Gambia Sports & Inclusion: GAFA has started training the country’s first women’s amputee football team, backing the message “Disability is not inability” and pushing wider access for women with limb loss. Gambia Fisheries: Fishermen at Tanji are calling for urgent regulation of fishing activities and stronger coastal enforcement, warning unauthorized trawlers are damaging nets and cutting catches. Ghana–Gambia AFCON Buzz: The 2027 AFCON qualifiers kick off with Ivory Coast vs Ghana on Sept 24, with Group C also featuring The Gambia; Ghana’s squad is hit by injuries and withdrawals, while Carlos Queiroz urges humility and focus. Local Talent Pipeline: Medina United youngster Keita has signed a five-year deal with Star Sport Academy, a long-term development move. Gambia Military Court: Alleged “Jungler” Sanna Manjang faces court martial in Banjul over desertion charges. Arts & Culture: Ghanaian-American singer Moliy makes history as the first Ghanaian artiste to win at the Caribbean Music Awards, taking Dancehall Song of the Year.
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Gambia Sports & Talent: Medina United youngster Keita has signed a five-year deal with Star Sport Academy, a long-term pathway for his development as the academy builds its next crop of talent. Ghana–Gambia AFCON Build-Up: Ghana’s Black Stars head into the 2027 AFCON qualifiers with Carlos Queiroz urging humility and focus, but injuries and withdrawals keep reshaping the squad ahead of the Côte d’Ivoire trip and the home clash with The Gambia; Antoine Semenyo, Alidu Seidu and Baba Rahman are among those ruled out, while late reinforcements include Mohammed Fuseini, Jonas Adjetey and others. Media Access: Accreditation for the Ghana vs The Gambia qualifier at Accra Sports Stadium is open, with strict deadlines and limited media slots. Gambia Military News: Alleged “Jungler” Sanna Manjang has begun a court martial in Banjul over desertion charges, while the death toll among GAF recruits has risen to four. Arts & Culture: Ghanaian-American singer Moliy made history as the first Ghanaian artiste to win at the Caribbean Music Awards, taking Dancehall Song of the Year.
Ghana-Black Stars AFCON build-up: Carlos Queiroz’s 2027 AFCON qualifiers start in Bouaké vs Côte d’Ivoire with a growing injury headache. Antoine Semenyo (ankle), Jordan Ayew (groin), Alidu Seidu (fitness), Baba Rahman (knee) and Prince Adu Kwabena (head) are out, while Mohammed Kudus has withdrawn to manage recovery. Squad reshuffle: Ghana’s GFA has added nine reinforcements including Mohammed Fuseini, Jonas Adjetey, Ebenezer Annan, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Benjamin Tetteh, Felix Afena-Gyan and others as Queiroz says “we keep sailing strong” despite “holes in the boat.” Ghana vs The Gambia logistics: Accreditation for the Ghana–Gambia qualifier at Accra Sports Stadium is open, with a deadline of 17:00 GMT on 24 Sept and limited media space. Gambia sports inclusion: The Gambia launched its first female amputee football team, plus Isatou Sey’s foundation to back young school athletes in athletics. Gambia justice & service: Sanna Manjang faces court martial over desertion, while the death toll among GAF recruits rises to 4. Music milestone: Ghanaian-American singer Moliy becomes the first Ghanaian to win at the Caribbean Music Awards, taking Dancehall Song of the Year for “Shake It to the Max (Fly) Remix.”
Gambia–Ghana football spotlight: Media accreditation is now open for the 2027 AFCON qualifier at Accra Sports Stadium, with requests due by 17:00 GMT on 24 Sept and tags collected on 28 Sept (space capped at 200 journalists). Black Stars squad shake-up: Carlos Queiroz says Ghana will “sail strong” despite late injuries and withdrawals ahead of the Côte d’Ivoire and Gambia double-header, adding nine players including Mohammed Fuseini after Kudus pulled out to focus on recovery. Player availability drama: Nathaniel Adjei withdraws with a hamstring injury, while Prince Adu Kwabena is a major doubt after a head injury. Gambia sports inclusion: The Gambia launches its first female amputee football team, and sprinter Isatou Sey rolls out the Isatou Sey Foundation to support young school athletes. Arts & culture via sport: A Specsavers Leyland kit-donation story highlights football gear being reused across Gambia and other countries. Gambia in the global spotlight: Yankuba Minteh’s Liverpool link resurfaces as injury timing is blamed for missing a late move.
