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NCCE wraps up regional stakeholders orientation campaign for PWDs
Ansumana Ceesay, senior program officer for the National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) said the main objective of the activity, which was attended by representatives of Gambia Federation of the Disable (GFD), government officials, professional, policy-makers, national and regional organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), women, youth and local authorities was meant to increase understanding of disabilities issues and promote inclusive...
Alliance Francise celebrates Francophone week
Speaking to journalists at the event, Fatou Jange-Senghore, vice chair, Alliance Franco Gambia Board said the day is celebrated on 5th March each year. She added that The Gambia is not a member of the francophone organisation but an observer that shares opportunities and cultural exchanges with other francophone countries. She pointed out the collaboration between The Gambia and francophone film industry, cinema, among other areas are very important.
CGYDA gives medical equipment to EFSTH
Established some seven to eight years ago, the association seeks to support community development, thereby bringing Gambians in Canada under one umbrella. At the event, Jayeh Jawo, secretary general of Canadian Gambian Youth Development Association, disclosed that said their mission is to contribute to the improvement of healthcare facilities in The Gambia, with particular emphasis on challenges faced by those in need of dialysis treatment and individuals with disabilities.
AFAO, WAWA train 20 Gambian women on skills development
The training which brought together participants from across the country is underway at a training center in Jeshwang. The project was initiated by the Association of West African Women (AFAO) in close collaboration with ECOWAS/ARAA who are currently benefitting from the invaluable support of the Swiss Cooperation through PRAOP 3.
Bundungka Kunda NAM commends political leaders for dialogue
The dialogue, which brought all political leaders in the country together, was held on Monday at State House. Hon Jammeh was speaking to The Point on Monday at his home in Bundung. “This dialogue is very important as through such meetings, political leaders would find a solution to move this country forward,” he said. “I therefore commend the President for the willingness to have dialogue with the political leaders.
UK Reverend trains teachers on dyslexia in education
The training was aimed at breaking barriers as well as to accommodate students with learning difficulties in The Gambia. In an interview with The Point shortly after the workshop, Reverend Michael Angley Ogwuche, Chaplain/ Podcaster at the Ministry of Justice, UK said dyslexia is a learning disability or learning difficulties. He added that it is a situation where some students are slow in learning or have different ways of learning.
Mingdaw School boosted with over D7M educational materials
The education materials boost was to complement government efforts in improving the education and health sectors of The Gambia. Speaking at the handing-over ceremony on Tuesday at the Mingdaw school, two Spanish members of Arambia, Enrique Cardiel, president of the association, and Mr Paco, said their organisation has been supporting The Gambia with a lot of educational and health materials worth over millions of dalasis.
GEHSSP Project hands over motor bikes, IT equipment to NHIA
It could be noted that The Gambia Government through the NHIA aims to attain universal health service coverage and the GEHSSP support is a step towards the realisation of that objective. Assan Njie, director of services at the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) explained that in September 2021, law makers in The Gambia enacted the National Health Insurance Act which established the National Health Insurance Authority, mandated by law to implement the National Health Insurance Scheme.
King of Karantaba sold Georgetown for £140: Historian
Ceesay, who doubles as director general of the National Center for Arts and Culture (NCAC), made the statement during an interview with journalists at the Bicentenary celebration in Janjanbureh. He added that the British Monarchy bought the Island of Georgetown through an agent called Captain Grant during the time of Queen Victoria, and the rationale for the purchase of the island was to strategically give advantage to the British against their rival French and Portugal.
‘Public resources must be spent wisely’
“Public resources must be spent wisely,” he said, adding that contractors must respect contracts duration, and ministries must be held to account for the funds given to them to implement contracts. Hon Ceesay made this statement during the adjournment debate last Thursday at the National Assembly.
Big Dreams, Chosan present certificates of appreciation to members
The ceremony was held at National Nutrition Agency (NaNA) Conference Hall. Presenting the certificates, Siaka M.B. Sonko, coordinator for Big Dreams, explained that the two charities joined hands to honour their members for their remarkable contribution to the welfare of less privileged in The Gambia.
NAM calls for team work between area councils and central gov’t
Hon Jammeh made this call on Thursday at the National Assembly during the adjournment debate 2023. He told deputies that the area councils should be ready to collaborate with the central government so that they could all work together to achieve their common goal. He said each of these institutions has a responsibility at their level, but equally they should be partners and see each other eye to eye.
Global report on road safety shows 2030 target achievable
The 2023 report launched by the World Health Organization, and the Global Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety calls for greater investment in evidence-based interventions that put people at the center to halve road deaths and injuries and provide safe, affordable, accessible, sustainable mobility by 2030. According to the report, 1.19 million people are killed on the world’s roads every year, a decrease of 5% since 2010.
