Former Kerewan Area Council CEO Samba M.K Leigh admitted he approved payments without proper paperwork during recent hearings from March 4-6. The commission questioned him about money problems, unauthorized payments, and bad record-keeping. When they showed him a request form supposedly from the chairman's office, he confessed the document had no name or signature because he forgot to check before approving the money.
When asked who made the request, Leigh said he didn't know - yet he still authorized 210,000 to be withdrawn, plus other payments. He agreed the payment vouchers weren't prepared correctly, making them invalid. The commission discovered Leigh signed checks without properly signed vouchers. He acknowledged signing the...
The Department of Fisheries kicked off a ten-day training session on R Studio for its top and mid-level staff in Banjul on Monday, March 3, 2025. R Studio's powerful features help fisheries experts analyze data and conduct research.
Department officials explained that they want this training to build staff skills in using R Studio for fisheries data analysis. They plan to teach participants about stock assessment models that work well with limited data in Gambian waters. Staff members will learn hands-on techniques for analyzing data and assessing fish stocks through practical exercises.
The training mixes classroom learning with real-world practice and group talks. Expert fisheries scientists who understand R Studio and stock...
Children from the National Assembly of The Gambia teamed up with NYC leaders and ran a Town Hall meeting about including disabled kids in society. They invited new CNAG members and 50 community folks to join them. UNICEF paid for this event, "Inclusive Communities: Empowering Every Child," which happened in Kerewan town.
Alieu Jaiteh spoke at the gathering as a representative from the Gambia Federation of Disabled Associations. He talked about how important it stands to help people with disabilities according to the Disability Act passed in 2021. His organization serves as the main group for disabled citizens, working alongside government officials to create and enforce policies written in the national constitution that keep their...
Farmers who benefit from the Chain Change Project under GIRAV recently gathered for a full-day meeting about workplace training focused on social and environmental rules. They met at the Regional Agricultural Directorate in Kerewan, North Bank Region, where they heard a Phase 1 presentation explaining the Labor Act 2023.
The GIRAV project's Social Development Specialist, Fafanding Katri Kinteh, spoke in detail about World Bank Environment and Social Standard procedures and how they affect the GIRAV project. He told everyone that this project costs millions of dollars, started in 2021, and runs until 2028. The Government of The Gambia works together with the World Bank on this project to help increase food production and create...
We learned today that a fellow police officer shot Detective Cassandra Hove. Earlier stories claimed she took a bullet during a chase with an armed robbery suspect. These facts turned out completely wrong. The truth came out recently, shocking everyone who knew her.
Her family feels even worse about losing her after hearing who really pulled the trigger. They expected danger to come from criminals, not colleagues working beside her. The initial false information made everything harder for them to accept. Learning about her death from friendly fire added another layer of pain.
Police departments typically investigate thoroughly when officers hurt other officers. Questions remain about what exactly happened during the incident. The...
Madam Boss recently expressed her happiness for Wicknell and Lulu regarding their relationship journey. Through public comments, she expressed warm feelings about their romantic connection. Her words emphasized how beautiful relationships can be when people care deeply about each other. Everyone noticed her genuine support as she celebrated the couple publicly with kind statements about romance.
Prophet Uebert Angel proved himself a genuine messenger from above during his recent church meeting. People watched him speak a prophecy with the words "Chimuti ichi Nandini nacho" as he demonstrated divine language abilities. He made it clear that prophecies never contain mistakes because heaven sends perfect messages to its chosen speakers.
He firmly explained that messages from above always come with total accuracy. The prophet pushed back against common beliefs that spiritual predictions sometimes miss their mark. His confidence showed through as he stated that heaven provides only correct information to those chosen for sharing sacred knowledge. Many listeners felt convinced by his strong delivery and apparent supernatural connection.
People across Africa hear Samantha Musa on the radio every day. Many folks call her Misred instead of her full name. She recently earned a spot on the list of Africa's voices, making the biggest difference. Misred told everyone about this honor through her social media accounts.
The award highlights women who speak about important topics that matter. Misred creates discussions that help communities improve and develop. Her words encourage positive actions from her many listeners. The recognition celebrates how she uses her platform as both a radio host and brand representative.
Misred stands out because she talks about real issues affecting regular people. Her conversations spark changes that benefit African communities. Experts...
Kudakwashe Tagwirei broke new ground as the first black recipient of a major worldwide excellence award. The global community recognized him for his remarkable educational contributions across four continents through his charitable organization. His impact spans numerous countries but remains especially significant throughout his home nation.
The Bridging Gap Foundation created by Tagwirei has transformed education at more than sixty-three Zimbabwean schools. These include several higher learning institutions, such as Bindura University, where students benefit directly from his philanthropy. His commitment extends beyond basic improvements toward comprehensive educational development throughout the region.
Solusi University students...