AFCON Qualifier Media Access: Accreditation is open for journalists and photographers covering Ghana vs The Gambia at Accra Sports Stadium, with applications due by 17:00 GMT on Thu, 24 Sept 2026; space is limited (200 media max) and TV/radio/online slots are capped. Black Stars Build-Up: Carlos Queiroz says Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire are “50-50” ahead of the Group C opener in Bouaké, then Ghana host The Gambia at home. Squad Shuffles: Queiroz confirmed five additions (Brandon Thomas-Asante, Ebenezer Anang, Mohammed Fuseini, Jonas Adjetey, Alidu Seidu) after withdrawals and injuries. Key Absences: Mohammed Kudus has withdrawn to focus on recovery; Nathaniel Adjei is out with a hamstring injury; Prince Adu Kwabena is a major doubt after a head injury. Press Moment: Queiroz is set to meet the media at Accra Sports Stadium to address squad, fitness and tactics. Local Impact: Gambian businesses and fish traders report severe strain from prolonged blackouts, with ice shortages hitting livelihoods.
Gambia Sports & Facilities: The Gambia government has tightened rules for the rehabilitated Independence Stadium in Bakau, banning wrestling and musical events so the venue can be protected for football and approved sporting activities—just ahead of a major 2027 AFCON qualifier against Somalia on 25 September. Ghana-Black Stars (Regional Football): Carlos Queiroz says Ghana’s first priority is qualifying for AFCON 2027, with an eye on building for the 2030 World Cup, as the Black Stars open Group C away to Côte d’Ivoire (24 Sept) and host The Gambia (29 Sept). Squad Updates: Mohammed Kudus has withdrawn from Ghana’s qualifiers to focus on recovery, while Alexander Djiku returns; Queiroz also left out Thomas Partey and several others, citing fitness and competitive readiness. Online Abuse Watch: Ipswich Town launched an investigation after Ghana winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku faced racist abuse online. Gambia Daily Life: Prolonged blackouts are hitting Gambian businesses and households hard, with fish sellers in Tanji struggling to store catches as ice supplies run out.
Ghana-Black Stars Update: Mohammed Kudus has reportedly withdrawn from Ghana’s 2027 AFCON qualifiers squad as he continues recovering from a long injury layoff, with the Ghana FA yet to confirm details—while Alexander Djiku’s return and Jordan Ayew’s call-up keep the rebuild on track ahead of Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia. Sports & Respect: Ipswich Town launched an investigation after Ghana winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku faced racist abuse online, pledging support and action with the Premier League. Gambia Football Facilities: The Gambia restricts use of the rehabilitated Independence Stadium in Bakau, limiting events like wrestling and music to protect the venue ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifier vs Somalia. Local Hardship: Prolonged blackouts are hitting Gambian businesses hard, with fish traders in Tanji struggling to store catches as ice supplies run out. Tourism & Culture: The Gambia’s tourism minister Abdoulie Jobe joined Lagos First Lady Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu to open the 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market, pushing stronger travel ties. Media & Democracy: ECOWAS’ Community Court urges journalists to help drive enforcement of its rulings across member states.
Gambia Power Crisis Hits Daily Life: In Tanji, fish sellers say prolonged blackouts have left ice boxes empty, forcing catches to spoil and cutting sales—while businesses, hospitals, and families struggle to cope with hours-long outages. Black Stars AFCON Build-Up: Ghana’s Carlos Queiroz has named a 24-man squad for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, with Mohammed Kudus and Alexander Djiku returning after injury; Thomas Partey is left out, and Jordan Ayew is included as Ghana prepares for Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia. Stadium Use Rules: The Gambia restricts activities at the rehabilitated Independence Stadium in Bakau, banning wrestling and musical events to protect the venue ahead of the 25 September AFCON qualifier vs Somalia. Tourism Spotlight: The Gambia’s Tourism Minister Abdoulie Jobe joined Lagos First Lady Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu to open the Akwaaba African Travel Market, pushing stronger Gambia–Nigeria travel ties. Regional Media Push: ECOWAS court officials urge journalists to help drive member states to implement rulings, stressing better public understanding of the court’s work.
