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Gambia health and nutrition care orients, trains executive members

News Extra30 October 2026

Gambia Health And Nutrition Care Orients, Trains Executive Members

The Gambia Health and Nutrition Care (GHNC) recently held a two-day orientation and leadership training workshop for its executive members to build institutional capacity, particularly of its new leadership. GHNC is a newly registered not-for-profit and voluntary organisation that seeks to promote health awareness and education, improve nutrition, encourage physical activity and community wellbeing. The […]

GAMBIA SEEKS TO DOMINATE WAFU-A WITH ANOTHER CUP TOMORROW

Sports 29 October 2026

Gambia Seeks To Dominate WAFU-A With Another Cup Tomorrow

Young Scorpions face Guinea in U-20 final The Gambia will make history as one of the power houses in youth football in West Africa if the Young Scorpions can snatch the Wafu Zone A title tomorrow Friday.   One may argue that the country is already a well-established name in youth football after 2005 and 2009 […]

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Mental health care, responsibility of all

Opinions 30 October 2026

Mental Health Care, Responsibility Of All

It is never an easy feeling or situation when a member of the family or community is identified to have one form of mental disorder or another. The statistics are very scary, but instead of motivating us to fight the problem, the subject of mental health remains a taboo in most homes and communities. This […]

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Ndeye Anta Kebé: On the legacy of the legendary Ndiouga Kebé and ties to Gambia

Bantaba 7 August 2026

Ndeye Anta Kebé: On The Legacy Of The Legendary Ndiouga Kebé And Ties To Gambia

Babacar Kébé, known as Ndiouga or El Hadji Babacar Kébé, was a titan in the Senegalese business world. He was born in 1914 in Kebé Ndeuth in the Louga region and died on 13th March, 1984 in Dakar, and buried in Touba Mbacké. He was reputed to be among the richest men in Senegal during […]

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DP ends political alliance with NPP

Politics 5 October 2026

DP Ends Political Alliance With NPP

The Democratic Party (DP) has terminated its political alliance with the National People’s Party (NPP), saying its values, beliefs and political objectives no longer align with those of the ruling party. The decision was announced by DP leader Professor Dr Yusupha Dumbuya in a statement as political parties continue to position themselves ahead of the […]

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Seamlesshr Funding Tally Lifts To US$22million With Helios, Gates Foundation Investment

West Africa, 13th January 2025 – SeamlessHR, Africa’s leading Human Resource technology company, announced today that it has raised $9 million in its latest funding round from the Gates Foundation and Helios Digital Ventures as it continues to revolutionize the future of workforce productivity in Africa with cutting-edge technology. The new investment will drive the […]

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Welcome To The Spin Of Thrones 3 Grand Final With A Prize Pool Of €250,000!

Bookmaker 1xBet announces the start of the third and final Spin of Thrones series tournament. The Spin of Thrones 3 total prize pool is €250,000, and it will be distributed among the 400 best players, while the winner will receive a mega prize of €70,000! How to take part? The Spin of Thrones 3 will […]

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The Perils Of Untamed Entrepreneurial Ambitions: How Chasing Fame Over Fortune Can Lead To Financial Ruin

By John S. Morlu II, CPA Entrepreneurship is often wrapped in a glossy sheen of romance and idealism, painted as the golden ticket to not just financial success but a lasting legacy. Who wouldn’t be tempted by the prospect of becoming the next Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, or Oprah Winfrey? These iconic figures embody the […]

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GAMBIA SEEKS TO DOMINATE WAFU-A WITH ANOTHER CUP TOMORROW
Sports29 October 2026

Gambia Seeks To Dominate WAFU-A With Another Cup Tomorrow

Young Scorpions face Guinea in U-20 final The Gambia will make history as one of the power houses in youth football in West Africa if the Young Scorpions can snatch the Wafu Zone A title tomorrow Friday.   One may argue that the country is already a well-established name in youth football after 2005 and 2009 […]

Mental health care, responsibility of all
Opinions30 October 2026

Mental Health Care, Responsibility Of All

It is never an easy feeling or situation when a member of the family or community is identified to have one form of mental disorder or another. The statistics are very scary, but instead of motivating us to fight the problem, the subject of mental health remains a taboo in most homes and communities. This […]

Ndeye Anta Kebé: On the legacy of the legendary Ndiouga Kebé and ties to Gambia
Bantaba7 August 2026

Ndeye Anta Kebé: On The Legacy Of The Legendary Ndiouga Kebé And Ties To Gambia

Babacar Kébé, known as Ndiouga or El Hadji Babacar Kébé, was a titan in the Senegalese business world. He was born in 1914 in Kebé Ndeuth in the Louga region and died on 13th March, 1984 in Dakar, and buried in Touba Mbacké. He was reputed to be among the richest men in Senegal during […]

GOV’T PUBLISHES LG COMMISSION REPORT, WHITE PAPER
Gambia News30 October 2026

Gov’t Publishes Lg Commission Report, White Paper

The Standard has been reliably informed that the government has published the report of the Commission of Inquiry into the Conduct of all Local Government Councils and for Connected Matters together with the Government White Paper setting out its decisions on the Commission’s findings and recommendations. Our source said the documents have been uploaded on […]

IEC announces crowded nomination schedule for presidential candidates
Gambia News30 October 2026

IEC Announces Crowded Nomination Schedule For Presidential Candidates

The process leading to the December 5 presidential elections has entered another crucial stage with the   Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) issuing the nomination schedule for candidates seeking to contest the election. The schedule, which runs from Tuesday, November 3, to Thursday, November 12, reveals a large filed of would-be contestants from political parties, Movements and […]

Barrow promises 24-hour power supply after $169m solar deal
Gambia News30 October 2026

Barrow Promises 24-Hour Power Supply After $169m Solar Deal

President Adama Barrow has promised Gambians uninterrupted electricity within 12 months following the signing of a US$169 million solar power project agreement for the second phase of the Soma Solar Park. He made this disclosure during an NPP grand alliance event on Wednesday, where he said the project would increase electricity generation and help address […]