Foroyaa Newspaper

29/12/2023

https://foroyaa.net/how-a-former-convict-became-a-trainer-at-insight-training-center/

By Nelson Manneh

29/12/2023

https://foroyaa.net/inside-gambias-immigration-racket/

By Yankuba Jallow

15/11/2023

Greetings everyone,

These two pictures are the cover for the special edition of Foroyaa Newspaper. It is called Foroyaa Supplement. There was a first edition and this is the second edition.

This edition covers some of the controversial issues surrounding the Draft Constitution of 2020. The edition covers the issue of secularism, citizenship and some other topics. It is available for D50. We can deliver it to you. In case you need it, you can please let me know.

This supplement is a form of advocacy journalism in a view to usher a Gambia to a Third Republic.

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12/10/2023

Unlocking Africa's Potential: NGOs Unite for Human Rights, Democracy, and Trade
ARUSHA, TANZANIA – The stage is set for a remarkable three-day gathering of champions for human rights, democracy, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The African Centre for Democracy and Human Rights Studies (ACDHRS), in partnership with the African Commission for Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR), proudly announces the "Forum on the Participation of NGOs in the 77th Ordinary Sessions of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights and 42nd African Human Rights Book Fair," taking place from October 16th to 18th, 2023, at the prestigious Arusha International Conference Center.
Diverse voices will converge at this event, bringing together representatives from African civil society and NGOs, international organizations, youth advocates, human rights champions, academics, and media professionals. The common goal is to foster cooperation and strengthen the protection and promotion of human rights in Africa, guided by the theme of "ACCELERATION OF THE AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA IMPLEMENTATION," aligning with the African Union's focus for 2023.
What to Expect: In-depth Insights: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the state of human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in Africa through thought-provoking discussions and presentations.
Network and Partner: Forge meaningful connections and collaborative partnerships with fellow participants and stakeholders, further enhancing the impact of your work.
Recommendations and Resolutions: Propose and adopt recommendations and resolutions that will be presented at the opening of the 77th Ordinary Session, shaping the human rights landscape in Africa.
Annual African Human Rights Book Fair: Delve into the latest publications and research in the field of human rights at the 42nd African Human Rights Book Fair.

30/03/2023

By Yankuba Jallow & Kemeseng Sanneh (KEXX) Correspondences obtained by Foroyaa from the Registrar of Companies (ROC) at the Ministry of Justice have indicated that Vista Bank is not a registered bank in The Gambia. The ROC’s correspondences, which Foroyaa have, confirm that Vista Bank is not in their system. First International Bank Limited is owned by Slok Nigeria Limited. The current bank, Vista, is not in the registry of companies....

By Yankuba Jallow & Kemeseng Sanneh (KEXX) Correspondences obtained by Foroyaa from the Registrar of Companies (ROC) at the Ministry of Justice have indicated that Vista Bank is not a registere…

30/03/2023

In an answer to a question at the National Assembly the Vice President did give contradictory statement which needs further clarification. He indicated that the government will submit the draft constitution for consideration by the National Assembly but added that the said constitution was being reviewed. This confirms that the vice president is talking about the submission of a new draft constitution and not the resubmission of the draft constitution which was rejected at the second reading of the bill in 2020....

In an answer to a question at the National Assembly the Vice President did give contradictory statement which needs further clarification. He indicated that the government will submit the draft con…

30/03/2023

Pathologists are trained to conduct autopsy procedures in order to determine the cause of death. The law provides for coroner’s inquest to be done to establish the cause of death that may need special inquiry. Kidney injuries that occur in a hospital setting leading to death should have motivated the authorities to involve fully qualified pathologists to inquire into the causes of the deaths and coroners’ inquests be done to investigate the causes of the deaths to enable them to pronounce a legal position on the causes of the deaths to prepare the ground for the filing of civil suits against any company responsible for the sale of any medical product resulting in kidney injuries....

Pathologists are trained to conduct autopsy procedures in order to determine the cause of death. The law provides for coroner’s inquest to be done to establish the cause of death that may need spec…

29/03/2023

By: Kebba AF Touray Gambian Lawmakers have passed two bills entitled "Prevention and Prohibition of Torture Bill 2023 and "Legal Mutual Assistance Bill 2023", on Monday 27th and yesterday Tuesday 28th March 2023, respectively. The "Legal Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Bill" which was introduced at the National Assembly in 2019, was debated on and committed to the NA Committee on Human Rights and Constitutional Matters for further scrutiny and report on findings to the plenary....

By: Kebba AF Touray Gambian Lawmakers have passed two bills entitled “Prevention and Prohibition of Torture Bill 2023 and “Legal Mutual Assistance Bill 2023”, on Monday 27th and y…

29/03/2023

The candidates are now set for the April 2023 electoral contest. They have to reconcile their campaign programmes to avoid conflict. They are to commence campaign on Friday 31st March. Both Christians and Muslims in The Gambia are engaged in fasting. This may affect the electorate in the conduct of campaign. The essence of the campaign is to put the candidates and their programmes in front of the people so that they can better weigh their potentials to serve The Gambia....

