Dr. Alieu Gibba, a senior lecturer at the University of The Gambia, has criticized the university’s leadership for unfair treatment and lack of transparency in staff promotions, leading him and fellow lecturer Dr. Matarr Njie to walk out of a disciplinary hearing in protest, underscoring their commitment to advocating for fair treatment of Gambian academic staff.
Germany-based Gambian migration activist Yahya Sonko has urged the National Assembly to thoroughly review the recent migration agreement between The Gambia and Spain, emphasizing the need for transparency, accountability, and safeguarding the interests of Gambian citizens, particularly the youth, amid concerns over potential mass deportations and the effectiveness of previous migration-related initiatives.
: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan discussed with his counterparts from The Gambia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain efforts to halt the violence in Gaza, support Palestinian rights, and address the escalating humanitarian crisis amid intensified Israeli military actions.
The Abubakary Jawara Foundation, the charitable arm of GACH Global Group, has donated D10 million worth of solar plants, a transformer, 400 power poles, and three groundnut shelling machines to enhance electricity distribution and support local businesses in Gambissara, demonstrating a strong commitment to community development in the Upper River Region.
Minister of Justice Dawda Jallow defended the amendments to the draft constitution, stating they resulted from extensive consultations and aimed to create a legal framework that addresses historical injustices and supports a democratic future for The Gambia, despite criticisms of being self-serving.
