Gambia Glance

16/01/2025

BUILD UP TO INTER SCHOOLS ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIP @2025

The following Seven (7) Vanues are identified as Zone to host this year's Inter-Regional heats championship And One for The Finals.

Note that zones are Based on Regional mapping.

1. BASSE ZONE = To host all Upper and Senior secondary schools in the Upper River Region.

2. BANSANG ZONE, To host all Upper and senior secondary schools in Region Five South.

3. KAUR ZONE. To host all Upper and Senior Secondary schools in Region Five North.

4. FARAFENNI ZONE = To host all Upper and senior secondary schools in Regions 3 and 4.

5. SEBANOR ZONE, To host all Upper and senior secondary schools in Region Two East.

6. BOTROP ZONE. To host all Upper and senior secondary schools in Region Two West.

7. ABUKO ZONE, To host all upper and senior secondary schools in the KM Region.

8. NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP,
To be held in BASSE MINI STADIUM.

Source: Senior Secondary School Sports Association

16/01/2025

Hon. Alhagie Mbow has been reappointed as a member of the Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) on Internet Governance by the United Nations Secretary-General, following the completion of his first three-year term in 2024. He is one of forty global experts chosen for this role.

The Member for Upper Saloum and serving in the Pan-African Parliament, Hon. Mbow is an active member of ICT committees in both institutions.

MAG advises on internet-related issues, drawing members from diverse countries and backgrounds. During his first term, Hon. Mbow was instrumental in initiating the parliamentary track at the UN IGF and co-chaired the Policy Network on Meaningful Connectivity (PNMA). He contributed to the coordination of IGF events in Ethiopia, Japan, and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 2024.

In 2025, the MAG will oversee the organisation of the IGF in Norway.

IGF - Internet Governance Forum
Pan African Parliament

16/01/2025

Update:

The President of the Republic of Ghana His Excellency John Dramani Mahama Is expected to arrive at the Banjul International Airport tomorrow at 11:45 AM.

Source: State House

16/01/2025

Lamin Camara, famously known as "Lam Basse," a talented sprinter and national athlete of The Gambia, has departed for Qatar to join his new club, Al-Arabi Sports Club. Renowned for his speed and dedication, Lamin's move marks an exciting chapter in his career as he continues to represent The Gambia on the international stage. His journey reflects the growing recognition of Gambian athletes globally, and we wish him the best as he embarks on this new opportunity!

Source: Gambia Athletics Platform

15/01/2025

BRUFUT HAS TALENT

Gender is never a hindrance to anything you are passionate to.
A girl who makes us feel closer to Strasa even if we are 1000 miles away. A girl whose camera is her identity. Her contribution to this year's Nawettan is beyond her age.
With all the struggles and challenges, Fatima Jonga always stands tall and firm on her passion by giving us match day pictorials and videos, which shows how passionate and impactful she is to our dear Brufut.

We (Brufutarians) want to take this moment to express our appreciation for the incredible work you have done.
Her photos and videos are absolutely stunning. The way she captures moments, events and details, is truly remarkable. Each image and video tells a story.
Your talent and creativity shines through every shot.

We can't pay you, but we will support and celebrate you even in decades to come.
I call her the eye of Brufut for a reason. Your shot will one day capture the world.

Thank you for sharing your gift with the world.

Keep on shooting.( Source Chairman Suwareh Sambahess).

Pa fatty journalists

15/01/2025

Abdoulie Ceesay made his debut for FC St. Pauli in the second half of their 1-0 defeat to Vfl Bochum in the German Bundesliga on Wednesday.

The former Real de Banjul Football Club young striker became the 5th ever Gambian to play in the German topflight.

For Manneh

15/01/2025

Roadside vendors in trouble as police resumes crackdown .

15/01/2025

Lamin Camara , famously known as "Lam Basse," a talented sprinter and national athlete of The Gambia, has departed for Qatar 🇶🇦 to join his new club, Al-Arabi Sports Club. Renowned for his speed and dedication, Lamin's move marks an exciting chapter in his career as he continues to represent The Gambia on the international stage. His journey reflects the growing recognition of Gambian athletes globally, and we wish him the best as he embarks on this new opportunity!

Gambia.Athletic Association

12/01/2025

Essa Dampha responds to Nigerian Prophet: Urges him to confine himself to his domain

By: Modou Touray

Honorable Essa Dampha, vibrant presidential aide on media for President Barrow, rubbishes the predictions made by Nigerian Prophet ,Pramite Elijah Ayodele that President Adama Barrow will be defeated in the 2026 presidential election.

In a media interview, Mr. Dampha said prophet’s statement exposed the ignorance of the fake Gambian’s development trajectory.

“As a man of God, he should not align himself with such assertions. He should scan the political environment to understand how parties are organized. Even if opposition parties formed a coalition, they could never unseat Barrow.
Mr Dampha noted that the Gambia’s economy has been booming with speed since the advent of the new dispensation.

” Inflation is under control, salaries have been increased, and private sector engagement is improving; these are all practical examples that the economy of the Gambia is striving.”

It could be recalled that A self-proclaimed prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church in Nigeria, has predicted that opposition parties in The Gambia will form a coalition to unseat President Adama Barrow in the 2026 elections.

Mr Dampha emphasized that the fake prophet had no evidence to back his claims but was dreaming.

” The first blueprint was successful and the second one is also being implemented”

He further stressed that the second blueprint focuses on recovery in the wake of the COVID pandemic and other factors that weakened our economy, such as the effect of the Russia-Ukraine War.

