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Gambia: Public Holiday Announcement
State House, Banjul, 14 August, 2016 - The Office of the President wishes to inform the Public that the President of the Republic of The Gambia, His Excellency, Adama Barrow, acting under Section 76 (1) of the Constitution (1997) of The Gambia is pleased to declare Wednesday, 15th August, 2018, a public holiday throughout the country, in observance of the Christian feast of Assumption of Mary, also known as 'Sang Marie'.
Gambia: Life of the Rural People Gambia @ 53 Makng Rural Gambia Conducive to Human Habitation Part Eight (Roads)
This Column is meant to monitor and report on issues that concerns the people of the rural communities, in terms of how their development is hindered or facilitated. Rural development is a process that aims to improve the standard of living of people, living in rural communities. According to Robert chambers, rural development is a strategy that enables a specific group of people, poor rural women and men, gain for themselves and their children, more of what they want and need.
Gambia: Journalists Commence Training On Court Reporting
By Nelson Manneh/Kebba Secka25 Journalists yesterday August 13th 2018, commenced one month training on Court reporting, at the University of the Gambia. The project sponsored by Open Society Initiative for West Africa, is in partnership with the Gambia Press Union (GPU) and the School of Journalism and the University of the Gambia.
Gambia: PIU Units Sent to Faraba Were Armed With AK 47 Rifles
By ; Kebba Af TourayTwo PIU personnel told the Faraba Banta Commission yesterday 13 August that the PIU personnel that were sent to Faraba Banta were armed with AK 47 rifles. This Commission is charged to probe into the circumstances surrounding the 18th June 2018 Faraba Banta incident.
Gambia: Two More Dead Bodies Found At Denton Bridge
By Muhamed BahGambian security forces found two drowned dead bodies at Denton Bridge in Banjul on Sunday evening. They were identified as Senegalese nationals carrying the names Ebrima Mbenga and Momodou Njie respectively. The bodies were found by the Gambia Immigration Department (GID). The spokesperson for the department, Superintendent, Mamanding S.
Gambia: The Best Practice for Public Appointments
Currently there are questions being raised about appointments in the newly established Commissions which are supposed to serve as the path breakers for founding a new Gambia. Consequently, the composition of such Commissions should be above reproach. This is why appointments to such important Commissions should be in line with the standards of best practice in appointing people to public service.
Gambia: 'I Now Know Who My Friends Are,' Gambia Player Recalls 6-Year Run-Ins With Injuries
By Sulayman BahSwede-born Gambian striker Joe Sise believes he now knows who his true bosoms are in the wake of his protracted battle with successive career-threatening injuries. Sise burst on the scenes after pulling off the wow factor with the Swedish U-21 national side eight years ago. His performances courted attention with AC Milan and other clubs all linked with snapping up his services.
Gambia: High Court Strikes Out GFF Case - As FIFA Condemns Legal Action Against Football House
By Sulayman Bah And Mamdou DemThe application lodged against the Gambian Football Federation at the high court has been struck out as FIFA condemns the act. Football President, Lamin Kabba Bajo and his executives yesterday appeared before trial judge Sainabou Wadda-Cisse at the country's high court to answer to complaints filed by his rival for the GFF presidency Malick NK Sillah and his backers.
Gambia Sensation Barrow Powers Atalanta to Europa Play-Offs
By Sulayman BahMusa Barrow gave Israeli club Hapoel Haifa taste of his bullets, scoring the final goal in a game his Italian outfit Atalanta ran riot in the Europa League third round qualifiers. The 19-year-old got involved in the second phase of the duel netting the fourth goal four minutes left of the clock as the tie wrapped up 4-1. Atlanta are now through the final play-offs where a win guarantees them a place in the Europa League group stage, second best to the Uefa Champions League.
Gambia: When Will the IEC Conducts Its Next Registration of Voters?
The unfortunate thing is that many people who had attained the age of 18 in 2016, 2017 and 2018 could not exercise their right to vote because of the absence of supplementary registration of voters. This is a gross violation of their rights.
