Innovarx shutdown for ‘allegedly’ violating medicine regulations
The Medicines Control Agency closed Innovarx Global Health due to CEO Dr. Ismail Badjie’s noncompliance, including obstruction of inspectors and refusal to follow regulations regarding confiscated illegally imported medicines, citing public safety concerns. Dr. Badjie attributed the closure to arbitrary penalties and claimed targeted censure, underscoring broader regulatory challenges in The Gambia’s healthcare sector.
Senegal, Gambia aim to streamline customs Cooperation
Senegalese and Gambian customs officials met in Banjul to enhance collaboration and address border issues, pledging joint actions and planning remote control bureaus for improved trade and security, with Senegal inviting Gambia for further collaboration, signaling renewed cooperation.
NHRC urges the government to research children’s welfare
NHRC Chair Joof urged Gambian research on children’s welfare, emphasizing accountability. He highlighted the PAPEV project, calling for studies on child labor, substance abuse. Challenges persist, including FGM, child marriage, needing stronger enforcement, support for disabled kids.