Global report on road safety shows 2030 target achievable
This information was released by Global Alliance for NGOs for Road Safety. The 2023 report launched by the World Health Organization, and the Global Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety calls for greater investment in evidence-based interventions that put people at the center to halve road deaths and injuries and provide safe, affordable, accessible, sustainable mobility by 2030. According to the report, 1.19 million people are killed on the world’s roads every year, a decrease of 5% since 2010.
Gambia: 'Gambia Among Top 8 Countries With Fatality Road Accidents'
The Gambia is positioned 8th in the world ranking of fatality in road crashes, according to the Commissioner for Mobile Traffic Unit Lamin King Colley. This information was disclosed to the members of Road Safety and Driving Standard Association (RSDSA) during a courtesy-call on Wednesday 29 November 2023. He told RSDSA that this should be a concern to everybody in the country as the Association briefed him on its aims and objectives.
Hussain Dada Ready ‘International Localo’ album Concert
Dada is set for an album concert on 9th December, 2023 at Qcity featuring a lot of Gambian artistes. Widely called Badboy told fans: “What else than a super event for my amazing fans.
‘Gambia among top 8 countries with fatality road accidents’
This information was disclosed to the members of Road Safety and Driving Standard Association (RSDSA) during a courtesy-call on Wednesday 29 November 2023. He told RSDSA that this should be a concern to everybody in the country as the Association briefed him on its aims and objectives. “Now if you look at the top death rates in the world’s road crashes, Gambia is ranked 8th position, so coming up with initiative of this nature definitely touches my heart,” he said.
ChildFund supports gov’t with over D100M worth medical supplies
ChildFund The Gambia received the 7 pallets of MAP International medical supplies and pharmaceuticals through their Gifts in Kind Program. The materials received by Fatou Samateh, deputy director for National Pharmaceutical Services, are meant to complement ChildFund The Gambia’s programmes working to improve the lives of deprived, excluded and vulnerable children in The Gambia. The handing over ceremony was held at the Central Medical Store at Kotu.
People Who Care Worldwide holds schools quiz competition
Dutchess D Essen, Chief Executive Officer of People Who Care Worldwide said the programme was designed three years ago to encourage kids to do better in schools. This year, she explained, the performance of the children was not as good as it was in the previous years.
WAEC Banjul office holds National Awards
The event also seeks to reward high achievers in the country’s education sector and encourage others to do more in their educational pursuit. At the event, Ebrima Sisawo, permanent secretary at the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MOBSE) on behalf of the Minister, underscored the importance of the day, saying ‘today we gather here to recognise and celebrate high achievement in education in our schools.
Rainbow Tours arrives with 175 tourists
The aircraft was received on arrival by officials of The Gambia Tourism Board and tour operators. Haddy Darboe, Senior Promotion Officer at The Gambia Tourism Board, said a lot of efforts had been put together to have successive tourist seasons in the country. “We have a very important joint-marketing with them since last year and that’s why they even increased their flights to two flights, and based on our statistics, the numbers are going higher.
Gambia: TUI UK Arrives in Banjul With 189 Tourists
As more flights land at the Banjul International Airport for 2023-2024 winter seasons, TUI UK on Wednesday also arrived at the Banjul International Airport with 189 passengers on board. The aircraft was received on arrival by officials of The Gambia Tourism Board, tour operators as well as tourism reporters.
TUI UK arrives in Banjul with 189 tourists
The aircraft was received on arrival by officials of The Gambia Tourism Board, tour operators as well as tourism reporters. Speaking to journalists shortly after the landing of the aircraft, Foday Bah, head of marketing at Gambia Tourism Board, said: “This year’s tourist season is showing a good sign as we are here to receive the maiden flight from UK.
Gambia signs UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework
The United Nations Country Team (UNCT) in The Gambia has finalised the formulation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) to succeed the UNDAF 2017-2023. This framework, which is formulated through a highly participatory process will cover the period 2024-2028 and will serve as a critical tool to advance attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals, other global and regional agendas as well as the national development priorities as enshrined in the RF-NDP.
Profile of Egalitarian, well known Gambian artiste
In 2000, he released his first single entitled 'Fellow Suffers'. In 2004, he released a ten-track debut album entitled 'Fellow Suffers. Egalitarianism is a philosophical perspective that emphasizes equality and equal treatment across gender, religion, economic status, and political beliefs. Egalitarianism may focus on income inequality and distribution, which are ideas that influenced the development of various economic and political systems.