Telecom & Connectivity: Africell secured a $99.6m US EXIM Bank loan to upgrade Angola’s mobile network, boosting coverage and reliability and strengthening American tech ties across Africell’s footprint including The Gambia. Power & Daily Life: Prolonged blackouts are hitting Gambian businesses and households hard, with fish sellers in Tanji losing income as ice shortages spoil catches and hospitals rely on unreliable generators. Football (Ghana/AFCON): Carlos Queiroz’s rebuild for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers is underway: Mohammed Kudus and Alexander Djiku return, while Thomas Partey is left out due to injury concerns; Queiroz stresses Ghana must match Africa’s top teams. Football (Gambia Match Prep): The Gambia restricts use of the rehabilitated Independence Stadium in Bakau, limiting events like wrestling and music to protect the venue ahead of AFCON qualifier hosting duties. Tourism & Culture: The Gambia’s Tourism Minister Abdoulie Jobe joins Lagos’ Akwaaba African Travel Market opening, pushing stronger travel links and cultural ties with Nigeria. Sports (Local Spotlight): Gambia defender Ibou Touray earns a call-up after a period away, aiming to bring experience to upcoming AFCON qualifiers.
Gambia–Ghana football ties: Ghana’s Carlos Queiroz named a 24-man Black Stars squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers, with Mohammed Kudus and Alexander Djiku returning after injury. Queiroz also handed a maiden call-up to New York Red Bulls midfielder Ronald Donkor, while Thomas Partey and Brandon Thomas-Asante were left out. Ghana open against Côte d’Ivoire (Sept 24) then host The Gambia (Sept 29), with a friendly vs Morocco (Oct 4). Local sports venue rules: The Gambia restricted the use of the rehabilitated Independence Stadium in Bakau, banning wrestling and musical events to protect the facility ahead of the Sept 25 AFCON qualifier vs Somalia. Tourism & culture spotlight: The Gambia’s Tourism Minister Abdoulie Jobe joined Lagos First Lady Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu to open the 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market, pushing The Gambia as a destination for Nigerian and international visitors. Regional arts-and-media angle: ECOWAS Court officials urged journalists to help drive compliance with rulings, stressing better public understanding through accurate reporting. Global culture tech: Apple expanded iCloud+ in many countries, bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra cost, including Gambia.
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers (Gambia focus): The Gambia has moved to restrict the use of the rehabilitated Independence Stadium in Bakau, limiting events like wrestling and musical shows so the venue stays protected for football and approved sporting activities—ahead of a key 25 September qualifier against Somalia. Ghana-Black Stars squad updates: Carlos Queiroz has named his 24-man squad for the AFCON 2027 qualifiers, bringing back Mohammed Kudus and Alexander Djiku while leaving out Thomas Partey due to injury concerns; Queiroz says selection is driven by form, fitness, and competitive match action. Tourism & culture: Gambia’s Tourism Minister Abdoulie Jobe joined Lagos State’s First Lady to open Nigeria’s Akwaaba Travel Market, pushing The Gambia as a destination and highlighting strong people-to-people ties. Sports & community inspiration: Gambian fitness enthusiast Alieu Bah completed his first-ever marathon in Estonia, representing The Gambia and earning a bronze medal. Power cuts hitting livelihoods: Prolonged blackouts in The Gambia are disrupting businesses and daily life, with Tanji fish traders reporting empty ice boxes and losses as refrigeration becomes impossible.
ECOWAS Court & Media: The president of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice urged regional journalists to push Member States to actually implement court rulings, saying enforcement is still below expectations and public understanding is limited. Power Cuts Hit Daily Life: In Tanji, prolonged blackouts have emptied ice boxes, wrecked fish storage, and triggered protests, with businesses, hospitals and water supply all taking hits. Gambia in Sports Spotlight: Gambian runner Alieu Bah completed his first-ever marathon in Estonia, while the national team prepares for AFCON qualifiers with call-ups and squad updates. Music & Culture: WemsFest’s 16th season is set for an international lineup, including Gambian master musician Musa Mboob and kora player Sura Susso. Tech for the Region: Apple is bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade into iCloud+ in over 100 countries, including Gambia and Ghana, at no extra cost. Regional Mobility Talk: IOM and ECOWAS urged media to raise awareness of the ENBIC biometric travel card to support safer free movement across West Africa.
