Batokunku landowners demand compensation and permits to rebuild their homes
Ya Mamie Ceesay, representing a group of landowners in Batokunku, The Gambia, demands the return of unlawfully seized lands, fair compensation, and permission to rebuild their homes, alleging abuse of power by former President Yahya Jammeh, while urging the government for dialogue and resolution as advised by the Janneh Commission.
Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) ends the Zambia study tour
GRA recently concluded a benchmark visit to ZRA, funded by IMF ARFITAC WEST 2, to learn from ZRA’s digitalization. Led by Chairperson Lucy Fye-Jagne, the delegation explored e-tax strategies, IT infrastructure, data management, and compliance at ZRA, aiming to enhance GRA’s operations. Commissioner General Yankuba Darboe expressed confidence in improving revenue collection efficiency and formalized collaboration through an MoU.
IOM launched “CinemArena” to raise awareness about the dangers of irregular migration
IOM launched ‘CinemArena’ in The Gambia to raise awareness on irregular migration, aiming to empower youth through educational campaigns and community engagement across five countries, including Senegal, Guinea, and Tunisia, featuring testimonials like Fatou Ceesay’s, highlighting the importance of promoting positive attitudes towards migration.