” The new Blueprint will fill the loopholes so that we can achieve our economic projections”

Mr Dampha said everything happened as destined by God the almighty which is beyond human perception.

He prayed for president Barrow’s good health and long life while urging people to assist him to achieve his aspiration cor the Gambia.

11/01/2025

Musa Barrow has been awarded the Best Goal of The Month for December with his beauty scored against Al-Ahly in week 13 of the Saudi Pro League.

09/01/2025

"I did this for years! Not ashamed of it, but I've learned resilience, humility, and a taste of hard work work through it. It doesn't define who I am, I define the act to be a phenomenal opportunity to see the world through many lenses! They say he who feels it knows it better! We will emerge from the ruins of shanty communities and become the "kings" in palaces! That's what "barako" means!"

Lamin Ebrahim Fatty

08/01/2025

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08/01/2025

Several Heads of State, including His Excellency President Adama Barrow and 21 current and former Presidents, graced the swearing-in of President-Elect John Dramani Mahama, commencing his second term as the fourth President of the Republic of Ghana.

President Barrow's attendance signifies his conviction in strengthening regional peace and stability as well as trade and economic progress.

In his inaugural speech, President Mahama expressed confidence and outlined his administration's focus on four critical areas. Top on his agenda is economic restoration and stabilization of the macro-economic environment, improvement of the business sector, good governance and constitutional reform, accountability and the fight against corruption.

President Mahama thanked former President Nana Akufo-Addo for the peaceful and orderly transition of power, ensuring the government continues to perform smoothly regardless of political change. The President also thanked the visiting Heads of State and other dignitaries for attending the event, marking a shared value of democracy and the rule of law. He later hosted his counterparts and representatives of delegations to a luncheon.

President John Mahama's victory marks a significant moment in West Africa’s democratic, succeeding outgoing President Nana Akufo Addo, who served for eight years.

Alongside President John Mahama, Her Excellency Prof. Jane Opoku-Agyemang also took the oath of office as the first female Vice President of the Republic of Ghana.

Those in attendance include Presidents Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria, Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal, Willaim Ruto of Kenya, Ibrahim Traore of Burkina Faso, Brice Oligui Nguema of Gabon, Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo, among others.

State House

08/01/2025

President Barrow has made it a norm to engage with the Gambian community whenever he travels abroad. On Monday, the Gambian community residing in Ghana met with the President to discuss issues of concern and strengthen relations with the diaspora.

During the meeting, the community praised the Barrow administration for its development projects while also sharing the challenges they face, such as issues related to rent, tuition fees, and the banking system.

President Barrow expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome he received at the airport and for the time the community dedicated to meet with him. He emphasised the importance of upholding democratic values and encouraged them to abide by the laws of the country they are residing in. The President pledged to provide support in areas that require immediate intervention to assist Gambians in the diaspora.

Notable members of the Gambian delegation in Ghana included Student Union representative Muhammed Lamin Ceesay, Modou Jagne, National Association of Gambian Diaspora representative Buba Dukureh, and Babucarr Njie from the Regional Maritime University, among others.

Source: State House

08/01/2025

Blessed 2025 to you all. May it be a year of Peace, Prosperity, Health and Patience (Sabr)

Prince Sagnia

08/01/2025

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: Abdoulie Ceesay looks in good spirits with the Head coach Alexander Blessin after his transfer from Paise. Ceesay begins training with his new club, FC St. Pauli ahead of the return of the German Bundesliga matches.

Gambian striker Abdoulie Ceesay who scored 17 goals and assisted 7 in 23 matches in the Estonian league.

His performances also included three goals and two assists in UEFA Conference League qualifiers, further solidifying his reputation as a rising talent.

Very soon, FC St. Pauli will play their match of the 16th round of the German championship against Eintracht Frankfurt.

31/12/2024

Essa Dampha says there is no credible opposition to match Barrow as he delves into his 2024 achievements.

By: Modou Touray

Mr Essa Dampha, the outspoken aide on media for President Adama Barrow, asserted that the President has the prospects of winning the 2026 election with a landslide.
He justified his argument on the basis that the President has achieved monumental gains in terms of delivery adequately responding to the flights of the Gambian People.
" Electricity is accessible to remote communities, health Centres, and Posts, and ambulances were distributed across the length and breadth of the country. He wants to decentralize development. There is a road network extension in the country; everybody can attest to that. Farmers were given Fertiliser and equipment. I will him 85 % in terms of development rating for 2024.

Mr. Dampha further elaborated on the successful hosting of the OIC Summit in the Gambia as well as the availing of a conclusive environment for private businesses and development initiatives to flourish.

" Hamidou Jah is producing Gambian-grown rice thanks to the conclusive environment."

Mr. Dampha also described President Barrow as a problem solver, not a firefighter er, emphasizing that his principle is to investigate the genesis of the problem and find a duration solution to it.

" his development trajectory is more like a problem solver, not a firefighter. When there is a problem, he reacts quickly and finds out the root course of that problem. He worked on that and found a solution. He is a proactive leader."

Reacting to the recent allegations of vote rigging by the NPP, Mr Dampha said the government has distanced itself from such irresponsible and baseless allegations. He commended the charismatic Information Minister Dr Ismailia Ceesay, who applauded him for changing the government information flow dynamics.

" The government will not take the allegations lightly, it's a threat to national security "

He commended President Adama Barrow for organising the maiden presidential media dinner citing that the relation between the media and government should be cordial. He also pointed out that for the first time, the government enacted the Access to Information law to make journalists' work easy.

20/12/2024