Gambia Arts & Culture: The National Assembly has ratified the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Performances, a win for Gambian performers’ rights—now the real test is enforcement and fair, accessible copyright systems so artists aren’t exploited online. Power & Daily Life: AFP reports prolonged blackouts hitting Tanji hard, with empty ice boxes, spoiled fish, shuttered businesses, and fresh protests as communities struggle to keep food, water, and phones running. Sports (Gambia in focus): Gambian runner Alieu Bah, 43, completed his first-ever marathon in Estonia, representing The Gambia and earning a bronze medal—an inspiring fitness milestone. Regional Mobility: IOM and ECOWAS urged media to boost awareness of ENBIC, the biometric travel credential meant to make movement across West Africa safer and smoother. Music & Events: WemsFest announced an international-leaning lineup for its new season, spotlighting Gambian master musician Musa Mboob and kora player Sura Susso alongside artists across West Africa and beyond. Football (AFCON build-up): Somalia named Osman Addo in its 2027 AFCON qualifier squad, with a double-header that includes a match against The Gambia.
Power Crisis: In Tanji, empty ice boxes and rotting fish show how prolonged blackouts are hitting livelihoods, with outages lasting 12–48 hours and even disrupting water and hospital backup systems. Sports—Volleyball: The Gambia put up a strong fight against defending champions Egypt at the CAVB Men’s African Nations Volleyball Championship in Tunis, pushing a tight opening set before a 3-1 loss. Sports—CAF Champions League: Medina United’s historic CAF Champions League run ended after a 1-1 draw with Star Sport Academy; the tie finished 1-1 on aggregate and Star Sport advanced on away goals. Arts & Rights: The National Assembly’s ratification of the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Performances is a win for Gambian performers, but readers are urged to watch for real implementation and enforceable copyright protections. Media Policy: The Ministry of Information reminds foreign journalists to get permits and accreditation, while stressing the process should stay transparent and not block legitimate reporting. Tourism Links: Tourism Minister Abdoulie Jobe says The Gambia wants more Nigerians to visit and calls for deeper business partnerships through the Akwaaba Travel Market in Lagos.
Gambia in CAF spotlight: The Gambia pushed defending champions Egypt hard in the CAVB Men’s African Nations Volleyball Championship in Tunis, taking the opening set 28-26 before going down 3-1—another sign the sport is growing despite limited indoor facilities. AFCON 2027 build-up: Ghana’s Thomas Partey has resumed training with Al Shabab after injury rehab, boosting Carlos Queiroz ahead of the Black Stars’ opening qualifiers versus Côte d’Ivoire (24 Sept) and The Gambia (27 Sept). Squad headlines: Côte d’Ivoire named Real Madrid’s Yan Diomande and Nicolas Pepe for their opener against Ghana, while Ghana’s Mohammed Kudus remains a fitness question—De Zerbi says he may not be at peak condition yet. Gambia football heartbreak: Medina United’s CAF Champions League debut ended after a 1-1 draw with Star Sport Academy; the tie went to Sierra Leone on away goals. Creative rights: The Gambia’s National Assembly ratified the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Performances, a win for performers’ legal protection—now the focus shifts to real enforcement. Tourism push: Abdoulie Jobe says The Gambia wants more Nigerians to visit and is seeking stronger business partnerships through deeper tourism cooperation.
Gambian Arts & Rights: The National Assembly’s unanimous ratification of the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Performances is a big win for performers’ legal recognition, but readers are reminded that real change depends on implementation—clear, enforceable copyright rules and accessible ways for artists to claim fair compensation. Gambia–Nigeria Tourism Push: At Nigeria’s Akwaaba Travel Market in Lagos, Gambia’s Tourism Minister Abdoulie Jobe urged Nigerian partners to help grow arrivals and business ties, while also pitching The Gambia as more than a stopover—an experience worth returning to. Sports & Culture Spotlight: Medina United’s CAF Champions League debut ended in heartbreak as Star Sport Academy advanced on away goals after a 1-1 draw in Bakau. Media Environment: The Ministry of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services reiterated that foreign journalists must get proper permits and accreditation, while also calling for a process that stays transparent and not overly obstructive. Regional Tech With Local Reach: Africell secured a $99.6m EXIM loan to upgrade mobile network technology in Angola, with Africell operating across Africa including The Gambia.
