CPC Urges Sustainable Consumer Behavior to Tackle Environmental Challenges
On World Consumer Rights Day, The Gambia joined the global call for sustainable consumer practices, emphasising the need for responsible consumption to address urgent environmental challenges. Organised by the Consumer Protection Consortium (CPC), the event focused on promoting eco-friendly lifestyles and protecting both consumers and the environment. More in the report.
KMC Reports Two Market Fires in a Single Day, Suspected Electrical Faults to Blame
Two devastating market fires in The Gambia have left traders reeling, with authorities warning that electrical hazards and illegal connections are contributing to the growing crisis. As markets continue to burn, the economic toll and safety concerns are becoming impossible to ignore. More in the report.
Central Bank’s Optimistic Inflation Outlook Faces Setback in 2025
Despite the Central Bank of The Gambia’s earlier projections for a decline in inflation, the latest figures show a slight increase to 10.2% in early 2025, driven largely by rising non-food costs, including housing, energy, and services. More in this publication.
Central Bank: Headline Inflation and Food Inflation Down for April 2024
The Gambia’s Central Bank held a press conference on 23rd May 2024 revealing that headline and food inflation had declined in April 2024.
2024 Budget Speech: Inflation Reached Record High 18.5% in September 2023
During the Finance Minister’s 2024 Budget Speech he highlighted that Inflation reached a record high 18.5% in September 2023 and noted some of the steps the government took bring down the cost of fuel and food in particular in an attempt to curb inflation and price increases.
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