What are the latest news in Gambia? September 1st, 2026
- Public Payroll Reforms & Ghost Workers: The Ministry of Public Service announced savings of approximately 130 million Gambian Dalasi after removing over 2,000 ghost workers from the national payroll following nationwide civil service staff audits. thepoint.gm
- Election Sensitisation & Political Developments: Civic groups and the National Council for Civic Education (NCCE) have stepped up nationwide campaigns against hate speech and ethnic tensions ahead of the upcoming presidential polls. Meanwhile, President Adama Barrow addressed political candidates, calling on voters to reject opportunistic politics and emphasizing recent social protection stipends for caregivers and persons with disabilities. jollofnews.gm
- Civil Society Demands on Jammeh Assets: Several civil society organizations, including human rights groups, held joint briefings demanding a full probe and independent audit regarding the handling and disposal of assets forfeited by former President Yahya Jammeh. thepoint.gm
- National Digital ID Rollout: The government commenced the nationwide rollout of the new biometric national digital identity cards to modernize civil registration and improve public service delivery. NewsNow
- Sports Leadership: The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) elected Kemo Ceesay as its new president following elective congress voting, setting off a new reform agenda for domestic leagues, youth development, and grassroots football. jollofnews.gm