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April 11, 2026, 7:58 am
All of Africa Today - April 9, 2026
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Gambia Appoints Briton As Special Prosecutor for Jammeh-Era Crimes
- [The Point] The Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Hon. Dawda A. Jallow, on Wednesday announced the appointment of a British barrister, Martin Hackett, as the special prosecutor for the prosecution of perpetrators of crimes against humanity allegedly committed under former President Yahya Jammeh's regime from July 1994 to January 2017.
Banjul Hosts High-Level First Ladies' Forum As Region Rallies Against GBV
- [The Point] Banjul is this week at the centre of a major regional drive against gender-based violence (GBV), as high-level stakeholders convene for the First Ladies' Forum on Zero Tolerance for GBV, with a strong call for urgent, coordinated and practical action across west and central Africa.
From Minister to Cleaner in Swiss Prison
- [The Point] In The Gambia, he was among the most powerful soldiers of Yahya Jammeh. For ten years, he was in charge of the country's internal security, overseeing the police, immigration, prisons and the fire services. Today, he cleans plates in a Swiss prison; washes unforms, and cleans the yard. This is the current fate of Ousman Sonko.
150,000 Jobs Promised - but Weak Tracking Systems Leave Government Without Answers
- [Foroyaa] Three years after the launch of the National Employment Policy (NEP) and its implementation framework, the National Employment Action Plan (NEAP) 2022-2026, the government is still unable to provide a definitive account of how many jobs have been created under the initiative, casting a shadow over one of its most ambitious development programmes.
Gambian Marine Scholar Joins Global Research to Boost Sustainable Fishing
- [The Point] A young Gambian environmental expert has taken a significant step onto the global scientific stage, bringing local knowledge and international research together to tackle growing challenges in the country's fisheries sector.
Who Warns - Gambia's Health Future Hinges On Science-Driven Systems
- [The Point] The future of healthcare in The Gambia and across the globe will be determined by how strongly countries invest in science-driven, resilient and inclusive systems, the World Health Organization (WHO) country representative has warned, as the world marks World Health Day 2026.
Ons, UNDP Mobilise Community Radios to Drive Security Reforms
- [The Point] In a decisive push to deepen security sector reforms at the grassroots, the Office of National Security (ONS), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme, has trained community radio broadcasters to strengthen public awareness, counter misinformation and promote accountability.
Rebuttal - Setting the Record Straight On the ECTN Concession in the Gambia
- [The Point] A Deceptive Narrative Risks Derailing a Critical National Reform
GRA Records D7.7b in First Quarter of 2026
- [The Point] The Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced a strong performance in the first three months of 2026, collecting D7,714,280,444.65 against a target of D7,466,927,428, representing a 3% increase above the target; a positive variance of D247,353,017,13.
Gambia Moves to Enforce Fuel Quality Standards
- [The Point] Key players in The Gambia's petroleum sector yesterday convened a high-level national dialogue to address persistent fuel quality challenges and strengthen standards enforcement, in a move aimed at boosting regional integration and economic growth.
IEC Warns Against Double Registration As It Rolls Out 2026 Voter Registration
- [The Point] The chairman of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), Joseph Colley, has announced the commencement of the 2026 Supplementary Voter Registration exercise, warning that no double registration will be tolerated as the country prepares for a crucial electoral cycle.
Bojang Siblings Re-Arrest Unlawful, Regrettable - Minister
- [The Point] The Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Hon. Dawda A. Jallow in response to questions during his press conference told journalists that the re-arrest and detention of Ousainou Bojang and Amie Bojang after their acquittal and discharge by the High Court was "unlawful and regrettable."
GnNOC Prexy Expresses Delight for Gracing Volleyball Curtain Raiser Finals
- [The Point] President of Gambia National Olympic Committee (GNOC), Bai Dodou Jallow, expressed delight for gracing the 2026 Volleyball super Cup matches.
3 Candidates Confirm Participation in GFF Presidential Elections
- [The Point] Three (3) candidates have confirmed their participation in The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) presidential election slated for August 2026.
