Episode 2024-09-23
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Today's Stories

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**Nigeria Negotiates Over 5,000km Gas Pipeline Project Benefiting Gambia**

Nigeria is negotiating a massive 5,000km gas pipeline project, which includes potential benefits for The Gambia, enhancing energy security in the region. https://standard.gm/nigeria-negotiates-over-5000km-gas-pipeline-project-that-benefits-gambia/
The Standard
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**Gambia’s Debt Stands at D110 Billion**

Gambia’s public debt has reached D110 billion, raising concerns about the country's economic stability and future financial management. https://standard.gm/gambias-debt-stands-at-d110bln/
The Standard
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**150 Decomposed Bodies of Backway Migrants Found off Senegalese Coast**

A tragic discovery of 150 decomposed bodies of migrants was made off the coast of Senegal, highlighting the ongoing risks of illegal migration. https://www.gambiaj.com/150-decomposed-bodies-of-backway-migrants-discovered-in-a-drifting-canoe-off-senegalese-coast/
The Gambia Journal
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**NaNA Conducts Cash Transfers to Nafa Program Beneficiaries**

The National Nutrition Agency (NaNA) has started cash transfers to beneficiaries of the Nafa Program, aiming to provide financial relief to vulnerable communities. https://standard.gm/nana-conducts-cash-transfers-to-nafa-program-beneficiaries/
The Standard
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**Gambia to Mark First International Day of Soninke Language**

Gambia will celebrate the first International Day of the Soninke language, highlighting efforts to preserve and promote this significant cultural heritage. https://standard.gm/gambia-to-mark-first-international-day-of-soninke-language/
The Standard
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**Gambia Advances with Hybrid Court for Jammeh-Era Crimes**

Gambia is pressing ahead with plans to establish a hybrid court for crimes committed during the Jammeh era, despite objections from the ECOWAS Parliament. https://www.gambiaj.com/gambia-presses-ahead-with-hybrid-court-for-jammeh-era-crimes-despite-ecowas-parliament-obstacle/
The Gambia Journal
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**GIZ Engages Police on Community Policing Strategy**

GIZ has initiated engagements with the Gambian police on a community policing strategy, aiming to enhance security and collaboration between police and local communities. https://foroyaa.net/giz-engages-police-on-community-policing-strategy/
Foroyaa
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**Gov’t Clarifies Decision on Abuko Nature Reserve**

The Gambian government has clarified its stance regarding the Abuko Nature Reserve, aiming to address public concerns about the reserve's future. https://standard.gm/govt-clarifies-decision-on-abuko-nature-reserve/
The Standard
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**National Assembly Members Adopt Agriculture Committee’s Report**

The National Assembly Members have adopted the Agriculture Committee’s report following visits to various community storage facilities (Seccos). https://www.kerrfatou.com/nams-adopt-agriculture-committees-report-following-seccos-visit/ --- **Weather Today in Gambia** - Partly sunny with a high of 31°C and a low of 26°C. A chance of scattered showers in the afternoon. - **Sunrise:** 6:50 AM -...
Kerr Fatou
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**Jammeh Ally Mohammad Bazzi Pleads Guilty to Terrorism Financing Charges in the U.S.**

Mohammad Bazzi, a known ally of former President Jammeh, has pleaded guilty to terrorism financing charges in the U.S., underscoring ongoing legal battles involving Gambian figures. https://www.gambiaj.com/jammeh-ally-and-hezbollah-financier-mohammad-bazzi-pleads-guilty-in-u-s-to-terrorism-financing-charges/
The Gambia Journal