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ECOWAS hands over 10 ambulances, medical equipment worth $3.4m to Gambia

The Point 14 Jul 2026
He described the support as a landmark investment in The Gambia’s healthcare system and a demonstration of what collective action can achieve ... in strengthening The Gambia’s healthcare sector.
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Protecting girls from cervical cancer in The Gambia (WHO - World Health Organization Regional Office for Africa)

Public Technologies 14 Jul 2026
) Protecting girls from cervical cancer in The Gambia ... Banjul-In The Gambia, bold and coordinated efforts are improving access to lifesaving vaccines for adolescent girls across the country ... WHO Gambia ... Kotu, The Gambia.
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Gambia, Ghana Sign Petroleum Deal to Improve Regulatory Capacity and Sector Development

Foroyaa 14 Jul 2026
Speaking at the signing ceremony, the Director General of the Petroleum Commission of The Gambia, Cany Jobe Taal, described the agreement as an important milestone in the relationship between the two institutions.
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Tourism Minister underscores GTHI and creative sector revival

The Point 14 Jul 2026
“We must nurture creativity early, so that our future generations can contribute meaningfully to the cultural identity and tourism appeal of The Gambia,” Jobe said.
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Defence succeeds in no-case-submission in GALA protesters’ trial

The Point 14 Jul 2026
It was the evidence of PW1 that on the 15th September, 2025, he received information concerning a gathering at the National Audit Office. He proceeded to the scene with approximately fifty police officers.
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NDP leader promises reform in healthcare, agriculture & education

The Point 14 Jul 2026
Healthcare featured prominently in his address. Mr Bojang promised to upgrade medical facilities with modern equipment and raise standards across the sector ... “There should be a change of government because people are tired.” ....
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Former Banjul lawmaker reappointed secretary general of SASASNET

The Point 14 Jul 2026
According to a communiqué issued by the Office of the Secretary General, the Executive Committee unanimously renewed Hon ... Hon ... Abuja remains the headquarters of SASASNET ... Representing The Gambia at the workshop, Hon ... Members paid tribute to Prof ... ....
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Court slaps Gamcel with D10.6M payout in contract breach case

The Point 14 Jul 2026
Ceesay also sought interest at 30% per annum from 2014 until judgment, and 4% thereafter, alongside legal costs of D110,182 ... Under this new model, dealers were remunerated with additional scratch cards rather than cash discounts ... ....
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Macky Sall to meet President Diomaye Faye Friday

The Point 14 Jul 2026
Symbolic Reunion. The audience carries significant symbolic weight ... UN Candidacy in Spotlight ... ....
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SSHFC announces roll out of major Mandinaba Housing Estate plot sales

The Point 14 Jul 2026
The estate offers residential plots in three standard sizes — 15m × 20m, 18m × 20m, and 20m × 20m — to accommodate the diverse housing needs of Gambian families ... Transparent, Fair and Inclusive Allocation ... Eligibility Requirements ... ....
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Hajj scandal victims to protest today as alleged D50M fraud case hits court

The Point 14 Jul 2026
As the court proceedings begin, emotions are running high among the victims, who insist that justice must be served and their funds returned ....
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Fence demolished, tensions rise: D425,000 investment reduced to rubble

The Point 14 Jul 2026
“On Saturday, 3rd July, I visited the compound and found everything intact. But when I returned the following day with labourers to continue the concrete work, I discovered the fence had been demolished,” he told The Point newspaper in an interview.
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NSITF Pledges Technical Support to Gambia on Industrial Injuries Compensation 

This Day 13 Jul 2026
Oluwaseun Faleye, gave the assurance at the closing ceremony of the one-week study tour by the Board of the Industrial Injuries Compensation Fund (IICF), Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation (SSHFC) of the Gambia to the Fund.
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Gambia, Ghana seal landmark Petroleum Pact to strengthen oil sector governance

The Point 13 Jul 2026
He further stated that the Commission intends to adapt Ghana’s experience to The Gambia’s own context, ensuring that the country’s petroleum governance remains transparent, accountable and focused on long-term national development.
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