Gambia: Nurses Complain of Unpaid Transport Allowances
By Saikou Suwareh JabaiNurses at the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital, the Bundung Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Kanifing General Hospital and Sheikh Zayed Regional Eye Care Centre, have complained of unpaid transport allowance increment, since it was effected last January. In December, a budget speech was presented stating an increment in transport allowances for Grades 1 to 8 workers, from D500 to D1,500 for all civil servants, effected January 2018.
Gambia: Migrant Returnees Urge Young People to Desist From 'Backway'
By Saikou Suwareh JabaiYouth Against Irregular Migration (YAIM), concluded a week long sensitization campaign in the Central River South and Upper River Regions, where they explained their experiences to communities, to discourage the risky 'backway' syndrome. The group was formed by Gambian migrants in detention camps in Libya, prior to their repatriation by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and comprise those who unsuccessfully embarked on the journey to Europe.
Gambia: Justice Ministry Refutes Advising Suspension of GFF Officials
By Muhamed BahThe Ministry of Justice has refuted media reports claiming that they made legal recommendations on the suspension of the Gambia Football Federation Officials.
Gambia: Red-Hot Kandji Wowing in Finland
By Sulayman BahMacoumba Kandji and Musa Barrow are unarguably Gambia's hottest strikers abroad after both hit top-notch levels in recent days. Kandji was particularly on fire scoring two of the three goals his Finnish Premier League outfit Honka Espoo managd in the comprehensive 3-1 win over TPS on Saturday. The feat sends the Gambian's tally soaring to 13 goals -third highest scorer in the Finnish league, two shy of the scoring log headliner.
Gambia: In GFF Saga - Kabba, Others to Debut At High Court
By Sulayman BahGambia's Football president Lamin Kabba Bajo is due to appear before the country's upper court, it has emerged. The Football House's head is expected to appear along with some members of his executives. The development comes after they were served with summonses on the back of an appeal lodged against them by Kabba's rival for the GFF presidency Malick N.K. Sillah's camp.
Gambia: Faraba Commission - Visit to Sanyang Mining Site
By Kebba MamburayThe Faraba Banta Commission of Inquiry yesterday August 9th 2018, visited Sanyang to dialogue with the VDC and the council of elders, and to visit mining sites. Commission Chairperson Emmanuel Joof informed the gathering about the reasons of the Commission's establishment by the President. On his part, the Alkalo of the village said whatever they do, they make sure it is transparent.
Gambia: Alagie Barrow Is TRRC Director of Research, Investigations
Acting in accordance with Section 24 (1) of the TRRC Act 2017, the Executive Secretary of the TRRC has appointed Alagie Barrow as Director of Research and Investigations for the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission. Mr. Barrow will oversee and direct the work of a team of researchers, investigators and statement takers and work closely with the Executive Secretary and Commissioners to deliver on the mandate of the TRRC.
Gambia: Italy Car Crash Involves Gambian
By Kebba SeckaFour African migrant labourers in the southern Italy, on Saturday August 4th 2018, were involved in a car crash resulting that led to their demise. Gambian born Alhagi Sait of Jimbala Kerr Chendou in the Lower Saloum District of Central River Region North, was among the four victims of the crash.
Gambia: Drama As Parliament Refutes Ordering Sports Council Suspension of GFF Officials
By Sulayman BahGambia's parliamentary committee on youth and sports has debunked giving National Sports Council the go-ahead to suspend the trio bosses of the Football House. This comes much as an unfolding drama after the council in a viral letter this week claimed to be acting on the recommendation parliament's select youth and sports committee, who , allegedly ordered for action be taken on the Gambia Football Federation regarding tax-fraud.
Africa: All-Africa and Gambian Boxing Champion Foday to Defend Belt in Mali
By Sulayman BahSuper-middleweight All-African Boxing Champion Gambia's Foday Badjie has been accorded a chance to defend his belt. One of the fastest rising boxing sensations of the country, Foday is yet to taste defeat since his first professional outing in Dakar. He has followed that up by winning in the All African Boxing championship super-middleweight category when Gambia hosted it before defending his title against Sierra Leone's star man Mohammed Sillah in recent months.
