I am pleased to announce the formal establishment of the Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice in The Gambia, a human rights organization dedicated to promoting justice, democracy, accountability, and equality, inspired by the legacy of EF Small, through public education, advocacy, and holding the State accountable for human rights
In celebration of its 11th anniversary, Join Hands 2 Save A Baby will donate baby monitors valued at £90,000 to two Gambian hospitals, with support from GK Partners covering shipment costs, while founder Amie Jarjue, renowned for her philanthropy, continues to inspire through her dedication to public health and community welfare.
The Drug Law Enforcement Agency Gambia (DLEAG) reported 623 drug-related cases in 2023, involving 633 individuals, with a rise in the arrests of non-Gambian nationals, particularly Senegalese and Sierra Leoneans, as the agency intensifies efforts to combat drug trafficking and its impact on youth.
The ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA) has officially launched to oversee mergers and combat anti-competitive practices across 15 West African countries, including The Gambia, Nigeria, and Ghana, with plans to prioritize key industries and collaborate with other regional competition bodies.
GACH Global’s Abubakary Jawara Foundation donated 50 solar streetlights valued at D400,000 to Sukuta to enhance security and support community development, reflecting the foundation’s ongoing commitment to infrastructure improvements and corporate social responsibility.
