Finance minister defends gov’t over Russian oil saga

Responding to questions from journalists, the minister described recent media reports on the Russian oil deal as “misleading and misinformed,” emphasising that not every economic transaction automatically attracts tax obligations. “Just because an...

Gambia holds national climate stock taking ahead of NDC 3.0 submission

In his opening remarks, Director of the Climate Change Secretariat, Lamin S. Jammeh, reflected on The Gambia’s track record, noting: “The Gambia has never defaulted in submitting our NDCs. Each submission has been more ambitious than the last, but...

Banjul El Hella armed robbery: Police detail recovery of robbers’ vehicle

Recalling the events of 8 February, Saidykhan confirmed receiving a robbery complaint that day. “Yes, I remember receiving the case. It was brought to our attention by a complainant named Muhammed Ibrahim Hydara, a businessman by profession,” he...

Finance Minister Clarifies Russian Oil and Win-Win Rice Deals

By: Fatou Krubally Finance Minister Seedy Keita has defended the government’s handling of the controversial Russian oil and Win-Win rice import transactions, insisting that both deals followed due process and did not expose public funds to any...

GAMBIA, GABON RENEW RIVALRY TOMORROW

- Advertisement - The Scorpions will be aiming to defend their Nairobi fortress against Gabon’s Panthers in a crucial World Cup qualifier. The Scorpions are set to feature in Kenya again, this Friday when they host The Panthers of Gabon at the Moi...

Business News | President of the Gambia, H.E. Mr. ADAMA BARROW to Inaugurate the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025, Being Held in the Gambia

BusinessWire India Banjul [The Gambia] / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 8: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, will conduct the 12th Edition of their annual conference, "Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary", in...

Meet the CEOs of top 10 African fintech companies by funding

Unarguably, the fintech space has become a leading force driving financial inclusion and innovation across Africa and globally. It’s an industry that has continued to propel seamless digital payment closer to people and penetrate rural...

Gambian youth capitalize on apt training for job creation

Gambian youth are increasingly involved in job creation in the country. Programmes such as Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) and initiatives supported by International Trade Centre (ITC) and the European Union focus on vocational training,...

Gambia: Youth central to economic development

Gambian youth are central to the nation's economic development through various skills work initiatives, primarily driven by programmes. The National Development Plan (NDP) is aimed at enhancing youth skills in market-relevant sectors such as...

Gambia Experience maiden flight lands with 189 tourists

The Minister of Tourism and Culture, Abdou Jobe and senior members of the Governing Board of the Gambia Tourism Authority and staff were at hand to receive the visiting tourists, marking the official start of the 2025/26 Tourist Season. However,...

Gambia, Malawi, Zambia: New US visa bond imposes financial barrier

- Advertisement - In the latest news, the United States Department of State has begun to issue visa bonds to the citizens of The Gambia, Malawi, and Zambia which directly alters the B1/B2 applications. Gambian passport holders having their...

Pharma Company Shut Down After Child-Killing Cough Syrup Scandal

MADHYA PRADESH, INDIA - Over the past month, dozens of children, all under the age of five, died after allegedly consuming contaminated cough syrup. The children died after consuming cough medicine linked to Tamil Nadu-based company Sreson...

Gambian Journalist gets professional certificate in sports Management, Administration

Kifa, a renowned journalist, anti-illicit drug advocate, and sports entrepreneur, has undertaken various professional trainings over the years. In 2022, he completed a Diploma-Certificate Program in Football Business Management and HR at Valley...

GRA Signs MOU with First Bank Gambia to Boost Transparency

The Commissioner General of the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA), Mr. Yankuba Darboe, has applauded First Bank Gambia Limited for reactivating a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the authority for the collection of government revenue. Speaking...

Officer says 2 pistols, 9 rounds recovered in Banjul armed robbery

When asked by State Counsel to explain to the court what transpired during the arrest of Abdoulie Jallow, the mechanic, Deputy Superintendent of Police Lamin Saidykhan of the Gambia Police Force (GPF) boldly stated: “We told the mechanic that...

Gambia praised for passing Personal Data Protection and Privacy Bill

The passage of this bill is the culmination of years of collective advocacy and engagement by civil society, policymakers, and stakeholders. As part of this process, Paradigm Initiative has actively supported efforts to build awareness, foster...

Title: Pearls of Sustainable Peace — A Gambian writer’s manifesto for moral and global harmony

- Advertisement - By Cherno Omar Barry – Professor of Comparative Literature BOOK PROFILE Title: Pearls of Sustainable Peace Author: Muhammed Trawally ISBN: 978-9983-94-496-9 Year of Publication: 2025 Publisher: Self-Published, The Gambia Length:...

Group of seafood companies, NFI sue NOAA over its marine mammal protection decision

A coalition of seafood importers and industry groups such as the National Fisheries Institute (NFI) and the Restaurant Law Center have sued NOAA over its recent determinations on Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) requirements. NOAA recently...

10 reasons to visit Nottingham's international market

Market traders have brought global crafts and street food to the heart of Nottingham. The International Market has returned to Old Market Square. Visitors will find a variety of stalls, some with arts, crafts and unique gifts including jewellery,...

African exporters find new markets after US trade scheme expires

African exporters find new markets after US trade scheme expires Africa Confidential Governments, even optimistic ones, had been preparing for the expiry of the United States’s trade preference programme on 30 September – the African Growth and...