The Oasis Network has completed a two-week intensive Bible translation programme into sign language for the deaf community in The Gambia. The programme, which brought together both Muslim and Christian participants, was aimed at enhancing their understanding of the Bible and improving their sign language communication skills. The initiative also revealed a strong connection between Gambian sign language and Dutch sign language, which was used to ensure effective communication of the Bible's message.

Lang Balla Sawo, the suspended president of the Gambia Dock and Maritime Workers Union, has petitioned the Banjul High Court to order the Gambia Ports Authority to pay him D1 million for alleged wrongful interference in his office. Sawo is also seeking a declaration that his suspension is null and void, and that his removal from the board of directors of the Dock Labour Company, Gambia Limited, is unlawful. He is further demanding that the defendants vacate his office and pay all dividends due to him by the Gambia Ports Authority.

The Oasis Network has concluded a two-week intensive Bible translation program in sign language for the hearing-impaired community in The Gambia. The initiative, which included both Muslim and Christian participants, was led by Karamakho Danfokho, a sign language expert from the U.S., and aimed to enhance the understanding of the Bible among the deaf community. The program also revealed a strong connection between Gambian sign language and Dutch sign language.

A recent agreement between The Gambia and Spain, allowing for legal migration of 50 Gambian labourers to Spain, has sparked controversy. Critics argue that the Gambian government has failed to create sufficient domestic job opportunities, leading to dissatisfaction among citizens. Meanwhile, activist Yahya Sonko has accused the government of a lack of transparency regarding the agreement, leading to confusion and unrealistic expectations among the youth.

The Republic of Gambia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kingdom of Spain to recruit Gambians for work in Spain, with the Gambia government starting the distribution of application forms. The applicants must be Gambian nationals aged between 25 and 50, with a valid passport and experience in agriculture, particularly fruit picking and handling. The final selection will be determined through an interview process involving the Spanish Office of Labour, Migration and Social Security officials, the Spanish Embassy in The Gambia, and the Spanish employer.

The Gambia will host the Inter-Regional African Ministerial Meeting on Anti-Doping in Sports, which aims to strengthen ethical standards and foster collaboration in African sports governance. Minister of Youth and Sports Bakary Badjie emphasized the event's importance for The Gambia and its commitment to transparency and ethical practices.