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The Gambian music scene is buzzing this week following the release of the official music video for "Goated." Produced by the prolific Diamond Giddem, the track is a masterclass in local artistry, blending sharp lyricism with top-tier production. The visuals are world-class, featuring clean cinematography and a high-energy aesthetic that justifies the track's ambitious title. What makes this release particularly compelling is the story of the men behind the microphones.

Edition: Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:49 PM His dedication to the craft is evident in his approach to every shoot. By blending modern, high-end aesthetics with the authentic heartbeat of the streets, he consistently sets the bar for what a Gambian production should look like. Whenever ST is at work, the industry knows something significant is on the horizon.

Gambian artists are no longer confined to local airwaves, as they continue to make waves beyond the borders targeting the global stage. Recent footage emerging from Italy shows how the Diaspora and international fans are embracing our rhythm. Seeing An2 Adi Sparky on tour, shooting high-budget visuals in the historic streets of Europe, sends a clear message: the talent is there, and the world is watching.

Recording a song, paying for quality production, creating visuals, and promoting a release all come with costs that many upcoming artistes simply cannot cover without sponsors or management. This journey of building something meaningful with very little money is a sacrifice that is often harder than the public realizes. The current landscape in The Gambia sees many musicians working with incredibly tight budgets, often saving for months just to fund a single studio session.

The 17th General Assembly of the African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) (https://www.UAR-AUB.org), coinciding this year with its 20th anniversary, will be held from April 14 to 17, 2026, in Banjul, The Gambia, under the theme: “AUB, 20 Years Serving African Media: Heritage, Innovation and Transformation,” a strategic reflection on the present and future of the continent’s media ecosystem.

The Coastal Boys slipped to the Blue Boys 3-1 in the first round of the country's Second Tier played at the Gunjur Nyamina Mini Stadium. Gunjur United sat bottom-place on the Second Division League table with 16 points before clashing with Wallidan, who sat fifth-place on the country's Second Tier table with 30 points. The Coastal Boys came for revenge against Wallidan to move away from the danger zone on the Second Division League table.

The brace was Tunkara's 11th league goal for FC Barcelona U19 team this season. He has scored 3 goals and assisted one in their last three matches for FC Barcelona U-19 team. Tunkara is enjoying his football with FC Barcelona U-19 team. He will fight tooth and nail to maintain his form with FC Barcelona U-17 team in the Spanish Division de Honour Juvenil. Share Article

The Sateyba Boys are among the teams vying for the country's Elite League title. Brikama United snatched 32 points in twenty-one league matches. The Sateyba Boys will scuffle to beat Samger to mount pressure on teams above them on the First Division League table. Samger are currently struggling on the country's Elite League table with 19 points after twenty-one league outings.

The outreach, organised by the 23rd Chinese Medical Team, was officially launched at Bansang Hospital in the Central River Region, alongside the donation of medicines and medical equipment to support healthcare delivery at the facility. The programme is expected to conclude on Friday, 17 April 2026.

First, the creation of a digital-supportive environment is critical as SSA’s digital readiness lags behind other regions of the world. The lower level of digital readiness in the region results in lower digital transformation for firms, compared to those in the rest of the world. Digital skills, a key driver of firm digital transformation, are particularly deficient in SSA. Enhancing firm competitiveness can also help overcome country-level barriers to digitalization.