The candidates are now set for the April 2023 electoral contest. They have to reconcile their campaign programmes to avoid conflict. They are to commence campaign on Friday 31st March. Both Christi…

29/03/2023

Prices are skyrocketing and consumers are complaining. Foroyaa reporters have been taking note of the high prices of essential commodities. It is not uncommon to see the people congregating to buy biscuits and other items from the market without looking at the expiry date of the product. Many supermarkets are now careful in selling expired food. Expired foodstuff find their way in the market....

Prices are skyrocketing and consumers are complaining. Foroyaa reporters have been taking note of the high prices of essential commodities. It is not uncommon to see the people congregating to buy …

28/03/2023

By Sariba Manneh Officials of the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC), yesterday Monday 27th March 2023, briefed members of the press on their new tariff which will take effect on 10th of April 2023. Speaking at the Press Conference, Nawec director Mr Nani Juwara said since 2015, the company has maintained the old tariff. According to him, the “reasons for the new tariff is because of the current market crisis and things are not the same all over the world." He said globally, fuel prices and the cost of materials have increased particularly in the case of Nawec....

By Sariba Manneh Officials of the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC), yesterday Monday 27th March 2023, briefed members of the press on their new tariff which will take effect on 10th o…

28/03/2023

By Nelson Manneh The Independent Electoral Commission has endorsed the nominations of three hundred and sixty-six candidates nationwide for the upcoming Councillorship elections scheduled in April 2023. The Independent Electoral Commission commenced nominations of candidates on the 14th March, 2023 and ended its nominations on the 25th March, 2023. Brikama Administrative Area has twenty-eight seats, Kanifing Administrative Area has nineteen seats, Banjul Administrative Area has nine seats, Mansakonko Administrative Area has twelve seats, Janjanbureh Administrative Area has twenty-two seats, Kerewan Administrative Area has sixteen seats and Basse Administrative Area has fourteen seats....

By Nelson Manneh The Independent Electoral Commission has endorsed the nominations of three hundred and sixty-six candidates nationwide for the upcoming Councillorship elections scheduled in April …

28/03/2023

The number of council seats is 120. 366 candidates have been nominated to participate in the elections. No single seat has been left uncontested. A review of the list of candidates would reveal that out of the 366 candidates 56 are females while 310 are males. Party Representation reveals that out of the 19 registered political parties 12 parties have nominated in candidates....

The number of council seats is 120. 366 candidates have been nominated to participate in the elections. No single seat has been left uncontested. A review of the list of candidates would reveal tha…

28/03/2023

The Gambia operates on the basis of the principle of law. Section 160(1)(c) indicates that, The auditor general shall “ at least once in every year audit and report on the public accounts of The Gambia, the accounts of all offices and authorities of the Government of The Gambia, the accounts of the courts, the accounts of the National Assembly and the accounts of all Public Enterprises.”...

The Gambia operates on the basis of the principle of law. Section 160(1)(c) indicates that, The auditor general shall “ at least once in every year audit and report on the public accounts of The Ga…

27/03/2023

By Nelson Manneh The most recent Afrobarometer survey indicates that a majority of Gambians are dissatisfied with the pace of Public Sector Reforms (PSRs) initiated by the government since 2017, as a way of reorganising the public service, with respondents highlighting problems with public servants including having to pay bribes for such services in most instances. “Majority of the citizens give the government negative ratings on its performance in public service delivery....

By Nelson Manneh The most recent Afrobarometer survey indicates that a majority of Gambians are dissatisfied with the pace of Public Sector Reforms (PSRs) initiated by the government since 2017, as…

27/03/2023

By Kemeseng Sanneh (KEXX) The Attorney General and Minister of Justice has pressed thirty-nine (39) criminal charges including official corruption and corrupt practices against five (5) employees of the Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation (SSHFC). The accused persons are Amie Sarr, Modou K. Sarr, Caroline Siga Sarr, Andrew Demba and Alagie Fatty. They are charged with conspiracy, official corruption, corrupt practices and abuse of office....

By Kemeseng Sanneh (KEXX) The Attorney General and Minister of Justice has pressed thirty-nine (39) criminal charges including official corruption and corrupt practices against five (5) employees o…

27/02/2023

By Kemeseng Sanneh (KEXX) State Counsels from the Ministry of Justice have informed the high court they are searching for Khadija Kebbeh to arrest her, but they do not know her whereabouts. Kebbeh, a former employee of GACH Global is charged with one count of money laundering and three counts of stealing by the State but she is yet to be apprehended....

By Kemeseng Sanneh (KEXX) State Counsels from the Ministry of Justice have informed the high court they are searching for Khadija Kebbeh to arrest her, but they do not know her whereabouts. Kebbeh,…