Daily Gambian News Summary
Episode 2025-03-03
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Today's Stories

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TENSION BREWING AGAIN IN GUNJUR, BERENDING LAND DISPUTE – The Standard Newspaper

Tension rises in Gunjur and Berending over a longstanding land dispute, with both sides claiming ownership. Government task force recommendations remain unimplemented, sparking concerns and rival press conferences. Gunjur residents express frustration over inaction, while Berending insists on their legal claim to the disputed land.
The Standard
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State Institutions Given Ultimatum To Submit Financial Statements For Audit – The Standard Newspaper

The National Audit Office has set a deadline of 31 March for public institutions to submit financial statements, aiming to tackle delays and improve transparency and accountability in financial reporting to the National Assembly.
The Standard
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Senegal To Summon Ex-president Sall To Court – The Standard Newspaper

Senegal plans to summon ex-president Macky Sall to court over alleged financial mismanagement revealed by the audit office. Sall, ruling from 2012 to 2024, faces accusations of invalidating official figures, leading to increased debt and deficits.
The Standard
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Equatorial Guinea And The Jammeh Equation – The Standard Newspaper

Prospects of trying former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh are strengthened by plans for an ECOWAS-backed court, but challenges remain in extraditing him from Equatorial Guinea. Equatorial Guinea's president may need to decide on potential extradition.
The Standard
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NRP Kingpin Asks Gov't To Split CRR Into 2 Regions – The Standard Newspaper

Dam Touray of the National Reconciliation Party has urged the ministry of local government to split Central River Region into North and South, with a governor for each. He argues that the current structure hinders efficient administration.
The Standard
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Barrow Unveils D396M Scholarships To TVET Students – The Standard Newspaper

President Barrow of The Gambia launches D396,761,321.50 disbursement for Skills, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Fund Training Grants to 25 TVET institutions. The project aims to build a skilled workforce for economic development, with scholarships covering tuition and stipends.
The Standard
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Gambian Lawyers To Benefit From Country's First Legal Incubator – The Standard Newspaper

Dr. Fatou Baldeh and Fulbright Specialist Fred Rooney are collaborating to establish The Gambia's first legal incubator, providing enhanced training for lawyers to start their own law offices and improve access to justice for vulnerable groups.
The Standard
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Irish College Students To Visit Gambia – The Standard Newspaper

Portlaoise College students and teachers are gearing up for a trip to The Gambia to support local schools and community projects, continuing a partnership established in 2011. They will enhance school facilities, provide educational resources, and engage with students, building on previous successes.
The Standard
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Nursery School Children Lead 60th Independence Anniversary Celebration – The Standard Newspaper

The National Association of Early Childhood Educators in The Gambia celebrated the 60th Independence Anniversary with a patriotic march led by nursery school children, showcasing cultural heritage and national pride through colourful performances and representation of national leaders to foster a sense of belonging and leadership in youth.
The Standard
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Principal Urges ChildFund To Increase Support For Students – The Standard Newspaper

Principal Ebrima Kassama urges ChildFund to expand the student cash transfer project to include more students, emphasizing the positive impact on school enrollment and academic performance in The Gambia.
The Standard
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Law Enforcement Officers Trained On Human Rights – The Standard Newspaper

The NHRC and British High Commission trained Gambian law enforcement on human rights and SGBV handling, addressing TRRC findings on gender equality gaps, emphasizing the importance of security sector reforms and justice for survivors.
The Standard
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GNOC President Elected Member Of The ANOCA Zone 2 Committee – The Standard Newspaper

Bai Dodou Jallow, president of the Gambia National Olympics Committee, elected to ANOCA Zone 2 executive board during a meeting in Bamako, Mali. His election signifies The Gambia's increased influence in the African Olympic movement.
The Standard
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Musa Barrow Among Saudi Pro League's Top Scorers – The Standard Newspaper

Gambia's Musa Barrow shines in Saudi Pro League, ranking among top 10 goal scorers for 2024/2025 with 12 goals from open play. His clinical finishing stands out as the only player in top 10 not scoring from penalties, showcasing his prowess in active gameplay
The Standard
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CHAN-GAMBIA DRAWS HOME LEG IN PLAYOFFS – The Standard Newspaper

