President Barrow Reaffirms Commitment to Transparency in ATI Meeting
The Access to Information (ATI) Commission met with President Adama Barrow at State House on 18th March 2025, to discuss efforts to improve public access to information. While progress has been made, challenges remain in fully enforcing the Access to Information Act. More in the publication.
KMC Mayor Condemns Government’s Takeover of McCarthy Square
KMC Mayor Talib Bensouda has condemned the Gambian government’s takeover of McCarthy Square, calling it an attack on decentralisation and local governance. Expressing solidarity with BCC, he labelled the move “misguided” and contrary to national policy. More in the report.
President Barrow Presides Over D396 Million Award Ceremony to TVET Institutions
President Adama Barrow has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening technical and vocational education in The Gambia, presiding over the award ceremony for the Skills, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (SIE) Fund Training Grants. More in the publication.
President Barrow’s Early SONA 2025 to Precede Crucial Draft Constitution Reading
President Adama Barrow will give an early State of the Nation Address for 2025, just a week before the Second Reading of the 2024 Draft Constitution in Parliament. The address highlights the government’s focus on governance and constitutional reform. More in the report.
Did the Executive Reintroduce the 2024 Draft Constitution Against National Dialogue Recommendations?
Almost a year after the First National Dialogue held in February 2024, a report published on the engagement highlights how the Executive was cautioned to build consensus prior to tabling a new Draft Constitution in Parliament. More in this report.
Kunta Kinteh Ferry Service Disrupted After President Barrow Visits Kanilai Ferry
A disruption to the Kunta Kinteh Ferry occurred just barely days after President Adama Barrow visited the Kanilai Ferry, which is currently slipped up at Banjul shipyard for maintenance. More in the report.
President Barrow Convinces Striking Labourers to Resume Work After Meeting Chairman
President Adama Barrow met the Chairman of striking labourers at the Faraba Campus during a coincidental routine inspection of works yesterday, 15th January 2025. More in this exclusive story.
Editorial on “First Ever” Presidential Media Dinner in The Gambia
Askanwi editor Yusef Taylor met President Adama Barrow during the first ever Presidential Media Dinner on 28th December 2024 and shares his reflections from the night. More in the editorial.
Barrow's "Meet the People Tour" Concludes with Promises of Progress and Community Engagement Across The Gambia
This publication highlights some of the positive engagements during President Adama Barrow’s recently concluded "2024 Meet the People Tour,” which includes numerous promises to uplift The Gambian populace from poverty. More in the publication.
President Barrow: Jesus' Life Should "Inspire Us to Serve Humanity Selflessly"
President Adama Barrow delivered a Christmas message calling for Gambians to draw inspiration from Jesus Christ to serve humanity and mutually love and care for one another. More in this report.
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