New direct route for travellers: ValueJet says it is launching direct Accra–Lagos and Accra–Banjul services, aiming to cut travel friction and boost access to The Gambia’s beaches and growing tourism scene. Tourism skills for women and youth: She Trades Gambia Hub graduates 31 women entrepreneurs and trains 13 trainers under an EU-backed programme to help tourism and creative-sector businesses pitch to buyers and unlock new opportunities. Sports and community facilities: President Adama Barrow inaugurated the O.J. Jallow Memorial Mini Stadium in Serrekunda, upgrading the former Mboyo Field into a multi-sport hub for youth and local recreation. Gambia-China governance focus: A China-hosted seminar included participants from The Gambia, pledging to apply lessons on ethnic governance, unity and inclusive development. Apostille treaty for easier travel documents: MPs approved a move to simplify authentication of public documents for use abroad, replacing multiple consular steps with a single apostille certificate. Regional integration push: ECOWAS meetings in The Gambia set priorities for 2026–2027, including trade facilitation and cross-border project coordination.