The Gambia's goalless draw against Gabon in the African Nations Championships playoffs marked a strong start, with striker Musa Ceesay's early goal disallowed. Gabon struggled to break through the Gambian defense, setting up a decisive second leg match in Franceville.
The Standard
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A World In Turmoil While Gambians Squabble Over Local Politics – The Standard Newspaper

The return of Donald Trump has sparked geopolitical chaos, unraveling Western unity and intensifying the Russia-NATO conflict. Trump's transactional approach to Ukraine's NATO ambitions and mineral resources reveals a profit-driven foreign policy, impacting global economies and fueling nationalist movements.
The Standard
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Imam Baba Leigh Advocates Salary Increase For Workers To Meet Soaring Costs – The Fatu Network

Imam Baba Leigh advocates for salary increases for low-income workers amidst rising commodity prices, emphasizing the importance of helping those in need beyond religious duties, urging companies to pay fair wages and business owners to show empathy towards struggling individuals.
Fatu Network
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Female Journalists Trained On Gender-Sensitive Reporting And SGBV Coverage – The Fatu Network

The Women Journalists Association of The Gambia, in partnership with the Gambia Press Union, conducted a training for 25 female journalists on gender-sensitive reporting and ethical journalism, with a focus on sexual and gender-based violence. Emphasis was placed on amplifying women's voices and advocating for issues affecting
Fatu Network
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Imam Baba Leigh Advocates Salary Increase For Workers To Meet Soaring Costs – The Fatu Network

Imam Baba Leigh advocates for salary increases for low-income workers to counter rising living costs, stressing the importance of assisting those in need beyond religious practices. He urges businesses to empathize with struggling earners and calls for compassion and assistance from those with means.
Fatu Network
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Female Journalists Trained On Gender-Sensitive Reporting And SGBV Coverage – The Fatu Network

The Women Journalists Association of The Gambia and the Gambia Press Union held a two-day training program for 25 female journalists, focusing on gender-sensitive reporting, ethical journalism, and SGBV issues. Emphasis was placed on amplifying women's voices and advocating for societal concerns.
Fatu Network
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The Gambia JournalGPF Investigates Officers Over Unprofessional Conduct Caught on Camera

The Gambia Police Force is investigating officers captured in a video displaying "grossly unprofessional conduct," leading to the officers being ordered to report for further investigation by the Human Rights and Professional Standards Unit. The incident, involving aggressive behavior and insults towards an elderly man, went viral, prompting the GPF
Gambia Journal
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The Gambia JournalECOWAS-UN Mission Abruptly Leaves Guinea-Bissau Amid Expulsion Threats

ECOWAS and UNOWAS mission hastily leaves Guinea-Bissau after President Embaló's threat to expel delegation amid tensions over electoral roadmap. Concerns rise over transparency in upcoming elections and ECOWAS's mediation role. Political tensions deepen as regional observers question ECOWAS's influence.
Gambia Journal
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Notorious Jungler Sanna Manjang to be arrested

Sanna Manjang, a former member of the Gambia Armed Forces, is accused of heinous crimes during Yahya Jammeh's regime and is linked to the notorious "Junglers" assassination squad. A bench warrant has been issued for his arrest following a formal request by the police,
The Point
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P2-P2RS to support CRR farmers to boost rice production in dry season

Stakeholder engagements in Sapu and Kuntaur involving agricultural directorates, farmers, and project officials focused on planned ploughing services for smallholders, aiming to clarify project details, build community ownership, and enhance farmer support for optimized production capacities, emphasizing consensus-building and participation.
The Point
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25 Female journalists trained on gender sensitive reporting

The "Empower Her Voice Project" equips female journalists in The Gambia with tools for gender-sensitive reporting, aiming to amplify women's voices and promote ethical journalism. Led by WoJAG, the initiative emphasizes the importance of women journalists leading conversations on women's rights and experiences.
The Point