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Medical expert warns: FGM ‘heightens risk of maternal deaths’
1+ hour, 51+ min ago (359+ words) Jul 15, 2026, 12:17 PM | Article By: Makutu Manneh Testifying as the third defence witness in the constitutional challenge to the Women’s (Amendment) Act, Dr Bittaye appeared before a five‑judge panel led by Justice C. Jallow. He adopted his witness statement as…...
Access Bank donates 8,400 sanitary pads to support Gambian schoolgirls
1+ week, 5+ day ago (360+ words) Jul 3, 2026, 8:44 AM | Article By: Adama Jallow The presentation ceremony, held on Tuesday 30 June 2026 at the Ministry in Banjul, marked a milestone in efforts to support girls’ education across the country. The sanitary pads will be distributed to identified schools across…...
Why women still locked out of leadership in Gambian newsrooms
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1522+ words) Jun 3, 2026, 10:53 AM | Article By: Isatou Ceesay Bah A recent study conducted by Muhammed Lamin Drammeh, a Gambian master’s student at the Communication University of China, has laid bare what many in the industry have long suspected but rarely documented in…...
Remit Choice rewards customers with Umrah Package, iPhone 17 Pro Max
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (462+ words) Apr 20, 2026, 12:05 PM | Article By: Landing Ceesay Speaking at the event, Ali Hydara, Country Manager of Remit Choice-The Gambia, said the initiative underscores the company’s commitment to recognising and rewarding customer loyalty. “Tonight is not just about prizes. It is about…...
Gambia welcomes UNFPA Regional Director to boost maternal health, protect women
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (525+ words) The Point.gm Gambia welcomes UNFPA Regional Director to boost maternal health, protect women Jan 16, 2026, 10:11 AM | Article By: Isatou Ceesay Bah The visit comes at a critical time as The Gambia continues to confront persistent challenges in maternal health outcomes,…...