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“A Change of Government, but Not Yet a Change of System,” Says Barra Touray as APP Faction Joins…
By Seedy Jobe
A faction of the All Peoples Party (APP)-Sobeyaa has formally joined Coalition 2026, led by Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda, marking another political realignment ahead of The Gambia’s December presidential election.
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NDP Leader Challenges Government’s Claims on Rice Prices, Raises Concerns Over Food Quality
Kebba Madi Bojang, leader, National Democratic Party (NDP)
By Makutu Manneh
Kebba Madi Bojang, leader of the National Democratic Party (NDP), has criticized government officials for claiming that rice is cheaper in The Gambia!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Bensouda Unveils Coalition 2026 Manifesto, Pledges Reform and Governance Without Revenge
Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda, Coalition2026 Flagbearer
By Seedy Jobe
Coalition 2026 presidential candidate, Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda, has pledged to rebuild The Gambia, restore public trust in government, and lead an!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Assan Martin: Bensouda Is the Leader; Gambia Needs to Revive Economy, Create Jobs
Assan Martin, spokesperson for Coalition 2026
By Fatou Sillah
Assan Martin, spokesperson for Coalition 2026, has described Talib Ahmed Bensouda as the leader The Gambia needs to revive its economy, create employment!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Mayor Bensouda Says Gambians Have Right to Protest at State House Without Police Permit
Talib Ahmed Bensouda, leader of UNITE and presidential candidate for Coalition 2026
By Fatou Sillah
Talib Ahmed Bensouda, leader of UNITE and presidential candidate for Coalition 2026, has asserted that Gambians have!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Almameh Gibba Says No-to-Alliance Will Not Make Jammeh a Condition for Opposition Coalition
Almameh Gibba, National Assembly member for Foni Kansala
By Makutu Manneh
Almameh Gibba, leader of the No-to-Alliance movement and National Assembly member for Foni Kansala, has said the movement will not make the inclusion!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…