Gambian health workers have raised concerns about the challenges they face in treating patients addicted to 'Kush', a synthetic cannabinoid. They highlighted the growing health crisis and called for more resources and support to manage the situation effectively. https://fatunetwork.net/health-workers-speak-on-the-dilemma-of-treating-kush-patients/

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) held a daylong forum focused on promoting the rights of elderly persons. The event brought together stakeholders to discuss strategies and policies aimed at improving the quality of life for older adults in The Gambia. https://fatunetwork.net/nhrc-holds-daylong-stakeholder-forum-on-promoting-rights-of-elderly-persons/

A community member in Basse has confessed to the murder of 14-year-old Yusuf Samareh. The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting calls for justice and greater efforts to address violence among youths. https://www.gambiaj.com/basse-community-member-confesses-to-murder-of-14-year-old-yusuf-samareh/

Madi Taal, a well-known Gambian activist, received an award from a Pan-African group in recognition of his contributions to social justice and human rights. The award highlights his efforts to advocate for the rights of marginalized communities in The Gambia and across Africa. https://standard.gm/pan-african-group-awards-activists-madi-taal/

Recent findings by Afrobarometer indicate that a significant majority of Gambians support the adoption of a new constitution, viewing it as a necessary step for democratic governance and institutional reform. https://foroyaa.net/majority-of-gambians-in-strong-support-of-new-constitution-afrobarometer-reveals/

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and The Gambia met to discuss joint Arab-Islamic efforts to support the Palestinian cause. The meeting emphasized the importance of solidarity among Muslim countries in addressing issues affecting the Palestinian people. https://www.gambiaj.com/saudi-and-gambian-foreign-ministers-discuss-joint-arab-islamic-efforts-on-palestine-issue/ --- ### Weather Today in Gambia (August 22, 2024) - **Forecast**: Partly...

President Adama Barrow is set to attend the China-Africa Cooperation Forum, where he is expected to discuss bilateral trade agreements and development projects with Chinese officials. https://standard.gm/barrow-off-to-china-africa-forum/

The United Democratic Party (UDP) has called on the government to withdraw the current draft constitution, labeling it as “unacceptable.” The party argues that the draft fails to reflect the will and aspirations of the Gambian people. https://standard.gm/udp-tells-govt-to-withdraw-unacceptable-draft-constitution/

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is facing challenges in its bid to introduce a single currency, known as the ECO, after recent economic assessments revealed major hurdles. https://www.gambiaj.com/ecowas-faces-major-setback-in-single-currency-initiative-as-eco-plan-stumbles/