The newly elected Executive Board of the Gambia National Olympic Committee (GNOC), led by President Bai Dodou Jallow, recently paid a courtesy visit to the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Banjul. The meeting, held on February 6, 2025, aimed to enhance bilateral relations through sports diplomacy and foster collaboration between the two nations. […]

A Grand Cultural Celebration for Gambia’s 60th Independence Anniversary The Signing Ceremony: A Milestone for Gambian Arts and Culture The National Centre for Arts and Culture (NCAC) has taken a significant step in celebrating Gambia’s Diamond Jubilee by signing contracts worth D3 million with over 100 distinguished Gambian cultural artists and groups. The signing ceremony […]

Sainey Sissoho Mboge has shattered barriers and made history by becoming the first Gambian woman to hold a position in a professional European football club. Appointed as the Player Care Manager at Danish club AC Horsens, she plays a crucial role in supporting young Danish and international players, assisting them with various aspects of integration […]

Introduction The National Identification Authority (NIA) has played a significant role in modernizing Ghana’s identification system through the Ghana Card. The newly appointed Director General, Yayra Koku, has shared his vision for expanding the functionality of the card, including linking it to mobile money and bank accounts. Enhancing the Ghana Card’s Utility The Ghana Card, […]

Exciting times are ahead for Gambian football as the Queen Scorpions prepare to compete in the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Women’s Qualifiers. The team is set to receive a significant boost with the addition of three international stars—Ruggy Joof, Catherine Jatta, and Kaddy Jarju. Their inclusion in the squad is expected to enhance […]

Justice Served in Nigeria: Five Convicted for Wrongful Witchcraft-Related Murder Legal Action Taken Against False Accusations In a landmark case in Nigeria’s Kano state, five men have been sentenced to death by hanging for the tragic murder of 67-year-old Dahare Abubakar. The incident, which took place in 2023, was based on wrongful accusations of witchcraft, […]

The Ongoing Struggle Against FGM in The Gambia Despite being banned in 2015, Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) remains a persistent challenge in The Gambia in 2025. The debate over the anti-FGM law in 2024 highlighted the complexities surrounding its enforcement. When a private member’s bill attempted to repeal the existing law, 30 out of 65 […]

The recent executive order halting USAID funding to organizations outside the United States has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s development sector. Many local organizations that depend solely on USAID funding are now forced to lay off staff, halt programme activities, and abandon life-saving interventions, raising fears of a humanitarian and economic crisis. However, African nations received […]

Mahama’s Commitment to Strengthening Healthcare President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his dedication to improving healthcare services across Ghana by launching the Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund, popularly known as Mahama Cares. This initiative aims to assist individuals struggling with chronic diseases by reducing the financial burden of treatment. According to a report by citinewsroom.com, […]

Ghanaian musician and entrepreneur Mzbel has always been known for her bold personality and candid views on life. Recently, she addressed speculations about her engagement after being seen wearing a ring during her pregnancy. In an exclusive interview, Mzbel clarified the real reason behind her decision to wear the ring and shared her thoughts on […]