Gambia observer news today
Here are the latest news from The Gambia Observer, a popular online news source in The Gambia:
Breaking News
- President Barrow Commissions New Terminal Building at Banjul International Airport: President Adama Barrow has commissioned a new terminal building at Banjul International Airport, which is expected to increase the airport's capacity and improve the travel experience for passengers. Read more...
- Gambia's Economy Grows by 5.4% in 2022: The Gambia's economy has grown by 5.4% in 2022, driven by a strong performance in the agriculture and services sectors. Read more...
Politics
- UDP Leader Ousainou Darboe Calls for Unity in the Party: The leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP), Ousainou Darboe, has called for unity within the party, urging members to put aside their differences and work together to achieve their goals. Read more...
- Gambian Government Denies Reports of Plans to Increase Taxes: The Gambian government has denied reports that it plans to increase taxes, saying that such reports are baseless and aimed at causing panic among the population. Read more...
Business
- Gambia's Fishing Industry Seeks Government Support: The Gambia's fishing industry is seeking government support to improve its operations and increase its competitiveness in the regional market. Read more...
- Gambian Entrepreneurs Urged to Take Advantage of African Continental Free Trade Area: Gambian entrepreneurs have been urged to take advantage of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to increase their exports and improve their competitiveness in the regional market. Read more...
Sports
- Gambia's Scorpions to Face Guinea in 2023 AFCON Qualifiers: The Gambia's national football team, the Scorpions, will face Guinea in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Read more...
- Gambian Athletes to Compete in 2023 African Games: Gambian athletes will compete in the 2023 African Games, which will be held in Accra, Ghana. Read more...