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POLITICS — Guinea reaffirms resolve to African unity, ties with Gambia (Thepoint)SPORTS — Gambia moves to transform Slave Trade Heritage sites into year-round economic hub (Thepoint)POLITICS — Ambassador Bah addresses 55th Annual Legislative Confab of Congressional Black Caucus (Thepoint)SPORTS — Sami appeals for agricultural support, health, security and water (Thepoint)POLITICS — Senegal heavy downpour claims lives, President Faye expresses condolences (Thepoint)WORLD — UDP questions NPP's response to its transparency demands to IEC (Thepoint)SCIENCE — Barrow commissions Wassu Skills Centre, says skills will end migration (Thepoint)POLITICS — Gov't secures 21MW generators to ease power crisis (Thepoint)POLITICS — Guinea reaffirms resolve to African unity, ties with Gambia (Thepoint)SPORTS — Gambia moves to transform Slave Trade Heritage sites into year-round economic hub (Thepoint)POLITICS — Ambassador Bah addresses 55th Annual Legislative Confab of Congressional Black Caucus (Thepoint)SPORTS — Sami appeals for agricultural support, health, security and water (Thepoint)POLITICS — Senegal heavy downpour claims lives, President Faye expresses condolences (Thepoint)WORLD — UDP questions NPP's response to its transparency demands to IEC (Thepoint)SCIENCE — Barrow commissions Wassu Skills Centre, says skills will end migration (Thepoint)POLITICS — Gov't secures 21MW generators to ease power crisis (Thepoint)

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Guinea reaffirms resolve to African unity, ties with Gambia Thepoint

Guinea reaffirms resolve to African unity, ties with Gambia

Speaking on behalf of the Republic of Guinea, Chargé d'Affaires Amadou Lansana Camara underscored Guinea's call for stronger regional institutions and expressed gratitude to The Gambia for its hospitality toward the Guinean community. Mr. Camara recalled the message delivered in Conakry last September by Dr. Morissanda Kouyaté, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration and Guineans Abroad, who urged the restructuring of ECOWAS and the African Union, along with a review of their protocols. "It is time to translate words into decisions," he emphasized. Addressing Guineans living in The Gambia, Mr. Camara praised their contributions in business, transport, education, healthcare, and family life. He reminded them of their responsibilities as the "first face of Guinea in The Gambia," urging respect for Gambian laws, proper documentation, and restraint from involvement in domestic political debates. "Hospitality is repaid through good conduct, unity, solidarity, and mutual respect," he said. The Chargé d'Affaires expressed appreciation to the Gambian government for its consistent support of the Guinean community and acknowledged the efforts of non-Guineans who contribute to strengthening bilateral ties. "Nothing you do goes unnoticed," he assured, promising to convey their contributions to the relevant authorities. Reflecting on Guinea's historic decision of 2 October 1958 to assert independence, Mr. Camara declared: "That yes has not grown old. It brings us together this evening under these very good conditions of life. God is Great."

2 hours ago · 2 min read
Gambia moves to transform Slave Trade Heritage sites into year-round economic hub

Gambia moves to transform Slave Trade Heritage sites into year-round economic hub

Thepoint · 1 hours ago
Ambassador Bah addresses 55th Annual Legislative Confab of Congressional Black Caucus

Ambassador Bah addresses 55th Annual Legislative Confab of Congressional Black Caucus

Thepoint · 1 hours ago
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Sami appeals for agricultural support, health, security and water Thepoint

