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BY: CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS | ONLINE EDITOR M@KE K@Si GRE@T ©®™
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BY: CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS | ONLINE EDITOR
KASiBC_AFRiCA SPECIAL NEWS EDITION
Reporting Live from Banjul and Serekunda, The Gambia
THE GAMBIA BREAKING NEWS
BANJUL RECEIVES TWO MEGA GENERATORS WITH COMBINED 21-MEGAWATT CAPACITY TO EASE CRIPPLING NATIONWIDE POWER CUTS
BANJUL — In a major operational breakthrough aimed at resolving months of severe electricity shortages, the Government of The Gambia has taken delivery of two industrial power generators with a combined capacity of 21 megawatts at the Port of Banjul.
The heavy-duty generating units—each delivering 10.5 megawatts—were officially offloaded at the port under high-level supervision from energy officials and technical engineers.
The emergency power intervention coincides with the signing of a $14.2 million rural electrification contract aimed at expanding grid connections to 241 off-grid communities across the Upper River Region (URR) and Central River Region (CRR).
CURRENT AFFAIRS
VICE PRESIDENT MUHAMMED JALLOW CALLS FOR URGENT ACTION ON MALNUTRITION AS GAMBIA VALIDATES HISTORIC NATIONAL DEMENTIA PLAN
BANJUL — Public health and social welfare agencies across The Gambia have launched a coordinated national initiative to combat acute malnutrition and improve early clinical interventions for vulnerable women and children. Delivering the keynote address at a national health forum in Banjul, Vice President Muhammed B.S. Jallow urged government ministries, civil society groups, and international development partners to accelerate direct funding toward community-based nutrition programs and primary healthcare infrastructure.
The national health drive coincides with a historic milestone in non-communicable disease policy, as The Gambia officially became the first country in the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region to validate a dedicated National Dementia Plan.
Concurrently, law enforcement agencies and judicial authorities have reinforced public sector integrity measures. In a prominent legal proceeding in Banjul, three civil servants were fined D1.05 million following court convictions related to illicit drug trafficking, underscoring state commitments to enforcing zero-tolerance accountability standards across public institutions.
POLITICS
PRESIDENT ADAMA BARROW DEFENDS DEVELOPMENT RECORD AS COALITION OF PROGRESSIVE GAMBIANS URGES OPPOSITION ALIGNMENT
BANJUL — Political activity across The Gambia has intensified as political parties calibrate field operations and grassroots mobilization strategies. Addressing public rallies in the Central River Region, President Adama Barrow called on citizens to support policy continuity, highlighting ongoing investments in rural roads, electricity expansion, and youth skills centers. President Barrow defended his administration's development trajectory while dismissing critical claims raised by opposition leaders regarding national governance.
Simultaneously, the Coalition of Progressive Gambians—a non-partisan civic organization—issued a public statement calling on opposition political movements to forge structured policy alliances.
In legislative proceedings, Members of the National Assembly participating in international parliamentary forums emphasized the importance of strengthening democratic institutions, ensuring judicial independence, and promoting transparent electoral processes. Political analysts note that civic discussions surrounding economic resilience and public infrastructure will continue to shape parliamentary debates as the legislative calendar progresses.
BUSINESS
GOVERNMENT PROJECTS D40.96 BILLION REVENUE FOR 2027 FISCAL FRAMEWORK AS WASSU SKILLS CENTRE OPENS FOR YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
WASSU / BANJUL — The Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs has released its medium-term fiscal framework, projecting national revenues and grants to reach D40.96 billion against projected expenditures of D41.05 billion for the 2027 financial cycle. The economic blueprint focuses on maintaining fiscal discipline, expanding domestic tax collection efficiency, and channeling capital expenditure directly into high-impact infrastructure, agriculture, and healthcare projects.
In human capital development, President Adama Barrow officially commissioned the newly constructed Wassu Skills Training Centre in the Central River Region. The vocational institution features modern technical workshops, administrative blocks, student dormitories, and ICT laboratories designed to equip young Gambians with marketable skills in mechanical engineering, construction, and digital technologies.
To further stimulate private sector growth, the Gambia Investment and Export Promotion Agency (GIEPA) has streamlined business registration processes and expanded trade facilitation services for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Financial analysts highlight that expanding vocational training and easing commercial regulations remain central to creating sustainable youth employment and boosting domestic productivity.
HEALTH
HEALTH MINISTRY EXPANDS COMMUNITY CLINICS IN LOWER BADDIBU AS PHARMACEUTICAL SUPPLY NETWORKS AUTOMATE
KEREWAN / BANJUL — The Ministry of Health has initiated technical field assessments across the Lower Baddibu District to evaluate community healthcare needs and determine location sites for upgraded primary health facilities and district clinics. The health outreach responds to requests from rural community leaders seeking expanded emergency medical transport, maternal care facilities, and local diagnostic laboratories.