Gambia receives maiden flights for tourism season
The Gambia Experience arrived with 175 while Corendon landed with 183. The two aircrafts were received on arrival at the Banjul International Airport by GTBoard officials and tour operators. Speaking to journalists shortly after the landing of the aircrafts, Foday Bah, head of marketing, Gambia Tourism Board, said they received the two maiden flights to finally mark the beginning of the tourists’ season.
British High Commissioner visits tourism sites
The High Commissioner and the officials from the Nigerian High Commission were accompanied by Gambia Tourism Board officials to the domestic tourism promotion drive. High Commissioner Harriet King thanked the Gambia Tourism Board for organising such an important domestic educational tour for diplomatic missions. This is a good experience for them as diplomats, she said, adding that the Gambia and the UK have had long-standing relations.
VP Jallow launches TransVie Gambia Social Health Insurance Scheme
TransVie is a social health mutual that is highly adapted to the needs of organisations, companies and individuals. It is a reference social mutual in Senegal, Ivory Coast and Togo with more than eight hundred (800) public and private companies under contract. TRANSVIE VP Jallow said the government of The Gambia since coming into office in 2017, has actually put in a lot of efforts in terms of improving the health care to the people of this country.
Tourism For All award scholarship to GHA members
The gesture is also part of the Chapter’s effort to ensure well-trained social workers, tourism administration and community development experts who can subsequently serve as partners in development. Dr Yahya Muhammeh Bah, founder and executive president for Tourism For All – Gambia Chapter said Tourism for All was founded in 2006 with the objective of ensuring that there is inclusive tourism.
Hon. Jammeh promises Bundung pipe-borne water, more projects
Hon. Sulayman Jammeh made this promise on Tuesday at the National Assembly in an interview with The Point. One of the projects is the provision of water, which is a serious concern in Bundung, he said, adding that he would ensure that residents of Bundung “don’t have to walk 200 metres” for water. “This is why we are trying to install more community standpipes in various homes where people can have access to water,” he added.
Stakeholders validate TDRGP strategy
Mamadi Dampha, deputy permanent secretary at the Ministry of Tourism and Culture who deputized for the Permanent Secretary, said the validation meeting will be followed by capacity building of stakeholders on the project Result Based Monitoring and Evaluation. “I must emphasise that project implementations especially on the global stage has taken a new paradigm shift, which aligns towards result based project management and result based monitoring and evaluation,” he stated.
Deputies adopt report of Sixth Pan African Parliament
Tabling the report before deputies, Hon. Alhaji Mbowe, chairperson of Pan African Parliament and also member for Upper Saloum, said the session of the year’s theme was to accelerate the Implementation of African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) of the African Union for 2023. Hon.
GTBoard takes tough stance against defaulters
The business entities include hotels, night clubs, casinos, bars, and restaurants, and all other tourism-related businesses operating within and outside the Tourism Development Area. They have all been asked toregularise their operational licenses requirement.
Banjul is vulnerable to flooding - Says Climate Officer
The senior climate officer made this statement recently in an interview with this reporter on climate crisis and sustainability. The Secretariat was established in 2016 through a policy recommendation and this policy is referred to as National Climate Change Policy. With one meter sea level rise, the whole capital city will be flooded, Mr Kinteh said, adding that this is based on the projections, articles of which are available.
Gambia: NA Hands Over Controversial Procured Vehicles to NAMs
The National Assembly management last Friday officially handed over vehicles procured for National Assembly Members (NAMs) at a ceremony held at the National Assembly Building in Banjul. The official handing over was attended by senior government officials, CFAO Motors representative as well as the management and staff of the National Assembly. The vehicles were approved in the 2023 Appropriation Bill as a loan scheme for Honourable Members of the National Assembly.
NA hands over controversial procured vehicles to NAMs
The official handing over was attended by senior government officials, CFAO Motors representative as well as the management and staff of the National Assembly. The vehicles were approved in the 2023 Appropriation Bill as a loan scheme for Honourable Members of the National Assembly. Speaking at the handing-over ceremony, the Speaker of the National Assembly, Fabakary Tombong Jatta, said the vehicles were acquired out of necessity and not for luxury.
Gambie: Le gouvernement déroule le tapis rouge pour attirer plus d'investisseurs
Mr Hamat N.K. Bah, ministre du Tourisme et de la Culture, a déclaré que le gouvernement de la Gambie continuera à inciter les investisseurs à venir investir dans le pays. Le ministre a réaffirmé récemment lors de son discours au cours d'une table ronde organisée au Centre de Conférence International Sir Dawda Jawara que le gouvernement continue d'inciter les investisseurs à venir dans le pays.