Sami appeals for agricultural support, health, security and water

Natives of Sami District in the Central River Region have appealed to President Adama Barrow for support in agriculture, livestock, health, security, water, education and youth development during his Meet the People Tour meeting at Kalleng Jawbeh. Papa Komma, Alkalo of Tanko Kunda, thanked the government for roads and electricity but said challenges remain. "We are thankful for the roads and electricity that have been provided. However, we still have other concerns," he said. Komma appealed for agricultural support, noting that being surrounded by the river on both sides limits farming. "We are appealing to the government, particularly in the area of agriculture. If you look at the landscape of Sami District, both in the east and west we are surrounded by the river. This makes our agricultural activities very limited," he said. He said cattle rearers lack water points and the district's six seed storage facilities are in poor condition and infested with maggots, making it difficult to preserve harvests. On security, Komma cited vulnerable borders and recurring livestock theft, appealing to the Minister of Interior for a Police Intervention Unit (PIU). "Our borders are vulnerable, and we are greatly affected by theft. People steal our livestock and other property," he said. He also appealed for a fire and rescue service and an ambulance for emergencies, particularly for pregnant women trying to reach Bansang Hospital across the river. "The roads are now good, but we do not have an ambulance. When a woman goes into labour and needs to be taken to Bansang, it is often very difficult," he said. Pa Jagne, a native of Sami, said women have died on the Lamin Koto to Bushtown road due to poor access to Bansang Hospital and thanked the President for constructing the road. He noted Sami never had electricity before the Barrow administration: "The people of Sami used to buy ice blocks for D100, but during the last Ramadan, an ice block was sold for as little as D10." Jagne appealed for a standard football field for youth and said over 30 cows were stolen last year, calling for a PIU camp in Kalleng Jawbeh to deter cross-border bandits from Senegal. He said Karantaba Health Centre, built during the first republic, has not been upgraded since the Jawara era, forcing referrals to Bansang. Ferry closures have cost lives. Jagne also cited poor conditions at Tabanani Primary School, built in 1981, serving villages including Chamen and Sanno Kunda, where lack of water and deterioration affect attendance. He further raised fire incidents, including a compound burnt in Changai, and poor water quality, saying water sometimes appears "red like palm oil," forcing residents to fetch drinking water from Tabanani.

1 hours ago · 3 min read
Senegal heavy downpour claims lives, President Faye expresses condolences Thepoint

Senegal heavy downpour claims lives, President Faye expresses condolences

Heavy rains in Senegal have claimed lives, prompting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to express condolences to the victims' families and support for those affected by the flooding. In a message shared on Facebook, President Faye said he was deeply saddened by the deaths linked to the recent downpours. "It is with profound sorrow that I learned of the lives lost due to the recent heavy rains. I extend my sincere condolences to the mourning families and my support to all those impacted. I am closely monitoring the situation," he said. Faye said the government was fully mobilised to support affected communities and strengthen vigilance in areas considered vulnerable to flooding. He also commended emergency responders on the ground: "I commend the dedication of the firefighters, state services, and volunteers," he wrote. Meanwhile, weather conditions calmed down this morning in Dakar after 48 hours of heavy rains that flooded the capital. However, the respite may be short-lived. In a weather bulletin posted on Facebook, meteorologist Riad Kawar warned that conditions will become conducive to thunderstorms this afternoon, especially in the western and southern parts of the country. He listed the regions of Thiès, Dakar, Diourbel, Fatick, Kaolack, Kaffrine, Tambacounda, Kédougou, Ziguinchor, Kolda, Sédhiou, Louga, and Saint-Louis as areas to watch. Residents of Dakar, already hard-hit by the floods, are urged to remain vigilant.

1 hours ago · 2 min read
UDP questions NPP's response to its transparency demands to IEC Thepoint

UDP questions NPP's response to its transparency demands to IEC

The United Democratic Party (UDP) has raised concern over what it describes as the Independent Electoral Commission's (IEC) silence on its calls for transparency, and the ruling National People's Party's (NPP) reaction to the demands. In a statement issued by its Administrative Secretary for Media and Communications, Saikou Camara, the UDP said it has been engaging the IEC for three months over what it called a "simple request for transparency and accountability" in the electoral process. According to the UDP, the IEC, as the umpire and referee of the electoral process, is yet to respond to its demands. However, the party noted that the NPP, a key player in the electoral contest, has been the loudest in reacting to the issue. "No other political party has publicly responded to the UDP's demand. Not even the IEC has issued a response to date," the statement said. The UDP questioned why the NPP appears uncomfortable with its call for electoral transparency. "So, why is the NPP so uncomfortable with a simple demand for electoral transparency? Gambians, be your own judge!" Camara said. The IEC is yet to publicly comment on the UDP's demands.

1 hours ago · 1 min read
Barrow commissions Wassu Skills Centre, says skills will end migration Thepoint

