Gambia news 2018
Here are some notable news stories from The Gambia in 2018:
Politics
- January 2018: The Gambia's President Adama Barrow returned to the country after a three-year exile in Senegal, marking a significant milestone in the country's transition to democracy.
- March 2018: The Gambia's National Assembly approved a constitutional amendment that would allow President Barrow to run for a second term in 2021.
- June 2018: The Gambia's opposition parties formed an alliance to challenge President Barrow's ruling National People's Party (NPP) in the 2021 presidential election.
Economy
- February 2018: The Gambia's economy grew by 4.5% in 2017, driven by a recovery in the agricultural sector and increased foreign investment.
- May 2018: The Gambia's government launched a new economic development plan aimed at reducing poverty and increasing economic growth.
- October 2018: The Gambia's central bank raised interest rates to 12.5% to curb inflation and stabilize the currency.
Human Rights
- January 2018: The Gambia's government announced plans to establish a truth and reconciliation commission to investigate human rights abuses committed during the 22-year rule of former President Yahya Jammeh.
- March 2018: The Gambia's government released 14 political prisoners who had been detained without charge or trial since 2014.
- August 2018: The Gambia's government launched an investigation into allegations of human rights abuses committed by former President Jammeh's security forces.
Health
- February 2018: The Gambia's government launched a campaign to eradicate guinea worm disease, which had been a major public health problem in the country.
- June 2018: The Gambia's Ministry of Health reported an outbreak of cholera in the country, which was linked to poor sanitation and hygiene.
- October 2018: The Gambia's government launched a new healthcare plan aimed at improving access to healthcare services and reducing maternal and child mortality.
Infrastructure
- March 2018: The Gambia's government launched a new road construction project aimed at improving transportation infrastructure in the country.
- June 2018: The Gambia's government announced plans to build a new international airport in the capital city of Banjul.
- September 2018: The Gambia's government launched a new water supply project aimed at improving access to clean water in the country.
These are just a few of the many news stories from The Gambia in 2018. If you're looking for more information, I can try to help you find it!