Gambia: LSU Suspends LB Tyler Taylor After He Allegedly Acted As Getaway Driver in Pawn Shop Robbery
Source Yahoo Sports-LSU has suspended sophomore linebacker Tyler Taylor after learning he was allegedly the getaway driver during a January pawn shop robbery in Georgia, The Advocate reports. The Advocate obtained reports from the Cummings Police Department that four people broke into a pawn shop early on Jan. 8 and stole firearms before fleeing in a vehicle allegedly driven by Taylor. Eight shotguns, three rifles and a semi-automatic rifle were stolen, according to police records.
Gambia: IGP Assures Protection of Journalists
By Sarjo Camara-SingatehThe Inspector General of Police Mamour Jobe, has assured that his office will make all efforts to protect journalists during the execution of their duties. IGP Jobe made these and other remarks on Thursday August 9th at his office, during a courtesy visit on him by a delegation of the Gambia Press Union. The delegation was at the IGP's Office to raise concerns on the recent attacks on journalists by both Police Officers and civilians.
Gambia: Hon. Halifa Sallah Engages in His Constituency
By Kemeseng SannehHon. Halifa Sallah National Assembly Member for Serekunda on Thursday 9 August, 2018 continued to distribute dust bins, wheelbarrows, shovels, rakes and brooms for the Serekunda Constituency. This he said is geared towards the proper management of waste in the Serrekunda-Brikama garage and the main entrance to Brikama-Serekunda garage junction. This is a continuation of Hon. Sallah's last month initiative on the distribution of waste management items to his community.
Gambia: The Accountability of the State to the Media in Action
The press release from the Office of the Chief Justice confirms the importance of state institutions displaying their integrity by accepting the dictates of section 207 of the Constitution which states, "The press and other information media shall at all times, be free to uphold the principles, provisions and objectives of this Constitution, and the responsibility and accountability of the Government to the people of The Gambia." Foroyaa did indeed make enquiries on the subject of holding a...
Gambia: The State of Business in the Gambia
By Evelina JallowBusinesses play a vital role in the economy of a nation. It is a driving force of an economy and contributes to national prosperity. Therefore, the success and welfare of business owners and their businesses are important. Foroyaa is interviewing a wide range of business owners to see how they are faring with their businesses.
Gambia: Intended 'Backway' Migrants Intercepted
By Muhamed Bah79 people who were venturing into the risky 'backway' journey to Europe by boat, were intercepted by officers of the Gambia Immigration Department (GID), with support from the Gambia Navy. The interception of the would-be migrants happened on the coastline of Bakau, during the weekend. Among the would-be migrants who were intercepted, were 58 Senegalese nationals and 21 Gambians.
Gambia: 'Current Rate of Deforestation, Land Degradation Alarming' Environment Minister
By Kebba AF TourayThe Minister of Forestry and the Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources, Lamin Dibba, has expressed fear about the current situation of the country's forest and said the current rate of deforestation and land degradation is alarming, as revealed by the last National Forest Resource Assessment, 2010. Dibba disclosed this information during the graduation ceremony of the 13th batch of Forestry and Wildlife students at the Kafuta Forestry Training School.
Gambia: President Barrow Visits Central Abattoir Ahead of Eid
His Excellency President Adama Barrow on early Sunday afternoon paid an unexpected visit to the central abattoir in Abuko to garner firsthand information on the sale of sacrificial rams in honour of the forthcoming Eid celebrations of the Muslim ummah, locally called Tobaski. The surprise gesture was in keeping with the president's profound interest in being up to speed with the socioeconomic realities of the citizenry.
Nigeria: Company Raises Stakes for 'Mum of the Year' Competition
By Ayodeji AkeThree Crowns Milk, one of Nigeria's leading dairy brands and a flagship product from the stable of FrieslandCampina WAMCO, has raised the stakes in its Mum of the Year (MOTY) campaign for 2018. Flagging off this year's edition of the competition, Senior Brand Manager of Three Crowns Milk, Mrs. Omolara Banjoko, said three mums would win the grand prize at this year's edition, instead of just one mother as was the case ab initio.
Nigeria: Bayelsa Airport Excites Students
By Julius OsahonYenagoa — Pupils of the Bayelsa State Government Model Schools on excursion at the multi-billion international airport have commended the Governor Seriake Dickson for changing the narratives of the State, through his developmental strides. The students, who were left in awe by the nearly completed state-of-the-art facilities at the international cargo airport, commended the huge investments in infrastructure, education and other sectors of the economy.