Gambian Duo Make Names in Senegalese Basketball League
- [The Point] The Gambian duo Tida Minteh and Fatima Bah are currently making headlines in the Senegalese Basketball League after helping their team to reach the 2026 Coupe Maire Dakar.
CAF Appeals Committee Vice President Contests Sanction Against Senegal
- [The Point] Vice-president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Appeals Committee, Faustino Varela Monteiro, has spoken and contested the sanction imposed by his own body against Senegal.
April Is the Gambia's Hottest Month, Chief Meteorologist Says Amid Rising Heat Concerns
- [Foroyaa] April is consistently the hottest month of the year in The Gambia, according to the country's chief meteorologist, who says the current intense heat being experienced across the country is part of a long-established climate pattern, though worsening under global warming.
Gambia Safely Returns 10 Citizens From Iran
- [The Point] The Government of the Republic of The Gambia hereby informs the public that ten (10) Gambian nationals have safely returned to the country following their evacuation from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The returnees arrived on Friday, 3 April 2026, at 19:00 GMT at Banjul International Airport in Yundum.
Darboe Vows One-Term Presidency, Targets Corruption & Inequality
- [The Point] United Democratic Party (UDP) leader and Secretary General, Lawyer Ousainou Darboe has renewed his presidential ambition, promising to serve only one five-year term if elected, with a focus on constitutional reform, economic recovery, and fighting corruption.
Govt Spends Over D316m to Cushion Fuel Price Shock
- [The Point] The Government of The Gambia has unveiled a massive fuel subsidy package exceeding D316 million in a decisive move to shield citizens and businesses from the sharp rise in global fuel prices driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Gambian Youth in Agriculture - Shifting From Manual Labour to Tech-Driven Career
- [The Point] Gambian youth are transforming local agriculture, shifting rice production from manual labour to a tech-driven, profitable career.
Unite Delivers 8 Vehicles to Boost Grassroots Politics
- [The Point] In a bold demonstration of commitment to grassroots empowerment, the Unite Movement for Change (UNITE) has once again turned words into action--this time by handing over three brand new pickup trucks to key regions across the country.
Colley Stars Squander Another Points in 2nd Division
- [The Point] Colley Stars FC have squandered another points in the 2025\2026 APS Wallet sponsored Gambia Football Federation (GFF) Division Two League.
Lamin Jawo Scores, Assists in Fk Jablonec Triumph Over FC Zlin
- [The Point] Lamin Jawo on Saturday scored and provided an assist for FK Jablonec in their 3-0 win over FC Zlín in the Czech Premier Liga.
Good Morning Mr President - Let Justice Prevail, Focus On National Development
- [The Point] Mr President, strengthening democratic organs is vital and the cornerstone of any healthy democracy. The Judiciary, which is one of these organs, helps in maintaining constitutional rights and upholding the rule of law. Confidence in the independence of the judiciary by the citizens also helps and enables a country to consolidate gains made in fostering development.
Mckinstry Switches Attention to Afcon Qualifiers After Senegal Clash
- [The Point] Head coach of The Gambia senior national team, Jonathan Mckinstry, will now shift his attention to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after the Scorpions international friendly match against Senegal.
62 Suspected Irregular Migrants Intercepted in Mandinaba
- [The Point] Security officers at Mandinaba Checkpoint intercepted sixty-two (62) suspected irregular migrants on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at about 23:00 hours during an ongoing operation targeting irregular migration.
Choplife Gaming Launches Chopwin Mobile Casino in Gambia
- [The Point] ChopLife Gaming Ltd has officially launched ChopWIN, a mobile-first online casino platform in The Gambia, marking a significant step in the company's expansion across West Africa.
First Lady Receives Global Women Award
- [The Point] The Maryland African Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Ethiopia-American Chamber of Commerce on Friday March 27, 2026 conferred the Global Women Award on the First Lady of the Republic of The Gambia, Her Excellency Madam Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow, in recognition of her outstanding leadership qualities as well as her unreserved dedication in advancing the well-being and empowerment of women and families in The Gambia and across the African continent.
