Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Rasha Kelej meets The First Lady of Liberia & 6 African First Ladies of Africa at the 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in The Gambia
MONROVIA, Liberia, December 27, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia in Banjul, The Gambia. The conference is co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of Gambia and Ambassador of Merck
The Gambia advocates for impactful partnerships at the 2nd Russia-Africa Ministerial Partnership Forum
On December 20, 2025, Gambia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Sering Modou Njie, spoke at the 2nd Russia–Africa Ministerial Partnership Forum in Cairo. He highlighted the importance of resilient economies for small states like The Gambia and outlined cooperation priorities under the theme “Trade, Economy and Investment,” which include: Njie reaffirmed The Gambia’s commitment to
Ms. Salimatou Jallow appointed as the Director of Asia and Oceanic Affairs
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Gambia has appointed Ms. Salimatou Jallow as the Director of Asia and Oceanic Affairs, effective December 2025. She has over 20 years of diplomatic experience, previously serving at the Gambian Embassy in Spain and in the European Affairs Directorate. Ms. Jallow aims to enhance The Gambia’s partnerships in
The Lower River Region Police Command has decorated 41 newly promoted officers in Mansakonko
On December 18, 2025, the Lower River Region Police Command held a ceremony in Mansakonko to honor forty-one newly promoted officers. The event included prayers by Imam Janneh, remarks from Deputy Commissioner DCP Alagie M. I. Joof on the occasion’s significance, and comments from Commissioner of Police CP Mustapha Ndong about the importance of professionalism.
GPF wraps up outreach program in Urr to combat gender-based violence
The Gambia Police Force completed a school and community outreach program in the Upper River Region on December 18, 2025, as part of its Zero Tolerance Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about child protection, sexual and gender-based violence, and responsible social media use in schools, including Sabi and St. Joseph