Tanzania: 23 Cyclists Jailed for 28 Days
Tanga — At least 23 motorcyclists in Tanga Region have been sentenced to 28 days behind bars for alleged breach of road traffic rules. The Tanga court found them guilty of providing transport services without wearing safety helmets. Speaking to the The Citizen On Saturday, Tanga head of Traffic Department Solomon Mwangamilo said the punishment was aimed at reinforcing relevant road traffic rules and regulations among motorbike users.
Nigeria: The Temporal Nature of Power
opinion By Paul OkojieManchester, UK — The governorship election in Ekiti in 2018 was a time to reflect on the state of politics in Nigeria question. The newspapers reported a claim allegedly made by Governor Ayo Fayose that he "owned" 80 per cent of Ekiti electors and expected this to be reflected in the election result. I have not read a denial either by him or his media staff, a denial of the truth or otherwise of the claim.
Gambia: Nut Businesses Get a Boost in the Gambia
By Daniel FinnanA cloud of brown dust rises from the groundnut de-shelling machine at the Arafat Workshop agro-processing business in The Gambia. The workers are covered with a fine layer of powder as the decortication machine spits out the remnants of the nuts' shells. This business is part of an EU-funded initiative to further develop agro-processing in the country and create more jobs.
Nigeria: Meet 'Nigerian' Lead Prosecutor in Trump's Alleged Russian Collusion Trial
By Samuel OgundipeUzodinma Asonye, an American of Nigerian origin, is one of the seven prosecutors enlisted by United States special counsel on the Russian collusion allegations, Robert Mueller. He led the prosecution team when the first trial in the alleged Russian collusion case opened against Paul Manafort, a former campaign director and ally of President Donald Trump.
Kenyatta Says Demolitions on Riparian Lands to Go On
President Uhuru Kenyatta has said that the demolition of properties built on riparian lands will go on. The president added that officials who made approvals for the premises to be built on such lands will be punished. "We are doing everything to discourage corruption. It is possible to do clean business in Kenya, this is what we want to encourage," the President tweeted on Thursday. The President's sentiments come even as the demolition of buildings in Nairobi continues.
Nigeria: Why Nigerians Won't See Next English FA Cup Live
By Duro IkhazuagbeAfter Nigerians missed the live broadcast of the traditional season opening FA Community Shield match Manchester City defeated Chelsea 2-0 last Sunday, the worst is yet to come. THISDAY checks have revealed that football fans in the country are not going to see the live broadcast of world's oldest cup competition, the FA Cup when it kicks off in England.
Nigeria: Dokubo Repositioning Amnesty Programme for Greater Impact
opinion By Mary AgbajohAbuja — The appointment of Professor Charles Quaker Dokubo as the new Special Adviser/ Coordinator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme by President Muhammadu Buhari is one appointment critical stakeholders in the Niger Delta applauded.
Nigeria: That N200 Billion for Sugar Importation
opinion It is hardly surprising that the level of demand for sugar and sugar products in Nigeria is quite significant. The structure of manufacturing in the country and a whole spectrum of products from the sector depend on the use of sugar and its allied products as inputs. The goods here range from biscuits, confectionaries, medications, bread and other basic daily-need products including refined sugar.
Botswana: Giants Clash in Charity Cup
By Jeremiah SejabosigoGaborone — The mouth-watering cash prizes and bragging rights will be enough motivation for the big guns in the BTC Charity Cup at the National Stadium on August 11. Although the competition is primarily for charity, teams would no doubt be buoyed by the prospect of pocketing the P300 000 first prize and starting the campaign with a trophy.
Africa: Why the Global Survey On Safety Is Deeply Flawed
analysis By Guy LambThere has been a rise in global statistical initiatives that measure and rank countries in terms of various aspects of the human condition. Some of the more prominent examples include the Human Development Index, the World Governance Indicators, the Global Peace Index and the Corruption Perceptions Index. Each ranks countries according to a series of indicators, or a composite indicator, and tracks their progress or decline over time.
