Latest gambia news

Here are some of the latest news from The Gambia:

Politics

• The Gambia's President Adama Barrow has announced that he will not seek re-election in the 2021 presidential election. (Source: The Point, Gambia)
• The opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) has announced that it will boycott the 2021 presidential election, citing concerns over the electoral process. (Source: The Daily Observer, Gambia)

Economy

• The Gambia's economy has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, with the country's GDP expected to contract by 2.5% in 2020. (Source: The Gambia News Agency)
• The government has launched a new economic stimulus package aimed at boosting the country's economy and creating jobs. (Source: The Point, Gambia)

Health

• The Gambia has reported a surge in COVID-19 cases, with the country's total number of cases now exceeding 1,000. (Source: The Gambia News Agency)
• The government has launched a new vaccination campaign aimed at protecting against COVID-19. (Source: The Daily Observer, Gambia)

Security

• The Gambia has seen a rise in crime, with the country's police force reporting a 20% increase in reported crimes in 2020. (Source: The Point, Gambia)
• The government has launched a new security operation aimed at tackling crime and improving public safety. (Source: The Gambia News Agency)

Other News

• The Gambia has been praised for its efforts to protect the environment, with the country's government launching a new initiative aimed at reducing plastic waste. (Source: The Daily Observer, Gambia)
• The country's tourism industry has been boosted by the launch of a new airline, which will offer flights to several destinations in West Africa. (Source: The Point, Gambia)