President Adama Barrow lays foundation stone for Bertil Harding Highway phase three project, enhancing road infrastructure in The Gambia. Project includes additional lanes, pedestrian walkways, and overpass bridge, financed by government and development partners. Islamic Development Bank commits significant funding.

Senegal's Niokolo-Koba National Park faces critical endangerment of lions due to illegal trade driven by belief in mystical animal skin talismans, with Panthera's report revealing lion and leopard parts sold in 80% of markets surveyed. Enhanced protections struggle against poachers, highlighting the need

Senegalese authorities target Amadou Sall, son of former President Macky Sall, and businessman Racine Sy in the 125 billion CFA francs financial scandal probe, linking them to fraud, embezzlement, and money laundering involving 91 billion CFA francs

Brikama Area Council chairman disbursed D28 million as ward development funds to 28 elected councillors in the West Coast Region, aiming to address challenges like waste management and infrastructure, with the funds sourced from tax revenues and not external grants.

Senegal's Court of Auditors' financial review revealed misreported economic data by the previous government, leading to a drop in sovereign Eurobonds. The audit uncovered high debt levels and irregularities, prompting Senegal to address fiscal concerns and enhance financial controls.

Former Gambia Revenue Authority employee, Fatou Secka, faces charges at Bundung Magistrates’ Court for obtaining money by false pretence, having allegedly scammed individuals in separate incidents totaling D5.25 million; she pleads not guilty and is granted bail.