Botswana: Operation Kgomokhumo Breakthrough
By Irene KgakgamatsoGaborone — Botswana Police Service (BPS)'s Kgomokhumo Operation is said to be making positive strides in the fight against stock theft and cross-border cattle rustling in the Ngwaketse West region. Speaking in an interview with BOPA, Assistant Commissioner Dipheko Motube said the anti-theft operation had so far led to the arrest of 69 people, 65 males, three females, with nine cases completed while cases before court and under investigations were 15 and 23 respectively.
Tanzania: Kenyan Traders Block Tanzania Goods in Namanga Border Standoff
By Business DailyBusiness and transport was paralysed at Namanga border on Tuesday as Kenyans protested mistreatment by Tanzanian authorities after several milk traders were arrested and placed in custody last Saturday. Traders on both sides of the border incurred big losses at the key entry and exit point for goods as heavy police presence did little to return normalcy.
Rwanda: Beyond Boundaries - Cultural Literacy in Indiana & Rwanda
By Vera MarinovaBloomington, Indiana — For ten years now, in special partnership with the community of Musanze, Rwanda, Indiana University (IU) has created meaningful programs and connections across the country. It is an unlikely partnership, one that formed over 10 years ago with a university alum recognizing an opportunity for not only cultural literacy but friendship.
Congo-Kinshasa: Why It's Time for the Opposition to Get Behind Bemba
analysis By Herman Nzeza MalungidiThe former warlord is no perfect candidate. But if the opposition unite, they could finally remove the Kabila government in December elections. Sharing much with the eponymous river that snakes through our vast country, Congolese politics eschews straight lines, settling instead upon frequent - often violent - meanders. The past week or so has involved a particularly tumultuous swirl of events.
Uganda: Bribery and Buying Favours - Why Uganda's MPs Want Longer Terms
analysis By Gabrielle Lynch And Justin WillisUganda's Constitutional Court has removed the constitutional age-limit for presidential candidacy. It was previously 75. As a result, President Yoweri Museveni - who has been in office since 1986 and is 73 years old - can now vie for another term. The judges' argument, in a majority ruling, was that the electorate could still decide whether or not to vote for Museveni.
South Africa: Citizens Differ On Land Reform. but There Needs to Be a Meeting of Minds
analysis By Roger SouthallPresident Cyril Ramaphosa's late night announcement that the government was going to push ahead with implementing a decision taken by the African National Congress (ANC) at its national conference last year to expropriate land without compensation has set the cat among the pigeons.
South Africa: Rhodes Student Leaders To Be Invited to Hearings
press release RHODES STUDENT LEADERS TO BE INVITED TO HEARINGS ON 28 AND 28 AUGUST 2018 The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, Mr Francois Beukman, said that Rhodes University student leaders will be invited to attend the Portfolio Committee on Police hearings on gender violence and the Domestic Violence Act on 28 and 29 August 2018 in Cape Town.
Rwanda: Who Was the Young Lady Commanding Itorero Indangamirwa's Military Parade?
By Athan Tashobya"I loved it!" That is how Ashley Umulisa Kalimba describes her experience at the just-concluded Indangamirwa series of Itorero. The graduation ceremony was broadcast live on public television and one of the most memorable moments for those who watched the show or attended the event was how Umulisa commanded the graduates.
South Africa: Golf - Boshoff Bags Maiden Big Easy Tour Title
Paul Boshoff staved off a late charge from fellow Pretoria golfer Hendrikus Stoop to claim his maiden professional victory in the seventh Big Easy IGT Challenge Tour event at Randpark Golf Club on Wednesday. The Queenswood resident closed with a four-under-par 68 to win by two shots on 11-under. Boshoff and Stoop were two shots off the pace at the start of the final round, but the former wasted little time to shoot to the top of the pile at the Bushwillow Course.
Tanzania: Simiyu Receives Over U.S.$43,000 for Construction of a Public School
By Bernard Lugongo in SimiyuDEVELOPMENT partners continuously collaborate with Simiyu regional authorities to improve social services in the newly established region, with Friedkin Conservation Fund donating 110m/- for construction of a public secondary school. The authorities have repeatedly vowed to fast track development of the region, making it competitive to all regions in the country.
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