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IEC chairman declares final voter register will be released only after Revising Courts finish work

Gambia News23 October 2026

IEC Chairman Declares Final Voter Register Will Be Released Only After Revising Courts Finish Work

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) said it will release the final voters’ register to political parties after the revising courts complete their work. Addressing the IEC’s monthly stakeholder engagement yesterday, Chairman Joseph Colley said his institution expects magistrates to complete the process and sign the register by Friday, October 23, paving the way for the […]

Marina International School: From a legacy of excellence to a crisis of governance — when a school board takes its own parents to court (Part 3)

Commentary23 October 2026

Marina International School: From A Legacy Of Excellence To A Crisis Of Governance — When A School Board Takes Its Own Parents To Court (Part 3)

Notwithstanding that unfortunate experience, the parents and teachers subsequently placed their confidence in me by nominating me to serve on Marina’s Board of Governors as its legal member. I accepted that responsibility in good faith, conscious of my professional obligations as a lawyer and my responsibility as a parent to contribute constructively to the governance […]

GAMBIA CLIMBS 7 PLACES IN LATEST FIFA RANKING

Sports 9 October 2026

Gambia Climbs 7 Places In Latest FIFA Ranking

The Gambia has moved up seven places in the latest Fifa World Ranking, rising from 116th to 109th globally. The Scorpions also improved their position in Africa, climbing from 31st to 25th following successive victories over Somalia and Ghana during the September international window. The improved ranking comes after The Gambia secured important results in […]

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On the rejection of the draft constitution

Opinions 15 July 2025

On The Rejection Of The Draft Constitution

By Mai Ahmad Fatty The events of last evening mark a sobering moment in our nation’s democratic journey. The rejection of the draft constitution by parliament represents more than a legislative setback. It signals a profound disconnect between the aspirations of our people and the deliberations of their elected representatives.I express my deep disappointment with […]

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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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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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Interpol arrests 1,462 suspects, recovers D7.5 bln in Gambia, others

Gambia News23 October 2026

Interpol arrests 1,462 suspects, recovers D7.5 bln in Gambia, others

Law enforcement agencies across 21 countries including The Gambia have arrested 1,462 suspects and recovered over $105 million equivalent to D7.5 billion in a major cybercrime crackdown coordinated by the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL). The operation, codenamed operation Serengeti III, ran from June 29 to August 31, 2026, targeting cyber-enabled fraud, ransomware, business email […]

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GAMBIA CLIMBS 7 PLACES IN LATEST FIFA RANKING
Sports9 October 2026

Gambia Climbs 7 Places In Latest FIFA Ranking

The Gambia has moved up seven places in the latest Fifa World Ranking, rising from 116th to 109th globally. The Scorpions also improved their position in Africa, climbing from 31st to 25th following successive victories over Somalia and Ghana during the September international window. The improved ranking comes after The Gambia secured important results in […]

On the rejection of the draft constitution
Opinions15 July 2025

On The Rejection Of The Draft Constitution

By Mai Ahmad Fatty The events of last evening mark a sobering moment in our nation’s democratic journey. The rejection of the draft constitution by parliament represents more than a legislative setback. It signals a profound disconnect between the aspirations of our people and the deliberations of their elected representatives.I express my deep disappointment with […]

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 […]

BATCHILLY GIVES WAY TO DRAMMEH AS GAP FLAGBEARER
Gambia News23 October 2026

Batchilly Gives Way To Drammeh As Gap Flagbearer

The Gambia Action Party (GAP) has announced Ba Samba Drammeh, a social worker and human rights activist, as its presidential candidate for the December 5 election, with party founder Musa Ousainou Yali Batchilly as his vice presidential running mate. In a statement shared with The Standard yesterday, GAP said Batchilly’s decision to step aside as […]

Coalition 2026 unveils 66-point agenda to transform Gambia
Gambia News23 October 2026

Coalition 2026 Unveils 66-Point Agenda To Transform Gambia

Coalition 2026 has unveiled a 66-point action plan, pledging to transform The Gambia and end all forms of poverty within 10 years if elected into office. The coalition’s flag bearer, Talib Bensouda, made the pledge yesterday during the launch of the coalition’s manifesto at the Atlantic Hotel in Banjul. Presenting the coalition’s vision, Bensouda asked […]

Lamin J Darbo , Swaibou Touray among  Team- Gambia flag bearer  aspirants
Gambia News23 October 2026

Lamin J Darbo , Swaibou Touray Among  Team- Gambia Flag Bearer  Aspirants

Team -Gambia Grand Coalition yesterday unveiled seven people as the candidates aspiring to become the group’s flagbearer for the December 5 presidential elections. They include Lawyer Lamin J Darboe (whose NUP is also part of the Coalition 2026), PDOIS leader Swaebou Touray, Mariama Khan, a former secretary general and head of civil service,  Amadou Jaiteh […]