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Two prominent UK beauty entrepreneurs, Susie Ma of Tropic Skincare and Jenna Meek of Refy, will join the television program Dragons' Den as guest investors in 2026. They will appear alongside the regular panel and other guest investors, Tinie Tempah and Gary Neville. Jenna Meek, who co-founded...

A recent critique of the Gambian government highlights significant deficiencies in the nation's healthcare system. The author contends that President Adama Barrow's administration is avoiding responsibility for these failures by incorrectly asserting that citizens expect free services. The...

Speaking at the COP30 climate conference in Belem, Brazil, L-COY Gambia Coordinator Kaddijatou Ceesay declared that children and young people represent the future, with their fate being decided by current negotiations. Addressing world leaders on behalf of the global youth constituency, she...

A workshop focused on justice and correctional reform was recently conducted by the National Human Rights Commission. The event, held at the Ocean Bay Hotel, received support from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, and the Office...

The Boosting Gambian Talents Project recently held a workshop designed to build partnerships for creating sustainable change. The event at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Conference Center gathered stakeholders to co-develop a strategic Theory of Change framework. Rafaella Grecco Tonegutti, Coordinator...

A Spanish organization from the Canary Islands, the STARUP Foundation, has donated essential supplies to communities, schools, and orphanages in The Gambia. The handover ceremony at the Bakau Fire Station was attended by officials from the Spanish Embassy, several Gambian ministries, and local...

The Gambian government has inaugurated three new boards to finance higher education, a move officials described as a landmark step for the nation. The newly launched entities are the Student Revolving Loan Scheme, the Tertiary and Higher Education Trust Fund, and the National Research and...

Preparations are reportedly finalizing for an upcoming Youth Impact Summit in Gambia. The event, taking place at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Conference Center, intends to create a collaborative platform for young people to aid national development. Organizer Ousman Haram explained that the gathering...

President Adama Barrow recently inspected multiple development projects in Farafenni during a tour of the region. His itinerary included a visit to the Jah Oil cement factory in Farafenni Bereto, a facility anticipated to manufacture 100 cement bags daily, and which also displayed farming...

The Yunus Emre Institute in The Gambia is intensifying its efforts to enhance cultural and diplomatic relations with Turkey. Coordinator Talip Erdoğan reported that the institute, which opened seven months ago, is broadening its programs to fortify the long-standing bilateral friendship. He...

Nigeria's head coach, Eric Chelle, acknowledged that the absence of Wilfred Ndidi will be a challenge for the team's final World Cup qualifying match against DR Congo. He described the midfielder as an important player whose experience and leadership would be missed. Chelle confirmed, however...

The interim head coach of Warri Wolves, Johnny Austin, has urged his team to secure a victory against Rivers United in their upcoming match. He implored the players to give their best effort to overturn their recent defeat. Austin expressed strong belief in his squad's capabilities, stating he...

Former Nigeria player Ahmed Garba predicts the Super Eagles will defeat DR Congo in the upcoming World Cup qualifying final. While acknowledging the Congolese team's physical style and their impressive victory over Cameroon, Garba expressed confidence in the Nigerian squad. He stated that the...

Victor Osimhen acknowledged a recent dispute over unpaid bonuses between the Nigerian national team and its football federation. The striker confirmed the issue required resolution but praised NFF President Ibrahim Gusau for his swift intervention to address the players' concerns. Osimhen stated...

Shakirat Moshood, captain of Nigeria's Flamingos, has been nominated for the CAF Women’s Young Player of the Year award. The forward, who led her national U-17 team at a recent World Cup, also helped her club Bayelsa Queens win the domestic league title. She will compete against Morocco's Moha...

The head coach of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Sebastien Desabre, affirmed his team's capability to defeat Nigeria, a nation he acknowledged as the best in Africa. Despite recognizing Nigeria's superior ranking, Desabre expressed confidence in his squad's experienced players and their...

Former Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh praised defender Benjamin Fredrick for his influential performance in the victory over Gabon. Oliseh identified the young player as the most impactful on the field, highlighting his excellent positioning, pace, and decisive play. He also noted Fredrick's simple...

Victor Osimhen confirmed that a spectator deliberately targeted him with a laser pointer during Nigeria's World Cup qualifying match against Gabon. The striker stated he saw the individual in the stands attempting to distract him. He interpreted the act as a tactic aimed at disrupting the...

Akor Adams explained that Nigeria's first-half scoring difficulties against Gabon stemmed from a lack of effectiveness, despite creating opportunities. The Sevilla striker expressed his deep personal commitment to the national team, stating he plays with his heart and considers representing...

Following a commanding defensive performance against Gabon, Nigerian defender Calvin Bassey has urged Brentford to integrate Benjamin Fredrick into their Premier League first team. Bassey described his international teammate as an amazing talent with unbelievable potential, praising the young...