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: The National Sports Authority says Accra Sports Stadium is CAF-cleared for FIFA Category A matches, with Niger and Somalia set to use it for home games—Ghana’s qualifiers kick off soon with Côte d’Ivoire, then The Gambia. Black Stars Fitness Watch: Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi gave mixed updates on Mohammed Kudus—first saying he’s physically ready to start, then later casting doubt as he continues his return from a long injury layoff; Thomas Partey also faces a possible absence. Gambia Football: Medina United’s CAF Champions League debut ended in heartbreak as Star Sport Academy advanced on the away-goals rule after a 1-1 second-leg draw. Gambia Protests & Power Cuts: Gambian authorities banned unauthorised demonstrations after violent unrest tied to severe blackouts, with police tear-gassing crowds and arrests reported. Tourism & Culture Links: The Gambia’s tourism minister Abdoulie Jobe pushed for deeper Nigeria ties at Akwaaba, urging more Nigerians to visit and build business partnerships. Media & Governance: The IEC set stricter presidential nomination verification rules and dates (Nov. 3–14), while the NCCE warned objections shouldn’t be treated as criminal indictments.
Gambia–Nigeria Tourism Push: The Gambia’s Tourism Minister Abdoulie Jobe used Lagos’ Akwaaba Travel Market to urge Nigerian operators to build deeper business ties and bring more visitors, framing tourism as a way to turn shared history into real partnerships. Tourism Networking at Akwaaba: Lagos First Lady Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu officially opened the expo and praised Akwaaba’s role in cultural exchange, while also spotlighting Nigerian jollof rice. AFCON Fitness Watch: Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi said Mohammed Kudus is still not fully fit for Ghana’s AFCON 2027 qualifiers, even as he’s expected to be considered for matches vs Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia. Ghana Squad Shake-up: With Thomas Partey also flagged as likely unavailable, Ghana’s midfield options are being discussed ahead of the same AFCON qualifiers. CAF Champions League Heartbreak: Medina United’s debut ended after a 1-1 draw vs Star Sport Academy left them out on away goals. Gambia Protests & Power Cuts: Fresh demonstrations erupted over severe blackouts, with police tear-gassing crowds and arrests reported. Media Rules Reminder: The Gambia’s information ministry reiterated that foreign journalists must follow local laws and accreditation rules. Electoral Process Tightening: The IEC set Nov 3–14 for presidential nominations and warned it will verify signatures and voter card numbers more strictly. Arts & Culture Picks: A “Fresh Picks” music roundup highlighted jazz-forward releases and new tracks for listeners.
Tourism & Culture: The Gambia’s Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Abdoulie Jobe urged Nigerians to visit for business and leisure, pitching the “Smiling Coast of Africa” as a bridge for partnerships and people-to-people ties at Lagos’ 22nd Akwaaba Travel Market. Travel Showcase: Lagos First Lady Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu officially opened Akwaaba, praising African tourism and spotlighting Nigerian jollof rice as “best in Africa,” with Gambian tourism leadership also in attendance. Power Crisis & Protests: After violent unrest linked to severe blackouts, police banned unauthorised demonstrations and warned against night gatherings, while fresh protests reportedly flared again near Banjul. Elections & Civic Education: The IEC set presidential nominations for Nov. 3–14, with tighter signature and voter-card verification, as the NCCE urged calm and warned against inflammatory, identity-based rhetoric. Sports & Youth: Senegal deployed 618 Ecomig personnel to support security in The Gambia, while beach volleyball youth development in Senegal highlighted The Gambia among teams heading toward Dakar 2026.
Power & Protests: Fresh demonstrations in Banjul-area towns erupted over severe blackouts, with police tear-gassing crowds and reports of fires and road blockages as residents say outages have lasted up to 48 hours. Public Order: In response, Gambia banned unauthorised protests after unrest, warning against converging or “causing havoc” ahead of December elections. Elections Watch: The IEC tightened presidential candidate verification, setting nominations for Nov. 3–14 and issuing forms from Sept. 21, while the NCCE urged calm and said objections to voters lists are not criminal indictments. Regional Security: Senegal deployed 618 Ecomig personnel to support security in The Gambia, urging measured use of social media. Arts & Culture: A kora (West African harp) performance is set for Oct. 6 at a library in the Gambia-studied musician’s spotlight, bringing griot traditions to local audiences. Sports & Talent: Star Sport Academy advanced in CAF Champions League after beating Medina United on aggregate, while beach volleyball youth pathways for Dakar 2026 include The Gambia among women’s teams.
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