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The government on Monday formally opened a national symposium on open science, an initiative officials say is central to improving research capacity and fostering innovation. The event, held at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center, was convened by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology and brought together policymakers, academics, researchers, librarians, information technology specialists, and international partners. kerrfatou.com/gambia-opens-o…

A special committee of The Gambia’s National Assembly has recommended the liquidation of companies linked to former President Yahya Jammeh and called for renewed efforts to recover financial losses incurred by the state. Presenting the committee’s report to lawmakers on Monday, the chairperson, Abdoulie Ceesay, said firms identified by the Janneh Commission and subsequently endorsed by the government should be wound down without delay. kerrfatou.com/na-panel-urges…

The Never Again Network hereby declares for the public record that we are totally and unequivocally opposed to President Adama Barrow’s decision to seek a third term in office. We also join the chorus of voices opposed to the planned media regulation laws. We are opposed to Barrow’s third-term bid because it jeopardizes the short, medium or long-term peace, security, and stability of The Gambia. We further believe that if he runs for a third term and wins, he is likely to seek a fourth, fifth, and even sixth term. In the long run, his overstaying in power will inevitably cause insecurity and strife in this country. kerrfatou.com/never-again-ne…

The National Assembly on Monday approved a motion calling for an investigation into Abubacarr M. Tambedou, the former attorney general and minister of justice, over alleged violations of the Public Finance Act, moving away from an earlier recommendation for criminal proceedings. The motion, introduced by the Majority Leader and member for Kantora, Billy G. Tunkara, would have the executive branch conduct the inquiry under the supervision of the Director of Public Prosecutions. kerrfatou.com/national-assem…

The chairperson of the National Assembly’s special committee investigating the sale and disposal of assets linked to former President Yahya Jammeh told lawmakers on Monday that a section of the panel’s report had been inadvertently omitted and formally submitted the missing portion for consideration. The additional material, the chairperson, Abdoulie Ceesay, said, contains the committee’s findings and recommendations on companies, equity holdings, and a category of items described as “additional assets.” kerrfatou.com/special-commit…

President Adama Barrow on Monday renewed a long-standing pledge to construct a bridge linking Banjul and Barra as he presided over the commissioning of a new ferry intended to ease chronic transport bottlenecks along one of the country’s busiest crossings. Speaking to residents of the North Bank Region, Mr. Barrow said the newly inaugurated vessel, named Barra, would not be the government’s final intervention. Another ferry, to be called Banjul, is expected to follow, he said, even as he reiterated plans for a permanent bridge that would ultimately replace the crossing. kerrfatou.com/president-vows…

The leader of the Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC), Mama Kandeh, on Sunday, March 22, 2026, addressed supporters on the findings of a recent CepRass survey and the prospects of a political coalition ahead of future elections. Speaking publicly for the first time on the matter during a gathering in Kiti Village, where he joined supporters for congregational prayers, Kandeh shared his reaction to the survey results and what he described as efforts to undermine his party. kerrfatou.com/mama-kandeh-re…

President Adama Barrow on Monday defended his tenure, asserting that his “only crime” is being elected president, and criticized those who believe the nation’s highest office should be reserved for elites. Speaking at the commissioning of a new ferry in Barra, Mr. Barrow said his detractors assume leadership should be confined to residents of affluent areas like Pipeline and Fajara. “I know that I have done no wrongdoing to anyone. I have not killed, arrested, or harassed anyone, yet some believe only those from certain neighborhoods should hold the presidency,” he said. kerrfatou.com/president-barr…

The leader of the Gambia Democratic Congress, Hon. Mama Kandeh, called on President Adama Barrow to urge his supporters to refrain from insulting political opponents, warning that such rhetoric risks inflaming tensions ahead of the 2026 elections. Speaking at a meeting with supporters on Sunday in Kiti village in the West Coast Region, Mr. Kandeh said that while political criticism is a legitimate part of democratic discourse, personal attacks should be off limits. kerrfatou.com/gdc-leader-urg…

Gambia’s Minister of Local Government, Lands and Religious Affairs, Hamat N.K. Bah, on Friday called on Muslim Imams to pray for President Adama Barrow’s victory in the 2026 elections, praising the president’s leadership as a source of “peace and prosperity” for the country. kerrfatou.com/minister-bah-u…

