A Quarter Century Later, Still Pursuing Justice for the Victims of April 10–11, 2000
This year marks 25 years since the April 10 and 11, 2000 student demonstration — dates in our history that are marked in pain, tell the story of courage, and unfinished justice. More in the press release.
The Gambia Boosts Education and Medicine with $46M Investment in UTG
In a bold move to enhance healthcare education and promote academic tourism, the Government of The Gambia has announced a $46 million investment to establish a School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences at the University of The Gambia’s Faraba Banta campus. 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.
Hygiene Cycle Organises Handwashing Exercise at Gambia College Buganala School
Hygiene Cycle, a non-profit organisation based in Germany dedicated to promoting hygiene and health education, organised a handwashing campaign for students at Gambia College Buganala Lower Basic School in Brikama on Tuesday, 28th January 2025. 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.
Ten Outstanding Students Rewarded by Take M Transformation’s COMMOM Competition
Take M Transformation, a leading educational initiative in The Gambia, concluded its final phase of its highly anticipated Competition on Multiplication: Mother of Mathematics (COMMOM) on Saturday, 21st December 2024, with cash prizes and gifts to ten outstanding students. More in the news report.
Over 2.8 Million Children Out of School Due to Conflict in West and Central Africa in 2024
A report issued in 2024 highlights that over 2.8 million children have been impacted in 2024 after over 14,000 schools were closed. This number increased from 2.5 million children impacted in 2023 when some 13,000 schools were closed. More in this report.
Marina Int. School Launches Breast Cancer Campaign in Support of Student
Marina International School conducted a walk last week to promote their Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign where students learned about the importance of early detection and treatment and also raised funds for one of their colleague battling with brain tumor.

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