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11/23/2024

Citizenship Revoked: What Went Wrong for the Citizens?

Pep Guardiola described Manchester City's 4-0 loss to Tottenham as unacceptable, marking their fifth straight defeat, stating, "We are fragile at the moment; we could not defend properly."

11/23/2024

KMC Launches D30 Million Project Leveraging Google Plus Codes to Improve Waste Management in Kanifing Municipal Council

11/23/2024

Food Poisoning Kills at Least 23 Children in SA

The South African government reported that food poisonings have sickened around 900 people and killed nearly two dozen children since September.

Six young children, all under 8, died shortly after sharing snacks from a corner store, adding to the toll of this crisis.

President Cyril Ramaphosa declared the situation a national disaster, revealing in a televised address that the cause is believed to be a pesticide used to combat rat infestations in neglected townships.

Expired and counterfeit food products have also been implicated, according to grieving families and residents.

The outbreak's widespread impact and reported deaths have compelled South Africa’s leaders to confront the failures of government departments responsible for food safety, waste disposal, and small business regulations.

In a news conference with multiple cabinet ministers from various sectors, the government declared an emergency.

Officials are inspecting stores and visiting grieving families in townships, where residents have expressed anger toward shop owners, many of whom are immigrants.

11/23/2024

GID and Navy Intercept Over 100 Migrants & Boat Captains in Major Operation Against Irregular Migration

11/23/2024

Momodou Cham, also known as Mc Cham Junior, the councillor for Business and Tailoring at the Kanifing Municipal Council, has said the ongoing presidential nationwide ‘Meet The People’s Tour’ is a “waste of taxpayers' funds.”

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11/23/2024

Gambia’s Information Minister, Dr Ismaila Ceesay, has addressed the speculation surrounding the proposed 30% salary increment announced by President Adama Barrow.

During a press conference in Basse, Dr. Ceesay clarified that this salary increment would not apply to everyone, noting that it is specifically aimed at low-income earners.

“To set the record straight, ministers are not part of this salary increment. This is only for civil servants from grade 1 to 12 level,” he said.

11/23/2024

Minister of Information Hosts Press Conference on President's Engaging Meet-the-People Tour

11/23/2024

Coming up: Press Conference on 2024 Meet The People's Tour

11/23/2024

Ambitious Rice Production Project Poised to Transform The Gambia's Food Security Landscape

11/22/2024

11/22/2024

Breaking News: Former Barcelona legend Javier Mascherano is reportedly the frontrunner to become Inter Miami's new manager following Tata Martino's resignation after their MLS playoff exit.

Currently contracted as Argentina's U20 coach until the end of 2024, Mascherano is open to a long-term deal with Inter Miami, marking his potential first senior club management role.

If appointed, he will reunite with former Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suárez.

11/22/2024

Reports from Senegal this morning indicate that the coordination of UASZ students at the Assange Seck University in Ziguinchor held an unlimited strike demanding the opening of social and educational campuses, scholarships, and the improvement of catering services, among others.

Several things were set on fire, including vehicles belonging to the administration and serious injuries have been reported.

Reports say clashes between police and students blocking access took place at the said place as well.

11/22/2024

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11/22/2024

Macron Slammed for Calling Haiti's Transitional Council 'Total Morons'

French President Emmanuel Macron sparked controversy after calling Haiti's transitional council "total morons" for ousting Prime Minister Garry Conille, a decision he described as "terrible."

The comments, made during a conversation at the G20 summit in Brazil, were caught on video and widely shared on social media. In the footage, Macron also criticized Haitians for "letting drug trafficking take over," claiming, "Quite frankly, it was the Haitians who killed Haiti."

These remarks have drawn backlash, with Haiti's Foreign Ministry summoning French Ambassador Antoine Michon to address the "unacceptable" comments, according to France24.

11/22/2024

The United Democratic Party (UDP), led by Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, has announced a nationwide tour starting on November 28, 2024.

The tour will begin in Lower Niumi Constituency with visits to Samba Kalla and Pakau Njogu, followed by meetings and courtesy calls to community leaders. The tour, aimed at engaging with citizens and the media, will conclude with a General Meeting in Banjul on December 15, 2024.

11/22/2024

During the 2024 Meet the People’s Tour in Jokadou, local councilor Fatou Bah urged President Adama Barrow to provide chairs for schools in her community, highlighting that while schools were built, students lacked proper seating.

She also called for further empowerment of women and youth, stating, “We have seen your support for women, but we want more.” President Barrow responded by emphasizing his government's progress in education, including building 4,500 classrooms since 2017 and offering scholarships to over 2,300 students at the University of The Gambia.

The President reassured the residents of his commitment to addressing their needs.

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11/22/2024

Empowering Kanifing East Students with Recycling, Waste Reduction, and a Love for Reading

A recent outreach event at Kanifing East Upper and Senior Secondary School focused on environmental sustainability and literacy, organized by the Foundation for Climate Action and Literacy with partners GreenUp Gambia, Support Your Own Gambian Foundation, and Jollof Mentorship.

Students were encouraged to adopt sustainable practices, like recycling and reducing waste, and were motivated to develop a passion for reading. The Foundation donated books to the school’s library and a passion fruit tree as a symbol of growth.

"Small actions can lead to long-lasting positive changes," said a Foundation representative, emphasizing the power of education and environmental responsibility.

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11/22/2024

The Gambia Immigration Department has vowed to prosecute seven suspected migrant boat captains intercepted in Barra on November 20, 2024, following intelligence from a Senegalese police officer.

Siman Lowe, the department's Public Relations Officer, stated, "We are going to ensure that we make every effort to prosecute these individuals for participating in this irregular migration route."

The interception also led to the seizure of a boat, 150 liters of fuel, and a boat engine. Additionally, on November 18, 2024, 11 migrants, including two minors, were intercepted in Kartong.

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