By Simplice Bambe, Jean Sovon & Jean-Christophe Brunet The ongoing security crisis in the eastern provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has deepened, with two rebel groups, the Congo River Alliance (AFC) and the 23 March Movement (M23), which are both opposed to the ruling regime, now working together. The AFC is a political-military organization composed of former
By Bulatlat Contributors MANILA– Media workers, advocates, and civil society organizations discussed on November 28 the safety of women journalists as a “fundamental human rights concern.” In a forum organized by the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) in observance of the International Day of Women Human Rights Defenders, various forms of gender-based violence were highlighted, including
The Gambian government is focused on transforming the agricultural sector, especially the groundnut value chain, in preparation for the 2025 groundnut season. Key initiatives include investing in new motorized screening machines to reduce post-harvest losses and enhancing market value through digital technologies, such as Point of Sale (POS) devices, to improve transaction transparency and promote
H.E. Lamin B. Dibba, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of The Gambia to the UN, has been elected as Chair of the Second Committee for the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly. The Committee focuses on economic and financial issues relevant to developing countries, such as sustainable development and poverty eradication. Under Dibba’s leadership, discussions
On December 5, 2025, The Gambia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs received modern communication equipment from the Chinese Embassy, enhancing their partnership. The donation included various items, including conference microphones, tablets, laptops, and sound systems, handed over by Deputy Head of Mission Mr. Zhao Shangsen to Permanent Secretary Ms. Fatou Kinneh Jobe. Jobe expressed gratitude for