To improve clinical logistics nation-wide, public health authorities are deploying automated inventory management systems across central pharmaceutical depots and regional health stores. The digital logistics system connects rural health posts directly to central procurement management, ensuring continuous supplies of essential chronic disease medications, anti-malarial therapies, and maternal health kits.
Furthermore, public health teams have stepped up vector control measures and water quality monitoring along coastal zones and riverine settlements to prevent seasonal waterborne illnesses during agricultural harvest periods.
GOVERNMENT
LAND ADMINISTRATION REFORMS ACCELERATE AS GAMBIAN JURIST SWORN INTO ECOWAS COMMUNITY COURT
BANJUL — The Ministry of Lands, Regional Government and Religious Affairs has introduced a comprehensive reform strategy designed to modernize national land administration, resolve boundary disputes, and digitize land registry records. Ministry leadership confirmed that automated geographic information systems (GIS) are being implemented to streamline property registration, protect customary land rights, and eliminate fraudulent land transactions.
In judicial governance, Gambian legal pioneer Justice Awa Bah was officially sworn in as a judge of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice.
Additionally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad reaffirmed the nation's active diplomatic engagement on the global stage.
ENTERTAINMENT
CREATIVE ARTS SECTOR EXPANDS DIGITAL COPYRIGHT TRACKING AS LOCAL PERFORMERS GAIN REGIONAL ACCLAIM
SEREKUNDA — The Gambia's creative arts and music industries are experiencing a dynamic resurgence, led by young musicians, film directors, and visual artists leveraging modern digital production studios and streaming distribution platforms.
The National Centre for Arts and Culture (NCAC), working in partnership with local arts associations, has introduced updated guidelines to protect digital intellectual property, track broadcast usage, and ensure fair royalty payments for local recording artists. Creative industry advocates commended the regulatory updates, emphasizing that digital copyright protection enables Gambian talent to monetize content effectively across international streaming services.
Cultural venues across Serekunda and Bakau are hosting regular musical showcases, live theater performances, and traditional craft markets celebrating Gambian cultural heritage, attracting local audiences and international cultural enthusiasts alike.
TOURS
RIVER GAMBIA SAFARIS AND ECO-LODGES PREPARE FOR PEAK TOURISM SEASON AS HERITAGE INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES COMPLETE
JANJANBUREH — Tourism operators along the River Gambia and coastal resort zones are gearing up for a strong peak tourism season, supported by upgraded visitor infrastructure, expanded eco-lodge accommodation, and enhanced heritage sites.
The Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard) launched an international destination marketing drive highlighting river safari cruises, bird-watching expeditions in Kiang West National Park, and historic heritage sites at Janjanbureh and Kunta Kinteh Island. Upgraded river landing jetties and eco-friendly safari boats have facilitated smoother transit for international tourists exploring the interior regions of the country.
Community-based eco-tourism associations in rural villages report advance booking growth, where joint ventures between local community trusts and lodge operators direct safari revenues straight into local primary schools, health posts, and clean water projects.
EVENTS
BANJUL HOSTS WEST AFRICAN TRADE AND DIGITAL INNOVATION EXPO AT PARADISE SUITES COMPLEX
SEREKUNDA — Business executives, technology entrepreneurs, and international trade delegations gathered at the Paradise Suites Hotel complex in Serekunda for the annual Gambia Trade and Digital Innovation Expo.
The multi-day commercial convention showcased innovative software applications in digital payment processing, agricultural technology, and solar energy installation. Executive panel discussions focused on expanding cross-border commerce under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework and utilizing fintech solutions to widen financial access for rural entrepreneurs.
Local startup incubators presented commercial solutions designed to connect smallholder farmers with urban retail markets, securing investment interest from regional venture capital funds.
SPORTS
GAMBIA NATIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM RISES TO 109TH IN FIFA RANKINGS FOLLOWING SPECTACULAR CONTINENTAL QUALIFIER WINS
BANJUL — The Gambia national football team, the Scorpions, achieved a major international milestone after climbing seven places in the latest FIFA World Rankings to reach 109th globally.
The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) commended national team players and technical staff led by head coach Johnny McKinstry, emphasizing that tactical discipline and squad cohesion have delivered outstanding international results.
In domestic sports news, Gambian athletes continue to make strides internationally, highlighted by attacking midfielder transfers to top overseas leagues. Meanwhile, national sports associations are expanding youth football clinics and track-and-field training camps across all administrative regions to nurture grassroots athletic talent.
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