UN condemns ruthless Russian missile strikes, 37 killed
Russian missile strikes rained down on cities across Ukraine on Monday, resulting in the deaths of at least 37 people...
Month: July 2024
Remarkable achievements of Gambian icons: Youssou N’Dour, Professor James N’Dow, and Gina Bass
Three outstanding Gambians have recently garnered international recognition for their remarkable achievements in the fields of music, academia, and athletics....
NASENI trains Osun youth in modern shoemaking, tailoring
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has kickstarted a groundbreaking skills acquisition programme aimed at empowering the...
Mayor Lowe represents Gambia at China-Africa Local Government Forum in Guangzhou
Mayor Malick Lowe of Banjul has shared her exhilarating experience from the 5th China-Africa Local Government Forum via her Facebook...
Shooting stuns Wellingara school, Gambian police launch thorough investigation
Wellingara Lower Basic School was thrust into chaos following a shooting incident that has left the community in shock and...
Gambia: Protesters occupy National Assembly, demand rejection of controversial salaries, pensions bill
In a powerful display of unity and determination, protesters have taken control of the National Assembly in The Gambia, demanding...
Botswana stands firm, rejects UK’s asylum proposal
Botswana recently rejected a proposal from the United Kingdom to accept asylum seekers, a decision that has resonated deeply across...
ECOWAS threatens to suspend funding for Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger due to withdrawal
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has issued a strong warning to Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. The...
Tinubu re-elected as ECOWAS chairman, pledges continued commitment to democratic values
President Bola Tinubu has been re-elected as the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) during the...
France: PM Gabriel Attal offers resignation after election defeat
In the wake of a stunning electoral defeat, French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has announced his decision to tender his...
ECOWAS ministers convene in Abuja to review progress on new headquarters
In a significant step towards bolstering regional integration and socio-economic development, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Ad-Hoc...
South African Airways crowned ‘Cleanest Airline in Africa 2024’
South African Airways (SAA) has been honored with the title of 'Cleanest Airline in Africa 2024' by Skytrax, a globally...
Formation of Confederation of Sahel States: A new era of unity and defense
The presidents of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have officially announced the creation of the Confederation of Sahel States, known...
Gambia: Anti-crime unit intensifies patrols, crackdown in Banjul
The Anti-Crime Unit (ACU) of the Gambia Police Force has ramped up its operations across several key locations in the...
ECOWAS defers Gambia’s Special Tribunal proposal
The quest for justice in The Gambia has encountered a significant delay as the Economic Community of West African States...
Grassroots voices echo across Gambia
In an unprecedented move aimed at fostering inclusive and constructive national discourse, the Office of the President, under the vigilant...
Zambia Airways inaugurates twice-weekly flights connecting Lusaka with Dar es Salaam, Nairobi
In a move set to transform regional connectivity and bolster diplomatic ties, Zambia Airways has officially launched its twice-weekly flight...
Gambian minister refutes opposition leader’s allegations on land allocated to President Barrow
The Ministry of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs has firmly responded to comments made by opposition leader, Lawyer Ousainou...
Namibian authorities expel Zambian ‘prophetess’ over alleged fake miracles, financial exploitation
Namibian immigration authorities expelled a self-styled Zambian Pentecostal celebrity known to her followers as Prophetess Naise, following allegations of staging...
ECOWAS ministers convene for 52nd session to address regional peace, security
In a pivotal gathering aimed at addressing pressing security challenges and fostering peace across West Africa, the 52nd Regular Session...
From football field to farmland: Seydou Keita launches agro-industrial complex in Mali
In a move that marries the worlds of sports and agriculture, former Malian international footballer Seydou Keita has officially inaugurated...
Tanzania welcomes fresh fleet of electric locomotives for July 2024 SGR launch
The United Republic of Tanzania has made a significant stride towards modernizing its transportation infrastructure with the recent arrival of...
“Bloat or necessity?” — Ramaphosa’s expanded cabinet faces backlash
The recent cabinet expansion of South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has ignited a firestorm of criticism from various quarters, including...
Belarus unveils nuclear-capable arsenal
In a display of military might and solidarity, Belarus showcased its nuclear-capable missile systems and unmanned aerial vehicles during an...
Ghanaian chef Smith arrested for forging guinness World Record certificate
Ghanaian chef Ebenezer Smith, popularly known as Millennium Chef Smith, has been arrested for fabricating a Guinness World Record certificate...
India: 116 lives lost in devastating stampede at Hathras religious event
A stampede at a Hindu religious gathering in the Hathras district of northern India has claimed the lives of at...
President Barrow congratulates Ghazouani on re-election in Mauritania
President Adama Barrow of The Gambia has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani of the...
FARI 2025: African youth to drive innovation, entrepreneurship in Benin
The second edition of the Forum for African Research and Innovation (FARI) is set to take place in Benin from...
ECOWAS hosts capacity building workshop in Gambia
The ECOWAS Commission, through its Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs, organized a crucial three-day capacity-building workshop in The Gambia...
Nonceba Mhlauli becomes South Africa’s youngest appointed minister
South Africa's political landscape is making history with the appointment of Ms. Nonceba Mhlauli as the youngest minister in the...
Danish Giant Vestas to invest €600m in manufacturing plant in Egypt
In a significant boost to Egypt's renewable energy sector, Danish wind turbine industry leader Vestas has announced plans to establish...
Mayor of Banjul celebrates progress on Crab Island, unveils new football pitch
Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, has shared exciting updates about the city's development. His Worship Mayor Medina José Lobato, along...
Gambia: Anti-crime unit targets kush trade, theft in Banjul
The Anti-Crime Unit has ramped up its efforts against criminal activities in the Greater Banjul Area, with a special focus...
South Africa: President Ramaphosa announces opposition leader John Steenhuisen as Agriculture Minister
In a landmark move aimed at fostering political unity and diversity in South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Democratic...
Gambian politician Essa Faal denounces proposed salary increases as “betrayal of public trust”
In a stirring declaration, prominent Gambian politician and human rights advocate Essa Mbye Faal has voiced vehement opposition to the...