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People smuggling gang suspect 'raked in millions while on Universal Credit'
Leeds Live
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July 3, 2025
Seven members of a suspected people smuggling gang - with some based in West Yorkshire - have been arrested after allegedly making millions of pounds from facilitating the illegal entry of hundreds of foreign nationals into the UK. The group is...
Harambee Stars to warm up for 2024 CHAN in Arusha
NTV Kenya
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Harambee Stars to warm up for 2024 CHAN in Arusha After naming a 30-man provisional squad for the delayed 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), Kenya has now shifted its focus to preparing for the 19-team tournament reserved for players plying...
Former ADB Official says Iran War Threatens Donor Support for West Africa
The Voice Gambia
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July 2, 2025
By: Nyima Sillah Dr. Lamin Manneh, former senior official at the African Development Bank (ADB), has warned that the ongoing war involving Iran is creating serious financial consequences for West African countries, as it is shifting global donor...
Turo Darboe invests over D3M in Jarra Jassong
The Point
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According to VDF’s director of Operations and Public Relation Office, Saihou Fofana, this development is just the beginning as VDF plans to install street lights in some villages and also ensure that some communities enjoy access to potable water...
Historical Georgetown inscribed into UNESCO’s prestigious network of places of history
The Point
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Launched in 2024, the Network aims to support the preservation of important sites tied to the history of enslavement and the slave trade, benefiting local communities and fostering a broader understanding of this history. An affiliated...
Royal Air Maroc Restores Munich to Casablanca Nonstop Service
FTN News
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July 4, 2025
Royal Air Maroc is set to strengthen connections between Europe and Africa by restoring its nonstop service between Munich and Casablanca. Beginning October 20, 2025, Morocco’s national carrier will once again operate flights linking Germany’s...
Testimony of Police FIU personnel into $30M Russian petroleum saga
The Standard Gambia
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July 3, 2025
- Advertisement - Witness Testimony Police FIU The Committee asked the witness whether he had a signed copy of his written statement. In his response, the witness stated that he did, and subsequently submitted a copy to the Committee. Upon the...
NUL Innovation Hub bolsters patent power for local innovators
Public Eye
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July 1, 2025
MOSA MAOENG MASERU – The National University of Lesotho (NUL) Innovation Hub is now better equipped to help local innovators secure patents after specialized training in drafting and prosecution, advancing the country’s strategy to leverage...
Health Committee Chairperson Introduces Bill to Expedite Medicine Registration Process
Foroyaa Newspaper
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June 30, 2025
By Kebba AF Touray The Chairperson of the National Assembly Select Committee on Health, Hon. Amadou Camara, yesterday Thursday 26th June 2025, introduced the Bill entitled ‘Medicine and Related Product Bill 2025’. The introduction of the Bill...
FEGAMY opens camp to empower Muslim youth
The Point
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As part of their preparations, an orientation was held at Doha Hall in Kanifing Layout to welcome new members and inspire youth involvement in Islamic leadership and development. The session was aimed at educating new members about their rights,...
7 Years of Fire and Purpose: ACC Commissioner Francis Ben Kaifala’s Unyielding War on Corruption
Sierraloaded
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June 29, 2025
Seven years ago, on a day like this, Sierra Leone began writing a bold new chapter in the war against corruption, one inked not in fear or compromise, but in audacity, reform, and relentless pursuit of integrity. That chapter began with the...
Deux responsables gouvernementaux nient avoir qualifié le présumé tireur du PIU de « rebelle de Casamance »
The Voice Gambia
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July 3, 2025
Par: Nicholas Bass Le Directeur général adjoint de la police, Momodou Sowe, et le conseiller à la sécurité nationale, Abubakarr Suleiman Jeng, ont tous deux nié mardi avoir qualifié Ousainou Bojang de « rebelle de Casamance ». Ils ont fait cette...
Child Fund support to communities!
The Point
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In view of this, they deserve better education, health and wellbeing to realise these goals. Children embody hope for a better future, bringing new ideas, perspectives, and the potential for positive change. Thus, the society owes a great debt to...
SDF hands over tractors worth over D8.5M to farmers
The Point
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As a farmers’ cooperative association, this credit (loan) initiative is championed by the SDF to empower local farmers, with Swe-Gam Limited responsible for procurement and supply. The initiative aligns with the Rural Rice Value Chain Project...
Sen. Kyari: Driving Tinubu’s agenda for agricultural renaissance, by Sufuyan Ojeifo
Eagle Online
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June 27, 2025
For a nation that once towered as West Africa’s agricultural beacon, Nigeria’s gradual slide into food import dependency was an unheralded catastrophe, largely accepted with a shrug and managed through unsustainable quick fixes. Today, however,...
Training programme launched to strengthen research in Higher Education
The Point
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The initiative, launched at the Ministry’s conference room in Kanifing, is titled: “Institutional and Human Capabilities Building in Basic Sciences, Technology, Research, Innovation and Engineering to Enhance Knowledge for Sustainable...
Cultural splendour ignites Kudang: A weekend of Munkutuwo magic!
The Standard Gambia
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July 1, 2025
- Advertisement - By Muhammed Jallow Kudang, Niamina East, a town where the earth hums with ancestral songs, where the trees whisper wisdom passed through generations, and where the spirit of unity glows like fire at dawn Kudang has once again...
Harambee Stars coach McCarthy unveils CHAN squad
NTV Kenya
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Harambee Stars coach Benny McCarthy has announced a 30-man provisional squad that will compete in the delayed 2024 Africa Nations Championship (CHAN). The biennial competition reserved for players competing in their domestic leagues will be...
A reflection on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement
The Standard Gambia
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July 1, 2025
- Advertisement - By Ansumana Darboe Article 6 of the Paris Agreement could change everything for communities fighting climate change, if they know how to Use it. Right now, in places where the earth meets the sea, where forests breathe life into...
Merck Foundation Chairman, CEO, And 14 First Ladies Inaugurate The 7Th Edition Of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiati...
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- AETOSWire) (BUSINESS WIRE ) -- Merck Foundation , the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was inaugurated by...