

By Tabora Bojang The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy Lamin Jabbi has said his Ministry has written to Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) for them to lift the floor price it put on mobile...

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Egyptian Medical Centre inaugurated

By Fatou Gassama The Gambia has marked a significant milestone in its healthcare sector with the launch of the first-ever Egyptian Medical Centre, a state-of-the-art...

Gambia strengthens support for athletes with intellectual disabilities

By Olimatou Coker The Gambia has taken a significant step towards promoting inclusive sports, with the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between...

NAM Ceesay elected treasurer of Ecowas Female Parliamentarians’ Association

By Sirrah Touray Nominated National Assembly Member Maimuna Ceesay has been elected as the new Treasurer of the Ecowas Female Parliamentarians Association (ECOFEPA), a testament...

The resurgence of coups, the erosion of democratic culture, and the looming danger for West Africa

By Mohammed Jallow West Africa is entering an unsettling chapter marked by political volatility, institutional fragility, and the steady corrosion of democratic norms that many...

EFSCRJ concerned about widespread incidence of hate speech during President Barrow’s 2025 “Meet the People Tour”

IntroductionThe Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice expresses deep alarm regarding the recent developments witnessed during the 2025 'Meet the People Tour'...

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Amadou Jaiteh Presidential aspirant

By Tabora BajangChief reporter In this edition of Bantaba, we had a Q&A session with former Gambian diplomat, international lawyer and presidential hopeful Amadou Jaiteh, leader of the Peoples Reformist Organisation for Growth, Renewal, Equity,...

Amadou Jaiteh Presidential aspirant

By Tabora BajangChief reporter In this edition of Bantaba, we had a Q&A session with former Gambian diplomat, international lawyer and presidential hopeful Amadou Jaiteh,...

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MEDINA UNITED DENIES HAWKS’ CLAIM OF UNLAWFUL PLAYER POACHING

Following our publication of accusations by Hawks that Medina United had been unlawfully poaching its players, the Lamin based newly promoted first division side has responded categorically stating that what Hawks’ claimed is different...

MEDINA UNITED DENIES HAWKS’ CLAIM OF UNLAWFUL PLAYER POACHING

Following our publication of accusations by Hawks that Medina United had been unlawfully poaching its players, the Lamin based newly promoted first division side...

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RE: Jawara’s Nephew advises Barrow to step aside, protect his legacy

By Kebeli Demba Nyima,Atlanta, USA It is often said that The Gambia is a small country, but nothing is smaller than the sudden courage of privileged men who discover their political voice only when it...

MEDINA UNITED DENIES HAWKS’ CLAIM OF UNLAWFUL PLAYER POACHING

Following our publication of accusations by Hawks that Medina United had been unlawfully poaching its players, the Lamin based newly promoted first division side...

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MEDINA UNITED DENIES HAWKS’ CLAIM OF UNLAWFUL PLAYER POACHING

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Second Division league starts

The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) men's second division league started yesterday night as we...

What our education system lacks

Dr Alieu SK Manjang The most significant shortcoming of the Gambian education system, both in...

Mediocrity and excellence: A quiet crisis in our society

By Abdoulie Mam Njie There is an uncomfortable truth many of us feel but rarely...

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The grand symphony of contradiction and the UDP’s unending quest for...

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MILE 2 PRISON SOLD TO GPA

By Arret Jatta Interior Minister Abdoulie Sanyang yesterday revealed in the National Assembly that government...

Gov’t to sell 80 percent shares at Gamcel for D6 billion

By Tabora Bojang The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy Lamin Jabbi disclosed to lawmakers...

Soldier arrested for negligent discharge of weapon

By Olimatou Coker A soldier has been arrested after 'negligently discharging' his weapon in public...

Gov’t says Pura directed to remove floor price on mobile data

By Tabora Bojang The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy Lamin Jabbi has said his...

Mod K Ceesay appointed Minister of Trade

By Aminata Kuyateh The presidency has announced a new appointment to cabinet and senior management...

Gambia to host Sir Dawda-international human rights competition

By Omar Bah As part of events marking International Human Rights Day, the National Human...

Unicef pledges to revamp children’s Act ahead of 2026

By Olimtou Coker The Gambia is set to witness a significant overhaul of its children's...

Egyptian Medical Centre inaugurated

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Gambia strengthens support for athletes with intellectual disabilities

By Olimatou Coker The Gambia has taken a significant step towards promoting inclusive sports, with...

NAM Ceesay elected treasurer of Ecowas Female Parliamentarians’ Association

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The resurgence of coups, the erosion of democratic culture, and the...

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EFSCRJ concerned about widespread incidence of hate speech during President Barrow’s...

IntroductionThe Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice expresses deep alarm regarding the...

On legal grounds alone, the case against Borry Touray must be...

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Karpowership financial disaster: Billions wasted; no energy security

Dear Editor,Newspapers recently reported that the government of The Gambia still owes Karpowership an...