Gov’t rolls out red carpet for more investors
“The Gambia government would encourage the people of Miami to explore the possibility of investing in The Gambia,” he said, adding that no investment would be deemed small. “I believe when you go, you will be the ambassadors of this country to encourage people to come and invest,” he said. “We are a small country, but we have men and women who are very determined at all times to get things done.
‘UNFCC an important pillar to addressing global climate change’
He said The Gambia is a signatory to the convention since 1992 and has been attending conferences of parties on annual basis. The Senior Climate Change Officer made this statement recently during an interview with The Point. He said the convention is to ensure that countries go and negotiate on their national priorities so that there would be consensus to meet global goals on adaptation.
‘Gambia among first African states to ratify treaty on PNW’
The deputy speaker made the above statement on Monday when delivering his official opening remarks at a parliamentary workshop for National Assembly Members on Nuclear Security held at the Auditorium of the National Assembly. The workshop was organised by Parliamentarians for Global Action (PGA) with a view to enhancing the capacity and understanding of members of the National Assembly of The Gambia on the threats and pertinent issues regarding nuclear security and connected matters.
Gambia: 'Art Has Same Methodology With Science'
Gambia: 'Art Has Same Methodology With Science' By Njie Baldeh Hassoum Ceesay, director general for the National Center for Arts and Culture (NCAC) and a historian has said that art has the same methodology with science. He added that the definition of art is old thinking. Mr Ceesay made this statement during an interview with this reporter recently at the National Museum in Banjul. "Research is key in anything that you do, particularly art and science because they have similarities," he said.
‘Art has same methodology with science’
A new state-of-the-art maternity ward constructed at the cost of D1.6M was last Thursday inaugurated at Faji Kunda Health Centre. The ward, which now has six-delivery rooms, was sponsored by Semler and Ramatoulie Beyai Foundation, a couple based in Germany.
‘Proper land management can generate lots of revenue for gov’t’
The Bundungkakunda National Assembly Member (NAM) made this statement during an interview with journalists at the National Assembly recently.
Africell renews contract with Awa Gambia
GAF conducts border patrol with journalists in Foni The Gambia Armed Forces Operation team in support of peace, headed by Lt. Colonel Omar P. Bojang on Saturday 23 April, 2022, conducted a border patrol with journalists to all the border villages in Foni.
Gambia: Parliamentary Session Embarks On Issues of COVID-19 Funds
Gambia: Parliamentary Session Embarks On Issues of COVID-19 Funds By Njie Baldeh The chairman of the Finance and Public Account Committee (FPAC) and also member for Brikama North, Alhagie S. Darboe, has said the ongoing parliamentary session was initially focused on updates from departments and institutions regarding the audit report on Covid -19 funds.
Parliamentary session embarks on issues of Covid-19 funds
The effort by the Committee is geared towards maintainingtransparency and accountability, the FPAC Chairman said during an interview with journalists at the National Assembly. “We started the last committee session and then we are continuing to clarify issues that were raised with the relevant agencies or institutions that suppose to give updates on those issues, and we are meeting this time around to go through that submission on the updates that they raised at the last review,” Hon Darboe said.
Health Ministry under scrutiny over covid-19 funds
Several victims of Yahya Jammeh continue to vent their impatience over the “slow pace” of the government action on the TRRC recommendations. A representative of the Ministry of Justice over the weekend told victims that the authorities are laying foundations for swift action and working to avoid any further heart break to victims in the process.
Jehovah’s Witness Convention ends on high note, 17 Baptized
The event, which is the first since the relaxation of Covid-19 protocols, also witnessed 17 people, who were baptised at the event. However, this year's event was held the theme: “Exercise Patience” attracted hundreds of delegates from around the globe. Mariama Correa, one of the baptized, said this year’s programme is spiritually rich, and that it has exposed her to way she can exercise patience.
Kotu Assembly Hall to host first Jehovah’s Witness convention
The three-day event to be held on the theme “Exercise Patience” is set to attract delegates from around the globe. Prior to 2019, summer is mostly regarded by Jehovah’s Witness members during which, they convene this International event. In 2020, the pandemic interrupted the event which is regarded as an annual tradition, thus staging the event through virtual means and in more than 500 languages.
Over $40M may be invested in restoration of James Island, says Tourism Minister
Hon. Minister of Tourism made this statement when he was responding to questions from deputies regarding the ongoing projects works under his ministry. He said government had tried to access funds to fix James Island, but it was not materialized.
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