Episode 2024-09-19
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Today's Stories

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**Government Launches Study on Madrassah and Majalis**

The government has initiated a study to better understand the structure and impact of Madrassah and Majalis, highlighting the importance of religious education in national development. https://foroyaa.net/government-launch-study-on-madrassah-majalis/ --- **Weather Today in Gambia** - Partly sunny with a high of 30°C and a low of 25°C. - **Sunrise:** 6:52 AM -...
Foroyaa
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**Gambia Police Probe UK Charity Exposed by Investigation**

The Gambia Police Force has launched an investigation into a UK charity exposed by a recent report from The Republic, examining allegations of misconduct. https://standard.gm/gambia-police-probe-uk-charity-exposed-by-the-republic-investigation/
The Standard
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**The Gambia Profits from Senegambia Bridge as Finance Minister Reports D15.5 Million Payout**

The Gambia has benefited from the Senegambia Bridge, with the Finance Minister updating lawmakers on a D15.5 million payout generated from toll collections. https://www.gambiaj.com/the-gambia-cashes-in-on-senegambia-bridge-finance-minister-updates-lawmakers-on-15-5-million-payout/
The Gambia Journal
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**Finance Minister Tasked to Explain OIC Vehicle Procurement**

The Finance Minister has been tasked with clarifying the procurement process for OIC vehicles amid questions regarding transparency and expenditure. https://standard.gm/finance-minister-tasked-to-explain-oic-vehicle-procurement-process/
The Standard
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**Brikama Area Council to Procure Eleven Trucks Worth D77 Million**

The Brikama Area Council has announced plans to procure eleven trucks worth D77 million to enhance waste management and improve municipal services. https://fatunetwork.net/brikama-area-council-to-procure-eleven-trucks-worth-d77-million/
Fatu Network
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**Production of Driver’s Licenses Resumes in The Gambia**

After a prolonged suspension, the production of driver's licenses in The Gambia has resumed, addressing a critical need for drivers across the country. https://www.gambiaj.com/production-of-drivers-licenses-resumes-in-the-gambia-after-prolonged-suspension/
The Gambia Journal
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**ECOWAS Immigration Chiefs to Meet in Banjul**

ECOWAS immigration chiefs are set to meet in Banjul to discuss regional security, migration management, and collaborative initiatives among member states. https://standard.gm/ecowas-immigration-chiefs-to-meet-in-banjul/
The Standard
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**National Assembly Ratifies Agreement for WAFU Zone A Headquarters**

The National Assembly has ratified an agreement to host the WAFU Zone A headquarters in The Gambia, marking a significant achievement in regional sports administration. https://fatunetwork.net/the-national-assembly-ratified-the-agreement-for-hosting-the-wafu-zone-a-headquarters-in-the-gambia/
Fatu Network
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**Tangara Explains Fate of Recalled Diplomats**

Foreign Minister Tangara provided an update on diplomats who were recalled due to various scandals, explaining the steps taken in the aftermath of their return. https://standard.gm/tangara-explains-fate-of-diplomats-recalled-over-scandals/
The Standard
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**Guinea’s Most Wanted Fugitive Pivi Arrested in Liberia**

Guinea-Conakry's most wanted fugitive, Pivi, has been arrested in Liberia, ending a long manhunt that crossed international borders. https://www.gambiaj.com/guinea-conakrys-most-wanted-fugitive-pivi-arrested-in-liberia/
The Gambia Journal