The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology will host the annual conference and general assembly of the West and Central African Research and Education Network from March 23 to 27, 2026, bringing together policymakers, researchers, and university leaders from across the continent. The gathering, to be held at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre, will focus on expanding digital infrastructure, advancing open science, and fostering innovation. Organizers say discussions will center on the theme, “Connected Futures: Advancing Africa’s Digital Sovereignty Through Open Collaboration.” kerrfatou.com/the-gambia-to-…

President Adama Barrow on Sunday pledged to expand support for youth development through sports, education, and skills training, underscoring his government’s commitment to creating opportunities for young people. Speaking during the final of the “President Barrow Ramadan Peace Tournament” at Serrekunda West Park, Mr. Barrow said increased investment in sports infrastructure and participation remained a priority. kerrfatou.com/president-barr…

There is a certain irony in the legal history of professional advertising. The prohibition against lawyers publicly promoting their services was never rooted in ethics. It originated from snobbery, a Victorian-era attitude inherited from the English legal tradition, where the practice of law was considered a gentleman’s calling, far too dignified to be marketed like fish at a market stall. England has long moved beyond this mindset. The Gambia has not. kerrfatou.com/the-rule-brita…

The Gambia Immigration Department said on Thursday that an armed man in military-style camouflage disrupted an operation to intercept a boat carrying suspected irregular migrants off the coast of Kartong, in what authorities described as a troubling escalation in migrant-smuggling tactics. According to the department, officers from the Tanji Immigration Border Patrol Unit, working under the Kartong Immigration Post, were carrying out an intelligence-led operation early Thursday when they approached a vessel roughly four kilometers offshore. The boat, officials said, held a large group of migrants, two outboard engines, and a man dressed in a camouflage uniform and armed with a rifle. kerrfatou.com/armed-man-inte…

Justice Ebrima Jaiteh of the High Court has ordered the Inspector General of Police to produce CCTV footage in the ongoing rape trial involving Ass Malick Njie, a former security officer at QCell Headquarters along Kairaba Avenue. Njie is facing a serious charge of allegedly raping a 12-year-old boy. The alleged incident is said to have occurred on QCell’s premises while he was serving as a security guard. kerrfatou.com/justice-jaiteh…

President Adama Barrow on Friday reaffirmed his commitment to accelerating development across the country, telling a gathering of Muslim elders in the capital that his government would press ahead with major projects even as international advisers urge restraint. Speaking at the State House after the meeting, Mr. Barrow said recent discussions with officials from the International Monetary Fund had included advice to slow the pace of public investment. He rejected that guidance, framing rapid development as a core obligation of his administration. kerrfatou.com/barrow-meeting…

The prosecution in the criminal case against former military officer Sanna Manjang has withdrawn all conspiracy charges, narrowing its case to four counts related to alleged acts of violence, according to a further amended indictment filed in court. kerrfatou.com/state-drops-co…

President Adama Barrow on Thursday called for unity, political restraint, and compassion in a message marking the end of Ramadan, as Muslims across The Gambia prepared to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. In a nationally broadcast address delivered on the eve of the holiday, Mr. Barrow extended congratulations to Muslims observing the festival, locally known as Koriteh, and thanked religious leaders for guiding worshipers through the fasting month. kerrfatou.com/barrow-urges-u…

The World Bank has announced the appointment of Djibrilla Issa as Division Director for Senegal, Mauritania, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, and The Gambia. In his new role, Issa will oversee the institution’s engagement across the five countries, working closely with governments, development partners, and key stakeholders to advance priority development initiatives. His mandate will focus on fostering an enabling environment for private sector-led job creation, supported by targeted investments in infrastructure, agribusiness, digital connectivity, and human capital to promote inclusive and sustainable growth. kerrfatou.com/world-bank-app…

Bakary K. Badjie, National Assembly Member for Foni Bintang Karanai, has called on President Adama Barrow to engage in dialogue with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to address the ongoing conflict between Casamance rebels and Senegalese forces, which has forced residents in Foni border communities to flee their homes. Speaking on Politic Kachaa with Ebrima Jarra on Kerr Fatou, Badjie emphasized that discussions between the two leaders are critical to resolving the crisis, which poses a direct threat to the safety and well-being of Gambian citizens in the area. kerrfatou.com/foni-bintang-k…