AfDB approves grant to kick-start Desert to Power programme in West Africa

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $6 million grant to launch the initial phase of the Desert to Power West Africa Regional Energy Programme. Desert... Read more »

Drivers, commuters voice frustrations over traffic congestion

By Ismaila Sonko July 14, 2021 Traffic congestion on Gambia’s urban road network has increased substantially over the last few years.It has become so prevalent that it is causing frustrations for commuters... Read more »

Gambian ladies receive training on solar installation and maintenance

By Maria Lopes July 14, 2021 Gambian ladies are receiving training on solar installation and maintenance. This was disclosed to The Progress Newspaper by Malang Sambou, Chairman of Mbolo Association, which facilitated... Read more »

Jollof rice: A South African describes Gambian Benechin as a taste of ‘West Africa’

By Vincent Ogo July 12, 2021 A South African, Linda Kaumphawi has described Benechin as a taste of West Africa.  In her article on Thesouthafrican (magazine) she wrote: “Enjoy a taste of... Read more »

Gambia’s food self-sufficiency goal still in limbo

By Bubacarr Komma and Vincent Ogo July 12, 2021 Gambia is primarily an agrarian nation with more than 70 percent of the population depending on agriculture for sustenance. Achieving food self-sufficiency has always... Read more »

Windstorm victims appeal for assistance

By Vincent Ogo The rainy season is supposed to be welcomed with joy, as it ushers in a new planting season. It makes it possible for crops to grow, guaranteeing food for... Read more »

‘A Darboe presidency doubtful’

By Ismaila Sonko July 12, 2021 A Gambian has told The Progress Newspaper that he does not believe Ousainou Darboe, Party Leader and Secretary General of the United Democratic  Party (UDP) will... Read more »

‘Barrow’s meeting with WCR chiefs, alkalolu belated’

By Ismaila Sonko July 12, 2021 The National Assembly Member for Badibou Central and United Democratic Party (UDP) Youth President has described as ‘belated’ President Adama Barrow’s recent meeting with West Coast... Read more »

For a successful farming season

Editorial July 12, 2021 Another rainy season is here. The Gambia is primarily an agrarian nation with more than 70 percent of the population depending on agriculture for sustenance. Agriculture contributes to improving... Read more »

Nutritionist highlights plight of Gambian women, children

By Fatou BS Badjie July 7, 2021 A Public Health Nutritionist has lamented that women and  children are the most vulnerable to under-nutrition in The Gambia. Malang N. Fofana made the remark... Read more »