Barrow commissions Wassu Skills Centre, says skills will end migration

President Adama Barrow has inaugurated the University of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology (USET) Multi-Purpose Skills Centre at Madina Lamin Kanteh in Wassu, a fully furnished facility built to train young people from rural Gambia. The centre, built with support from MRC Holland Foundation, has accommodation for 124 male and female students. Its proximity to Wassu and surrounding communities is expected to play a crucial role in equipping young Gambians with practical entrepreneurial and technical skills for self-reliance. Speaking at the inauguration, President Barrow described the infrastructure as enormous and important, saying government is partnering with the Holland Foundation to obtain diamonds in education. "Looking at the infrastructure alone, it's enormous. I think this is a very important infrastructure. This government is in partnership with the Holland Foundation, and we want to obtain the diamonds in education," President Barrow said. Barrow said government is diversifying education to focus on skills training because not everyone can work in an office. "Because everybody cannot go into the office. That is why we are now diversifying, to make sure we train our people in skills. When you are qualified in skills, you are empowered. That means you can work for yourself; you can even employ others. I think that is the area where there were a lot of shortcomings. But now, with the partnership with the Holland Foundation, I think the sky is the limit," he said. The President announced that the first batch of students will receive full scholarships from the MRC Holland Foundation. "You cannot find that anywhere in the world. You can find it only here, in The Gambia. The Gambia government is in partnership with the Holland Foundation," he said. Barrow called on youths to come forward to build their skills and fill the skills gap in the country. "We want to empower them. People always complain that there is unemployment, and there is no job. But now we are creating jobs for you. We are empowering you. I think you can stay in this country," he said. He said skilled youths will not need to travel overseas, recalling his own experience abroad. "If you are skilful, you will never think of going overseas. Because what you can make in this country, you can make outside. And I think it is just psychological. People think that Europe is the best place where you can go and earn money. Many people have been to Europe. I have a lot of friends, and I have a family. Some of them have been there for 10 years, 20 years, 30 years, and 40 years. They only make a little difference. I have a cousin who has been in Germany since I travelled to Germany; he is still there. He built only one house. One house. And he has been there for 40 years now because I travelled there in 1986. Fortunately for me, I was deported. That is why I am president," he said. He thanked MRC Holland Foundation for its long-standing support, noting it is building more than 11 classrooms. Higher Education Minister Professor Pierre Gomez said the centre has academic blocks, administrative blocks, separate two-storey dormitories and a restaurant. He added a second centre in CRR South, Pacharr, will focus on agribusiness. MRC Holland Foundation's Henrietta Sonko thanked Barrow for the partnership. President Barrow also visited the construction site of a new 56-bed health centre in Njau, which will serve Niani and surrounding districts.

1 hours ago · 3 min read
Gov't secures 21MW generators to ease power crisis Thepoint

Gov't secures 21MW generators to ease power crisis

The government of The Gambia has secured two new generators with a combined capacity of 21 megawatts to tackle the current electricity crisis and expand supply. The generators, each with a capacity of 10.5 megawatts, were unveiled on Monday, 5th October 2026, as they were offloaded at the Banjul Sea Port. Speaking at a press briefing at the port, Vice President Muhammed B.S. Jallow said the procurement fulfils President Adama Barrow's promise to ensure universal electricity access by the end of the year. Jallow said the provision of the generators is part of President Barrow's commitment to resolving the electricity crisis, following his earlier pledge that the issue would be resolved by the end of October. "The provision of the generators is part of the solutions to electricity challenges faced. The government wants to install the capacity and part of the medium and long-term plan is to make sure that the issue of electricity is permanently fixed," Jallow said. When asked, the Vice President clarified that the generators are different from the pledge made by the Chinese government, noting that this project is in fulfilment of President Barrow's promise to achieve universal access to electricity by the end of 2026. NAWEC Managing Director, Gallo Saidy, assured that the generators will be installed and commissioned by the end of the month, emphasizing that they are part of the solutions to the current power problems. He further revealed that another 10.5 megawatt generator is on the way. "The machines have never been used, the only thing they need is to be installed," Saidy said.

1 hours ago · 2 min read
Bensouda says gov't election focus is overshadowing country's development challenges Thepoint

Bensouda says gov't election focus is overshadowing country's development challenges

Speaking on Coffee Time, Bensouda questioned the governing party's priorities, arguing that its focus on electoral victory had overshadowed discussions on employment, healthcare and the migration of young Gambians through irregular routes. "Right now they are just trying to figure out how to win this election, that is all, It's not how to govern." Bensouda said any government should have a clear vision for improving the living conditions of citizens, including creating jobs, improving healthcare and addressing the circumstances pushing young people to leave the country through the "back way". "What is the vision for the country? How do you stop youths from taking the back way? How do you create employment? How do you raise the standards of healthcare and the quality of life?" he asked. "There's no conversation around that," he added. The UNITE leader also criticised the government over the country's persistent electricity challenges, arguing that the problem should have been addressed after several years in office. Bensouda's remarks come as political parties and alliances position themselves ahead of the December presidential election.

2 hours ago · 1 min read