Gambia is Seeking a Public-Private Partnership to Develop a 50 MW Solar-Plus-Storage Project.
Nawec and the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy (MoPE) have issued a tender for a 50 MW solar PV facility with battery storage in Soma, part of a larger 150 MW solar initiative, aiming to select an independent power producer (IPP) through a public-private partnership.
Gambia’s National ID Card Contract Plan Details Have Been Revealed
The Gambia’s Minister of Interior, Hon. Abdoulie Sanyang, updated the National Assembly on the challenges of ID card issuance following the end of the Semlex contract, announcing plans for a new locally focused contract and discussing ongoing efforts to implement a National Digital ID System.
KMC to Investigate Claims of Nepotism at Bakoteh Market
The Kanifing Municipal Council Markets Board Chairman, Momar Taal, has vowed to investigate allegations of nepotism and unjustified vendor relocations at Bakoteh market, which have negatively affected the sales of fish and other vendors, prompting calls for the return of displaced sellers and an overhaul of the market’s operations.
Jawara Foundation Donates D500K to GAF to Renovate Hamza Barracks
The Abubakary Jawara Foundation donated D500,000 to the Gambia Armed Forces and has begun renovating Hamza Barracks, which was damaged by a fire in July, as part of its commitment to support affected military families and aid the country’s security institutions.
Gambian Academic Staff of UTG Face Injustice, Says Lecturer
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.