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Gambian Lawmaker Honoured Among Africa’s Health Champions at Nairobi Summit
Hon. Modou Lamin B. Bah has been recognised among six African lawmakers honoured by the French National Assembly for their leadership and advocacy in advancing health equity across the continent. The recognition was announced during the Franco-Kenyan/African Parliamentary Appeal for…
Guinea-Bissau Ambassador Joins Opening of Landmark African Human Rights Session in Banjul
Hon. Luis Domingos Camara de Barros on Monday joined dignitaries, diplomats and human rights leaders at the opening ceremony of the 87th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights in Banjul. The high-level event, held on…
“Africa Cannot Afford Empty Promises”: Gambia’s Justice Minister Delivers Powerful Challenge to African Leaders at ACHPR Opening
The opening of the 87th Ordinary session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights was anything but ceremonial after Dawda A. Jallow delivered a hard-hitting and emotionally charged address warning that Africa’s human rights institutions risk losing credibility…
Civil Society Calls for Stronger Human Rights Protection at Regional NGOs
The NGOs Forum preceding the 87th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) concluded in Banjul with renewed calls for stronger protection of human rights, expanded civic space, and greater accountability across Africa. The three-day…
Tensions Rise Between Senegal’s President and Prime Minister Over Party Direction
A growing political rift is emerging at the top leadership of Senegal, as differences between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko become increasingly public. The tensions escalated after President Faye warned that the ruling PASTEF party risks…
Kel Ansars Council Calls for Unity, Vigilance Amid Tensions in Mali
The General Council of the Kel Ansars and Allies has issued a strong communiqué urging unity, discipline, and national cohesion as Mali navigates a period of uncertainty. In the statement released on April 30, 2026, in Bamako, the council emphasized…
UTG Holds Largest-Ever Convocation, Graduates Over 1,600 Students
The University of The Gambia (UTG) today marked a major milestone as it conferred degrees on more than 1,600 graduates during its 18th Convocation Ceremony—the largest in the institution’s history. The ceremony was presided over by Chancellor and President of…
GRTS Journalist Resigns, Cites Political Pressure and Forced Redeployment
By CTV Africa A journalist with the Gambia Radio and Television Services (GRTS), Omar P. Jallow, has resigned from his position, alleging that his recent redeployment from the Office of the Vice President was politically motivated and influenced by events…
Curfew Imposed in Bamako Following Security Concerns
Authorities in Bamako have announced a 72-hour curfew across the district amid rising security concerns and the need to maintain public order. The decision, issued by the Governor of the District of Bamako, Abdoulaye Coulibaly, takes immediate effect from April…