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KMC Mayor Talib Bensouda Joins UDP Presidential Race
By Fatou Krubally The political landscape in The Gambia is shifting as Talib Ahmed Bensouda, the Mayor of Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), has officially entered the race to become the United Democratic Party’s (UDP)’s flag bearer for the 2026...

2027 Elections: Goodluck Jonathan’s Strategic Moves Toward Presidency Gain Momentum, Engages Influential Nigerians, Meets Babangida
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, the political landscape is already witnessing intense maneuvering, with former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan emerging as a central figure in the unfolding drama. According to credible sources,...

Banjul North NAM Vows to Challenge Gambia’s Public Order Act After Youth Arrests Spark Public Outcry
- Advertisement - Written by: Alieu Jallow The National Assembly Member (NAM) for Banjul North, Modou Lamin B. Bah, in an exclusive interview with The Fatu Network, pledged to challenge The Gambia’s controversial Public Order Act when it is...

Kenyans React After Harambee Stars Humbling Loss Against Gambia
Any hype generated from Kenya’s exploits in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament quickly faded after Harambee Stars were beaten 3-1 by Gambia in a World Cup qualifier match. Before the game, fans were in high spirits, with most...
Political survival in Africa: Gambia in spotlight
In the African political system, internal democracy is often under the influence of the leadership of the Political Party. There is no room as such for collectivity as the personality and influence of the leader of the Party matters. There is no...

Minister Drammeh hails gov’t 17% enrolment surge with extra 387 classrooms
She made the remarks on Monday at the Mansa Kunda Ministerial Town Hall, where she described education as the cornerstone of national development. Minister Drammeh revealed that student enrollment has risen from 710,504 in 2020 to 830,895 in 2025,...

Gambia to Host CAVB U18 Youth Development Cup, International Referee Course
By: Kemo Kanyi The Gambia is set to host the CAVB U18 Youth Development Cup, a major continental beach volleyball tournament that will bring together top youth talent from across Africa. The event will run from September 2 to 7, 2025, and is part...

Power supply fairly stable, we are even exporting — Energy Minister
Ghana’s energy sector is enjoying relative stability, with surplus power now being exported to neighbouring countries, Minister of Energy and Green Transition John Abdulai Jinapor has announced. He said government remains focused on achieving...

Highlights and goals of Kenya 1-3 Gambia in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
END OF COVERAGE Thank you for joining us in the coverage of this Matchday 7 clash between Kenya and Gambia in Group F of the African Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Stay tuned for all the latest sports news on Vavel.com. See you next time!...

Major concern as top Brighton star injured during international break
All the latest team and injury news for Brighton and Hove Albion Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh appears to have sustained an injury during the international break. Minteh, 21, was in action for Gambia during their 3-1 World Cup qualifying win...
Government Actions on AKI Victims Hinge on Court Rulings, Says Minister Keita
By Nelson Manneh The Gambian government’s response to the 2022 Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) outbreak, which claimed the lives of over 60 children, will be guided by ongoing court proceedings, Finance Minister Seedy Keita said on Friday. The remarks...

Power supply stable, surplus being exported -Energy Minister
Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, says Ghana's power supply system is now stable, with surplus energy being exported. At a press briefing during the 7th Meeting of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Regional...

Mpox no longer international health emergency but remains concern in Africa
Published On 5 Sep 20255 Sep 2025 Mpox is no longer an international health emergency, the World Health Organization (WHO) chief has said after experts reported a decline in infections from the dangerous disease in hot spots across Africa. There...

Reality check for Harambee Stars after humbling home defeat to Gambia
Harambee Stars' Sylvester Ahono and Yankuba Minteh of Gambia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match ongoing at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. Gambia leading 3-0 at half time.[Jonah Onyango, Standard] Harambee Stars were handed a...

Harambee Stars' World Cup dream extinguished after humbling defeat to Gambia
Audio By Vocalize By Cameron IsemeHarambee Stars’ dream of making it to the 2026 FIFA World Cup was officially extinguished on Friday following a 3-1 drubbing to The Gambia in a CAF Group F qualifier at Kasarani Stadium. The Scorpions, under the...

Weapon of the Weak: Lawfare and State Power in the International Court of Justice
Weapon of the Weak: Lawfare and State Power in the International Court of Justice By: Jill I. Goldenziel, Sean Michael Blochberger, and Tyler Granholm Harvard International Law Journal- Volume 66, Number 2, Spring 2025 “Conventional wisdom holds...

Kenya vs Gambia: Preview & Score Prediction
Kenya host Gambia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Moi International Sports Centre. Date & Time: Friday, September 5 – 13:00 GMT (16:00 Kenya time) How to Watch: KBC Kenya are looking to build on their recent quarter-final run at the...

Gambia’s desperate local fishermen attack foreign vessels
- Advertisement - Kawsu Leigh writhed in pain on the fishing boat, his burned skin as mottled as the paint on the deck beneath him. Raw and slick, the burns covered large parts of his upper body. His day began as normal, with a shift on one of the...

It’s a must-win for Harambee Stars against Gambia
Harambee Stars will take on the Scorpion of The Gambia today in a must-win Group F clash for the home side at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. Kenya, who lies 4th in the group on 6 points, must beat Gambia and Seychelles next Tuesday...

Business News | Merck Foundation CEO Meets The Gambia First Lady & 13 First Ladies of Africa and Asia at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit
BusinessWire India Banjul [Gambia]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It...