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GFF LAUDS GAMBIA INTERNATIONAL MUSA BARROW FOR INVESTING IN GAMBIAN FOOTBALL

Sports 28 October 2026

GFF Lauds Gambia International Musa Barrow For Investing In Gambian Football

Press release The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) extends its warmest congratulations to Gambian international striker Musa Barrow following his acquisition of a majority stake in AJ Soccer Football Club. Following the acquisition, the club has been officially rebranded to Laka99 FC—combining Musa’s popular nickname “Laka” and his signature shirt number 99. As part of the […]

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My support for President Barrow is a matter of conviction, not payment

Opinions 22 October 2026

My Support For President Barrow Is A Matter Of Conviction, Not Payment

In my appearance on Peter Gomez’s Coffee Time radio programme last Thursday, I was asked who, among the contenders in The Gambia’s December 5, 2026 presidential election, I believed stood the best chance of winning. My answer was unequivocally President Adama Barrow. Since then, I have been informed of allegations circulating on TikTok, reportedly promoted […]

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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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GFF LAUDS GAMBIA INTERNATIONAL MUSA BARROW FOR INVESTING IN GAMBIAN FOOTBALL
Sports28 October 2026

GFF Lauds Gambia International Musa Barrow For Investing In Gambian Football

Press release The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) extends its warmest congratulations to Gambian international striker Musa Barrow following his acquisition of a majority stake in AJ Soccer Football Club. Following the acquisition, the club has been officially rebranded to Laka99 FC—combining Musa’s popular nickname “Laka” and his signature shirt number 99. As part of the […]

My support for President Barrow is a matter of conviction, not payment
Opinions22 October 2026

My Support For President Barrow Is A Matter Of Conviction, Not Payment

In my appearance on Peter Gomez’s Coffee Time radio programme last Thursday, I was asked who, among the contenders in The Gambia’s December 5, 2026 presidential election, I believed stood the best chance of winning. My answer was unequivocally President Adama Barrow. Since then, I have been informed of allegations circulating on TikTok, reportedly promoted […]

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 […]

SWISS COURT TO DELIVER JUDGMENT ON SONKO’S APPEAL ON DEC 1
Gambia News28 October 2026

Swiss Court To Deliver Judgment On Sonko’s Appeal On Dec 1

The Swiss Federal Criminal Court has scheduled the pronouncement of judgment in the appeal of former Gambian Interior Minister Ousman Sonko for December 1, 2026. Sonko was sentenced to 20 years imprisonment in May 2024 after being convicted of multiple crimes against humanity committed during the rule of former president Yahya Jammeh. The appeal proceedings […]

State argues Mayor Lowe’s appeal against LG Commission is premature
Gambia News28 October 2026

State Argues Mayor Lowe’s Appeal Against Lg Commission Is Premature

The State has raised a preliminary objection against Banjul Mayor Rohey Malick Lowe’s appeal at the Court of Appeal challenging the adverse findings and recommendations made against her by the commission of inquiry into the Conduct of Local Government Councils, saying it is preamature.  Lowe is appealing against the whole of the adverse findings of […]

NDP vows to bring Jammeh back
Gambia News28 October 2026

NDP Vows To Bring Jammeh Back

The National Democratic Party (NDP) has promised that it will facilitate the return of former President Yahya Jammeh and accord him full honours as a former head of state, if it wins on 5 December. The party’s National President Lamin Jatta made this declaration in Brikamaba as the party tours the country. He further said […]