Gambia Cancels Diaspora Club’s D7M Maternity Ward Project
The Gambian government revoked its approval for the Diaspora Club’s $7.2 million maternity ward project in Chamen just months after initially endorsing it, causing disappointment among club leaders and local expectant mothers amid claims of political motives.
Abubakary Jawara Awarded Gambian of The Year
Alhaji Abubakary Jawara, CEO of Gach Global, was awarded The Standard newspaper’s Gambian of the Year title for his exceptional philanthropic contributions and business success, both in The Gambia and internationally, with accolades emphasizing his impact on health, education, and economic challenges.
Gambia NAMs will Receive D81.8M for Clothing and Other Allowances in 2025
The National Assembly Members in The Gambia have been allocated a total budget of D81,840,000 for 2025, covering various allowances including residential, robing, telephone, house rent, sitting, car, constituency, clothing, and responsibility, with specific allocations for the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, majority and minority leaders, and their deputies.
WFD Validates Concept Note for National Grain Reserve Project
The Ministry of Agriculture, in partnership with the WFP, held a validation workshop on the National Grain Reserve Project to enhance food security and resilience in The Gambia, addressing alarming poverty and hunger levels while aligning with regional and national strategies.
