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Gambian Man Convicted on Torture Charges
A Colorado jury convicted a Gambian national, Michael Sang Correa, on torture charges for his participation in the torture of numerous victims in The Gambia in 2006, including through beating and flesh burning, because of the victims’ purported...

After years of decline, Gambia’s natural spaces are on the mend
With waves rippling from its bow, a small motorboat shoots across the languid Gambia River, the rat-tattle of its outboard motor echoing out across the waterway. The boat belongs to the Gambian navy and the three sailors onboard are on the hunt...

From Mohammed Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of the Gambia
AZERBAIJAN, April 11 - 11 April 2025, 17:26 Her Excellency Mrs. Mehriban Aliyeva, First Vice-President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Your Excellency, I would like to take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt felicitations to Your Excellency,...

From Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of the Gambia
AZERBAIJAN, April 4 - His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Your Excellency, On the occasion of the Holy month of Ramadan, I am honored to extend my warmest greetings to you, your government, and the people of...

UNDP and UNITAR launch Initiative to Strengthen Capacities for Sound Management of PCBs and uPOPs in The Gambia
13 March 2025, Banjul, The Gambia - In an ambitious effort to address chemicals and waste management challenges in The Gambia, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM), the United Nations...

To His Excellency Mr. Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of the Gambia
AZERBAIJAN, February 18 - 18 February 2025, 11:07 Esteemed Mr. President, On behalf of myself and the people of Azerbaijan, I sincerely congratulate you and your people on the occasion of the national holiday of the Republic of the Gambia –...

CFBANQUE has announced the opening of offices in Nigeria, Gambia, Rwanda, and Tanzania.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- CFBANQUE has announced the opening of offices in several African countries: Nigeria, Gambia, Rwanda, and Tanzania. The investment bank aims to strengthen its presence on the...

DEVELOPING NATIONAL MULTI-SECTORAL STRATEGY AND ACTION PLAN FOR NCD PREVENTION AND CONTROL IN THE GAMBIA (2022-2027)
In June 2022, The Defeat-NCD Partnership, UNITAR and The Ministry of Health of The Gambia launched the nation's first National Multi-Sectoral Strategy and Costed Action Plan for Non-Communicable Disease Prevention and Control. Held under the...

Kalp Foundation Collaborates with The Gambia to Develop Blockchain-Driven Digital Public Infrastructure for All
In a historic partnership, the Kalp Foundation and The Gambia have launched Gambia One, a blockchain-based digital infrastructure to drive inclusive growth. DE, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- United States, 7 January 2025:...

NJ Ayuk Discusses Gambia's Energy Opportunities at African Energy Week 2024
SOUTH AFRICA, October 18, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The African Energy Chamber's Executive Chairman, NJ Ayuk, speak about The Gambia's growing energy industry during the African Energy Week (AEW) 2024. This event, which will be held in Cape...

Fluxx Awards Conclude Successfully in Hong Kong, Honoring Global Leaders in Business, Healthcare, & Wellness
Fluxx Awards Conclude Successfully in Hong Kong, Honoring Global Leaders in Business, Healthcare, & Wellness HONG KONG, HONG KONG, June 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Fluxx Awards, a premier global recognition platform for trailblazers in...

The Gambia: Parliament must amend draft cybercrime bill
Proposed measures could be used to target, punish journalists IPI Contributor, Samuel Kennedy Jul 9, 2024 epa10199205 President of the Republic of Gambia Adama Barrow delivers his address during the 77th General Debate inside the General Assembly...

Bridging Progress: African Development Bank powers The Gambia’s leap into the future
The African Development Bank’s investments in The Gambia’s energy sector have significantly improved access to affordable and reliable electricity, with at least 70% of Gambians projected to have power by the end of 2024 (50% in rural areas),...

'Have You Seen My Daddy?' by Pastor John R. Peyton is a Story of Redemption, Fatherhood, and Faith
A story that reflects a profound message: fatherhood matters. CANTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In classrooms, on street corners, and deep in the silence of the human heart, one question echoes more often than we...

DCO to continue fostering inclusive digital economies as Secretary-General Reappointed on new 4-year term
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, June 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the global digital economy increasingly serves as an engine for economic and social progress, the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) has today reemphasized the necessity of...

Fish Fund Steering Committee advances work on Call for Proposals, welcomes new members
The agreement on next steps brings the Steering Committee closer to opening its first Call for Proposals. The Fund will receive funding requests for project grants that will support developing and least developed country (LDC) members to implement...

Diplomats from 53 Nations Unite at U.S. Congress for High-Level Briefing on Diplomacy, Global Security and Cooperation
Global leaders reunite at Annual Congressional Briefing on “Diplomacy and Global Leadership: Strengthening Security and Cooperation in a Changing World." WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a rare and powerful...

CBP’s Baltimore Field Office Recovered 250 Stolen Vehicle Exports during 2024
BALTIMORE – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in the Baltimore Field Office continue to combat transnational criminal organizations that profit on the international trade in stolen vehicles. CBP officers here intercepted 250 stolen...

Sylvain Côté named Vice President, International Development and Projects Lead at EXP
MONTREAL, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXP, a global engineering, architectural, design and consulting firm, is proud to announce the promotion of Sylvain Côté, Eng., MGC, to Vice President, International Development and Projects Lead....

Matthew R. Galeotti, Head of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division Delivers Remarks Following Conviction of Michael Sang Correa
Thank you, Acting United States Attorney Grewell, Special Agent in Charge of HSI’s Denver Field Office, Steve Cagan, and everyone for being here. My name is Matthew Galeotti, and I am the Head of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division. Today,...