Cruise Tourism Boost: The Regatta Majuro docked in Banjul with about 570 passengers, and the Gambia Tourism Board says the visit is spreading income beyond one area—tour operators, transport, markets, restaurants and souvenir sellers all benefit. Tourism Growth Roadmaps: A tourism and creative industries validation workshop in The Gambia, supported by the EU, produced new roadmaps aimed at making the sectors more competitive and inclusive, with a focus on MSMEs, women and youth. Sister City Move: Greenville’s council approved a sister-city proclamation with Banjul, after a proposal to explore shared Gambia–Mississippi Delta history through culture, farming and music links. Arts & Culture Abroad: Gambian visual artist Anna Isatou Bah begins a residency in Spain (from Banjul to Barcelona) and continues in Tenerife, with plans to return and expand arts teaching in Sanyang and Fajara. Regional Integration for Travelers: ECOWAS leaders met to push trade and border cooperation, including reforms meant to speed up movement across the region. Immigration Law Update: The proposed Gambia Immigration Bill 2026 would give officers final say on entry even with valid visas, alongside tougher penalties for migrant smuggling.