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International Day of Older Persons 2025: Older persons driving local and global action

International Day of Older Persons 2025: Older persons driving local and global action

SLOVENIA, October 1 - The theme highlights the important role that older people play in building resilient and just societies. Older people are a diverse group who are not just passive recipients of services, but active shapers of society and...

Owner:  Slovenian Government
Somalia, Gambia leaders say AI as potential “key” game-changer
Gambian Man, First Non-U.S. National Convicted of Torture, Sentenced to More Than 67 Years in Prison

Gambian Man, First Non-U.S. National Convicted of Torture, Sentenced to More Than 67 Years in Prison

Michael Sang Correa, 46, was sentenced today to 810 months in prison by Senior Judge Christine M. Arguello for the District of Colorado after being convicted of one count of conspiracy to commit torture and five counts of torture. Correa’s actions...

Owner:  American Government
Words into Action: Supporting Disaster Risk Assessments at National and Local Levels

Words into Action: Supporting Disaster Risk Assessments at National and Local Levels

Throughout all the sessions, UNDRR Risk Specialist Mr. Adam Fysh provided an overview of the NDRA Guide as a comprehensive framework for conducting disaster risk assessments at national and local levels, serving as a tool to support practitioners...

Owner:  United Nations
Ilham Aliyev received Italian delegation led by Minister for Enterprises and Made in Italy in Mingachevir

Ilham Aliyev received Italian delegation led by Minister for Enterprises and Made in Italy in Mingachevir

AZERBAIJAN, June 24 - From Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of the Gambia His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Your Excellency, Please allow me to first extend sincere and fraternal greetings, on behalf...

Owner:  Azerbaijani Government
Gambian Man Convicted on Torture Charges

Gambian Man Convicted on Torture Charges

A Colorado jury convicted a Gambian national, Michael Sang Correa, on torture charges for his participation in the torture of numerous victims in The Gambia in 2006, including through beating and flesh burning, because of the victims’ purported...

Owner:  American Government
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Gambia, others set stage for sustainable tourism at WTM London 2025

Gambia, others set stage for sustainable tourism at WTM London 2025

- Advertisement - France, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Greece, Ecuador, Kenya, the Philippines, The Gambia, India, and Nepal are setting the stage for sustainable tourism at WTM London 2025. These countries are showcasing their commitment to...

Owner:  Sheriff Bojang
Gambia wins Best Stand Design Award at WTM London 2025

Gambia wins Best Stand Design Award at WTM London 2025

Nov 6, 2025, 2:23 PM | Article By: Yunus S. Saliu The Gambia, proudly showcasing its global tourism brand “The Smiling Coast of Africa,” has been awarded the WTM London 2025 Best Stand Design at the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, held at...

Owner:  Pap Saine & Baba Hydara
How countries can be held responsible for staying within new legal climate target of 1.5°C

How countries can be held responsible for staying within new legal climate target of 1.5°C

Global emissions need to peak this year to stay within 1.5°C of global temperature rise since pre-industrial levels. This means that starting now, countries need to emit less greenhouse gas. Emissions also need to be cut in half by 2030 to prevent...

Owner:  The Conversation Media Group
Introduction and Accreditation for All Journalists in The Gambia

Introduction and Accreditation for All Journalists in The Gambia

Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, Minister of Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services, recently announced the government’s plan to regulate the media landscape through reforms that will require accreditation for all journalists in The Gambia. Set to be...

Owner:  The Voice Media Company Ltd
The pulpit and the palace: When faith becomes a political tool

The pulpit and the palace: When faith becomes a political tool

- Advertisement - By Jali Keeba Faith is the heartbeat of Gambian life. From the first adhan before sunrise to the blessings whispered at night, religion is woven into our identity. It shapes how we live, how we speak, and how we see the world....

Owner:  Sheriff Bojang
Unchecked Democracy Could Result in State Collapse – Political Scientist

Unchecked Democracy Could Result in State Collapse – Political Scientist

By Kemo Kanyi Dr. Biran Gai, a political scientist has observed that if democracy is not checked, it could lead to the collapse of a state, while causing inherent dysfunctionalities in state institutions or mechanisms of the state. In an exclusive...

Owner:  The Voice Media Company Ltd
The Gambia Wins Best Stand Design Award at WTM London 2025

The Gambia Wins Best Stand Design Award at WTM London 2025

By: Yunus S. Saliu The Gambia, proudly showcasing its global tourism brand “The Smiling Coast of Africa,” has been awarded the WTM London 2025 Best Stand Design at the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, held at Excel London on Wednesday, 5th...

Owner:  The Voice Media Company Ltd
IMCTC, Gambia Launch Joint Counterterrorism Training Program

IMCTC, Gambia Launch Joint Counterterrorism Training Program

By: Fatou Krubally The Islamic Military Counterterrorism Coalition (IMCTC), in partnership with the Government of The Gambia Wednesday launched a 15-day military counterterrorism training program. The training program was designed to strengthen...

Owner:  The Voice Media Company Ltd
The Gambia Showcases Development Priorities at UNESCO General Conference in Uzbekistan

The Gambia Showcases Development Priorities at UNESCO General Conference in Uzbekistan

By: Yunus S. Saliu The Gambia has joined member states of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) at its 43rd General Conference, currently taking place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. This year’s gathering marks a...

Owner:  The Voice Media Company Ltd
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