MINISTER LAY FOUNDATION STONE FOR MINI-STADIUM CONSTRUCTION IN GAMBIA

MINISTER LAY FOUNDATION STONE FOR MINI-STADIUM CONSTRUCTION IN GAMBIA

Gambia Minister for Youth and Sports, Bakary Y. Badjie has laid the foundation stone of a mini-stadium worth D6,825,000 in Kafuta village, Kombo East District, West Coast Region. The Mini-Stadium will aim at encouraging and developing youth career dream sports within the region. Speaking during the ceremony, Badjie said the project and many of its kind are in line with government policy of decentralising sports facilities in a bit to ensure sports development at the…

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OIC GAMBIA VOWS TO COMMENCE ROAD CONSTRUCTION IN GAMBIA

OIC GAMBIA VOWS TO COMMENCE ROAD CONSTRUCTION IN GAMBIA

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Secretariat of The Gambia (OIC) has announced it’s plans to continue with the road projects that will serve as effort to host the 2022 Islamic Summit in the country. Speaking to the media, while touring the various site chief executive officer (CEO) of the secretariat, Yankuba Dibba was briefing the National Assembly Select Committee members on the proposed projects. Dibba confirmed that the availability of funds intended to finance the…

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GAMBIA TRANSPORT MINISTER HELD MEETING TO DISCUSS URR PROJECTS

GAMBIA TRANSPORT MINISTER HELD MEETING TO DISCUSS URR PROJECTS

Transport Minister in Gambia, Bai Lamin Jobe has held a steering committee meeting on the construction of the Basse/Fatoto road and bridges project currently ongoing in the Upper River Region (URR) of the country. During the meeting, Stakeholders in the industry like The Chinese Embassy, GAMTEL, NAWEC, The National Roads Authority-NRA, Ministry of Lands and The Ministry of Finance were in attendance to discuss the progress of work, challenges and the way forward for the…

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GAMBIA PRESIDENT LAY FOUNDATION FOR BITUMINIZED ROAD

GAMBIA PRESIDENT LAY FOUNDATION FOR BITUMINIZED ROAD

President Barrow has laid the foundation stone for the construction of a 24km trans-gambia corridor which will strengthen and facilitate road linkage towards the Senegalese side of the border. Quoting President Barrow, “The objective of this project is to facilitate overland traffic flow between the northern and southern part of the Gambia and Senegal. Adding the 68.5 million dalasi project is to carry out road safety for face two of the initial project.” Africa Development…

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GAMBIA PRESIDENT LAY FOUNDATION FOR 88KM HAKALANG ROAD CONSTRUCTION

GAMBIA PRESIDENT LAY FOUNDATION FOR 88KM HAKALANG ROAD CONSTRUCTION

President Barrow has laid the foundation for the construction of hakalang road in Lower Niumi, North Bank Region. The project is part of the President promise during his recent presidential tour with the people, as CSC Group is in charge of delivering the project. During the ceremony, President Barrow said the lack of good and adequate infrastructure in the rural area has contributed to the great disparity between the rural and urban settlements. He noted…

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THE GAMBIA IGP INAUGURATE TWO NEW POLICE FACILITIES

THE GAMBIA IGP INAUGURATE TWO NEW POLICE FACILITIES

The Inspector General of Police in The Gambia has inaugurate two new facility for the police department. The both facilities located in Madina Serign Mass and Kuntair Village, all in the North Bank Region are community driven projects. According to an online press release which reads, “In a similar engagement, the IGP laid the foundation stone for a new Police Station at the provincial town of Jarra Soma in Lower River Region of The Gambia.”…

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DUTCH COMPANY TO SUPERVISE PRESIDENTIAL LOUNGE CONSTRUCTION IN GAMBIA

DUTCH COMPANY TO SUPERVISE PRESIDENTIAL LOUNGE CONSTRUCTION IN GAMBIA

Gambia Government has announced the recruitment of Netherlands Airport Consultants (NACO) as the consultant for the Design and Supervision of the construction of an ultra-modern Presidential VVIP Lounge at the Banjul International Airport. The project is one venue that is been considered to host the forthcoming OIC Heads of State and Government Summit in 2022. According to the report, the agreement state that NACO and its Gamban partner, Cityscape of The Gambia, will provide integrated…

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GUNJUR MINI STADIUM CONSTRUCTION AT ADVANCE STAGE IN GAMBIA

GUNJUR MINI STADIUM CONSTRUCTION AT ADVANCE STAGE IN GAMBIA

In a bid to promote grassroot sport in Gambia, the nation is building a mini stadium to help young stars developed thier God given talents. The project which is the construction of Gunjur mini stadium is sponsored by world’s football governing body FIFA and coordinated by The Gambia Football Federation (GFF). So far, the work is at an advanced stage with leveling of the football pitch, perimeter fencing and block mauling already started. Meanwhile, it…

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RESIDENT UNHAPPY WITH NEW BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION IN GAMBIA

RESIDENT UNHAPPY WITH NEW BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION IN GAMBIA

