Gamtel/Gamcel Restructure Sparks Unease Among Staff
As Gamtel and its mobile arm, Gamcel, press forward with a multi-phase restructuring initiative aimed at transforming the state-owned telecom giants, long-serving contract staff are sounding the alarm over potential exclusion from the plan’s benefits. More in this feature publication.
Finance Minister Confirms Government’s $10M Rescue for GAMCEL Salaries
Months after GAMCEL employees raised concerns over unpaid salaries, the Gambian government has secured a $10 million World Bank bailout to cover their arrears. Finance Minister Seedy Keita confirmed that the funds, part of a broader budget support grant, were used to pay staff for December 2024 and January 2025. However, with GAMCEL still operating at a financial loss, employees fear the crisis is far from over. More in the report.
The Crisis Threatening GAMTEL: D197 Million in Unpaid Debts
The Gambia Telecommunications Company (GAMTEL) is grappling with a severe financial crisis, burdened by nearly D197 million in unpaid debts. More in this report.
Under Foreign Control: GICTA Unveils Plans to Re-Locate .GM Domain to The Gambia
The Gambia’s .GM domain name is currently under foreign control, and the Gambia government has outlined plans to take control of it to re-locate it in the country. However, it’s not a given that the country’s domain name should be under government control. More in this feature report.
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