GFF First Division League Week Three Recap
In week three of the GFF First Division League, Gambia Ports Authority won 1-0 against Brikama United with a goal from Ansumana Jawara. TMT FC defeated Samger FC, and the Gambian Dutch Lions triumphed 2-0 over Falcons FC with goals from Lamin Jawara and Lasana Bangoura. Fortune FC and Hart FC drew 0-0. Upcoming fixtures
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



