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Gambia’s Sheikh Tejan Nyang calls for stronger CARICOM–ECOWAS tourism, cultural ties at Montego Bay forum
In a powerful presentation, he urged Caribbean and West African nations to collaborate more deeply through tourism, vocational education, and cultural exchange laying the groundwork for a future of shared prosperity, heritage preservation, and...

Invest in People: Chinonso Recommends Strategic Capacity Building for Gambia’s Tourism Sector
Tourism remains a vital pillar of The Gambia’s economy, offering immense potential for growth, employment, and international recognition. But for “The Smiling Coast of Africa” to truly become a top-tier destination in West Africa, the focus must...

Introducing Yasai Joof: The Gambia’s First Acrobatic Rock ‘n’ Roll Dance Sports Coach
By: Bakary Ceesay Yasai Joof, Creative Director at Flex Fuzion Entertainment and Dance Academy, has made history as The Gambia’s first Acrobatic Rock ‘n’ Roll Dance Sports coach. Her groundbreaking achievements have not only advanced the nation’s...

The Gambia Minister of Lands Hamat Bah.
According to The Former Minister of Tourism & Arts Culture and Now The Minister of Lands declares to build 10.000 affordable Houses in Gambia in December 2025. This Minister Hamat Bah was supposed to build Eco Lodges for The people of Gambia. The...

Gambia scales up gender security action with AU-aligned monitoring training
Organised by the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare, the five-day training is being held at Tamala Beach Resort from July 7 to 11, 2025. The...

Wakanow unveils Prime Club, promising unmatched end-to-end luxury travel for Nigerians
Leading travel technology company Wakanow.com has launched its premium membership offering, the Wakanow Prime Club, designed to redefine luxury travel experiences for high-net-worth individuals across Nigeria.Speaking at the exclusive launch...

Gambian youth discover opportunities in engineering, welding
Gambian youth are increasingly finding opportunities in engineering and welding through technical and vocational training programmes. The programmes are aimed at equipping young people with practical skills in various fields, including welding and...

Security, strategic national interest, economic & trade diplomacy: The key to shaping Gambia’s foreign policy
- Advertisement - By Andrew Sylva In the rapidly evolving global political landscape, the Republic of The Gambia faces both challenges and opportunities in shaping a foreign policy that truly reflects its national aspirations. Foreign policy is no...

Horny Brit grans told 'stop holidaying in our country – look for toyboys elsewhere'
Horny British grans flocking to The Gambia on the prowl for toyboys have been urged to holiday elsewhere — as government officials beg for "quality tourists". The small West African nation has such a reputation for promiscuous pensioners seeking...

Sheikh Tejan Nyang Champions Stronger Afro-Caribbean Ties Through Tourism at CARICOM Forum
By: Yunus S. Saliu Sheikh A. TejanNyang, renowned tourism consultant and Head of the Institute of Travel and Tourism of The Gambia (ITTOG) delivered a compelling presentation at the 49th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting – Tourism Forum,...

Gambian Migrant Workers to Sign Contracts Following Probation in Saudi Arabia
By Assan Bah Baboucarr Osmaila O. Joof, the Minister for Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment (MoTIE), announced to Members of the National Assembly on Wednesday, July 3, 2025, that the probation period for the first group of...

Georgia Africa Legislative Caucus says proposed travel ban will hurt the U.S.
On Wednesday in Atlanta, members of the Georgia Africa Legislative Caucus gathered at the state capitol to ask Secretary of State Marco Rubio to reconsider a potential travel ban for some African countries. In June, President Donald Trump’s...

The Gambia 2026: A nation’s reckoning, a Republic reborn (Part 2)
- Advertisement - By Dr Lamin K Janneh V. Institutional collapse: governance as ritual, not reality Institutions in The Gambia have become sacred in name but hollow in function. Public service is no longer a mission; it is a mechanism for resource...

Veronic Aisha Malack: The Gambian Trailblazer Redefining Women’s Football
- Advertisement - By: Muhammed Lamin Drammeh In the sun-drenched streets of Abuko, The Gambia, a young Veronic Aisha Malack chased a football with a defiance that would define her life. Surrounded by brothers and sisters, she kicked up dust on...

Georgia lawmakers address possible U.S. travel restrictions affecting African-Caribbean nations
El-Mahdi Holly, Democrat 116 | Official U.S. House headshotEl-Mahdi Holly, Democrat 116 | Official U.S. House headshot State Representative El-Mahdi Holly, along with members of the Georgia Africa Legislative Caucus, is set to hold a press...

The U.S. Is About To Slap The World's Most Positive Country With A Travel Ban
The "New American Travel Anxiety" is real, and it's not limited to foreigners planning to visit the U.S. amid the Trump administration's controversial border policies. Experts also revealed that Trump's tariffs are impacting almost half of...

Gambia Moves to Modernize Transport Laws with Historic Road Bill Validation
By: Yunus S. Saliu In a significant step toward modernizing the country’s outdated transport laws, the Ministry of Transport, Works, and Infrastructure (MoTWI) on Wednesday commenced a two-day external validation workshop for the draft Gambia Road...

China Renews Support for Gambia’s Healthcare With Arrival of New Medical Team
By: Binta Jaiteh The Government of the People’s Republic of China has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening The Gambia’s healthcare sector with the official handover of a new Chinese medical team. The transition ceremony, held Friday at the...

Gambia to Inaugurate Sanyang Seaport July 5 — Ports MD Ousman Jobarteh
- Advertisement - By Michaella Faith Wright The Managing Director of the Gambia Ports Authority (GPA), Ousman Jobarteh, has disclosed that the official inauguration of the Sanyang Seaport will take place on July 5, 2025. He made the announcement...
Gambian workers deployed to Spain to receive €1000 per month
He confirmed that the recruitment of employees bound for both Saudi and Spain had been completed, and that the workers have now started their new jobs. “Salaries for those in Saudi Arabia are paid through their recruitment agencies. The Trade...