NEWS UPDATE: Lawyer Lamin J. Darboe has officially submitted his bid for the United Democratic Party’s (UDP) flagbearership, Kerr Fatou reports.

NEWS UPDATE: The UDP’s race for the 2026 flag bearer is heating up, with several candidates submitting their applications. Interviews and nationwide consultations will decide the final shortlist.

UDP Presidential Flagbearer Applicants and Their Profiles.

💬 "As a woman prosecutor, my role is crucial to ensure victims are supported, heard, and able to seek justice." – Hady Drammeh, MoJ Prosecution Department, The Gambia 🇬🇲 #Justice #RuleOfLaw #EndHumanTrafficking

NEWS UPDATE: The Democratic Republic of Congo has declared a new Ebola outbreak after health officials confirmed a case in the southern Kasai province. Authorities say at least 28 suspected cases have been recorded, including 15 deaths, though investigations are still ongoing.

NF: The Gambia Police Force is investigating a suspected cybercrime network in Tujereng. 60 foreign nationals, reportedly Chinese & Vietnamese, were arrested. Over 200 electronic devices seized. Suspects allegedly ran crypto scams & social media fraud targeting victims abroad.

Russian President Vladimir Putin says any foreign troops deployed to Ukraine would be 'legitimate' targets for Moscow to attack. Full segment here: 🔗youtu.be/IrEoJ6h98gE?si…

NEWS FLASH: Police in Bundung have arrested Lamarana Barry also known as “General Barry”, the main suspect in the motorbike accident that killed 19-year-old Tairu Barry in June. He’s now in custody, cooperating with investigators.

NEWS FLASH: President Barrow awarded Guinea Bissau’s highest honour, the Amílcar Cabral Medal, for his role in strengthening ties. He dedicated it to Gambians, reaffirming unity & friendship. He also received the key to Bissau and paid tribute at Amílcar Cabral’s tomb.

Baboucarr Sawo, accused in the Piccadilly dangerous driving incident that injured an elderly vendor, has been granted bail of D1.5 million by the court, with conditions including three Gambian sureties and surrender of travel documents. The case has been adjourned to Sep.17.

NEWS FLASH: The Gambia Immigration Department (GID) has today, Sept 10, 2025, launched a nationwide ID Card Trek to support civil servants ahead of the November Civil Servant Census. Citizens are urged to present valid documents for swift processing.

NEWS FLASH: Ousainou Darboe has been declared the United Democratic Party’s (UDP) flag bearer for the 2026 Presidential Election.

NEWS UPDATE: Auditor General Modou Ceesay has declined President Barrow’s appointment as Trade Minister, according to a circulating staff notice memo.

NEWS FLASH: A 3-week-old baby girl from Boboum Kunda, Wuli District, has died from complications allegedly linked to FGM. Her mother and grandmother are in police custody as investigations continue. The body will be sent for postmortem at EFSTH in Banjul.

COP30 is set to officially open in Belem youtu.be/OjIR1xmCyoI?si… via YouTube

Indigenous Protest at COP30 youtu.be/-acAv27e0PU?si… via YouTube

Being selected by the Earth Journalism Network and the Stanley Center to speak on a panel on Climate Communications and Environmental Journalism at COP30 in Brazil was an incredible honor. #COP30

Thank you to everyone who believes in me and lifted my name in nomination. To be seen, to be supported, and to have my efforts recognized is truly a blessing I hold close to my heart. Thank you She Awards Gambia for this wonderful initiative.