Resident of Sabi Ward Development Committee (WDC) has raised concerned over the construction of the new Kumbija bridge in Fulladu East District, Upper River Region (URR) in Gambia. Speaking to the media, the Secretary-General of Sabi WDC, Hagi Suwaneh said the region is unhappy with the splitting of the road as well as how the contract was awarded. According to Suwaneh, a notice was not issued about the road splitting plus the contractors were given…

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ESSAU DISTRICT HOSPITAL RENOVATION CONTRACT AWARDED IN GAMBIA

ESSAU DISTRICT HOSPITAL RENOVATION CONTRACT AWARDED IN GAMBIA

Essau district Hospital for the past couple of years has been seriously in a poor state. It has struggling to refer patients to Banjul coupled with the ferry crossing problems. With that view in mind, the Minister of Health Dr. Ahmadou Lamin Samateh announced in February 2020 that the hospital will the renovated. According to him, the ministry is working with United Nations Fund for Population Activities (UNFPA) to make Essau District Hospital fully operational….

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GAMBIA PRESIDENT INAUGURATE LAMINKOTO-PASAMASS ROAD PROJECT

GAMBIA PRESIDENT INAUGURATE LAMINKOTO-PASAMASS ROAD PROJECT

President Barrow inaugurate road project which has been bad due to the absent of a proper drainage system in Gambia. The Laminkoto-Pasamass road project has officially been inaugurated by President Adama Barrow. The road which has been bad due to the absence of a proper drainage system is set for construction. Speaking during the inauguration, President Barrow said the road project extends for 121 kilometres. That it will fulfilled the goal of completing the Gambia’s…

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FIRST CHINA CONFERENCE CENTRE PROJECT COMMISSIONED IN GAMBIA

FIRST CHINA CONFERENCE CENTRE PROJECT COMMISSIONED IN GAMBIA

China commission first project in Gambia after resumption bilateral ties. The latest development is set to help the nation in terms of building a good partnership with China. The centre is located on a 14,000 square meters with a 1,000-seat major conference hall, four 200-seat themed meeting rooms, one lounge, four pressrooms and news centers. It also have an office sections, Banquet halls and other accessory rooms. Speaking during the commissioning, Chinese ambassador to The…

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FERRY SERVICE FACING CHALLENGES DUE TO GAMBIA SENEGAMBIA BRIDGE

FERRY SERVICE FACING CHALLENGES DUE TO GAMBIA SENEGAMBIA BRIDGE

Ferry service losing revenue due to Senegambia Bridge commission in Gambia The commissioning of Senegambia Bridge in Gambia pose a ferry challenge according to Deputy Managing Director of the Gambia Ferry Services, Hall Abdoulie Gai. The ferries over the last couple of years has made great stride but has been hinder by the bridge commission. Ferry crossing has been in operation for over 80 years. But the major problem with the bridge commission according to…

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GAMBIA SIGNS OIL EXPLORATION DEAL WITH BP Plc

GAMBIA SIGNS OIL EXPLORATION DEAL WITH BP Plc

Gambia gives license of disputed A1 offshore block to BP Plc Amidst dispute for the A1 offshore block in Gambia; the Gambian government recently announced the signing of an oil exploration deal with BP Plc. BP Plc is a British multinational oil and gas company with operations in 70 countries worldwide. It boasts of producing around 3.6 million oil barrels per day and have total reserves of 18.441 billion barrels. It is also among the…

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TRANS-GAMBIA BRIDGE SET TO BE INAUGURATED IN JANUARY 2019

TRANS-GAMBIA BRIDGE SET TO BE INAUGURATED IN JANUARY 2019

Gambia’s President assured of Trans-Gambia Bridge completion during site tour of the project. Construction of the Trans-Gambia bridge is set to be complete after the contractor inform the President. The 1.8kilometer long bridge is over five storeys high. It is design to accomodate passage of most vessels, while longer-mast boats will also easily fold their masts to pass through the bridge. The project was explain to President Barrow by Lamin Bojang, project supervisor and his team of engineers and consultants….

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FLOUR PROCESSING FACTORY OPENS IN GAMBIA

FLOUR PROCESSING FACTORY OPENS IN GAMBIA

Flour processing factory opens in Gambia which will provide jobs and supply for local business. A flour processing factory has been open in gambia which will help support the local market. It is also a good strategic plan which will see more product sold to individuals directly. The factory will produce about 500 kg of flour and starch per hour which will make sure the youth stay and work for their country. It will also be…

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GAMBIA GOVERNMENT TO RESOLVE INCREASE IN CEMENT PRICE

GAMBIA GOVERNMENT TO RESOLVE INCREASE IN CEMENT PRICE

Gambia Governor of central bank say increase in price is only temporary as measures are put in place to solve it. The people of Gambia are not happy with the development of the cement increase in the country. The increase in price has since result in the production of less cement. The problem is of real conscience to the government as it has made the country looking for answer to resolve it. Governor of the…

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