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17th General Assembly of the African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) & 20th Anniversary of the Union (14-17 April 2026 in Banjul, The Gambia)

This high-level meeting will provide an opportunity to examine in depth the major issues shaping the future of African broadcasting

The 17th General Assembly of the African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) (https://www.UAR-AUB.org), coinciding this year with its 20th anniversary, will be held from April 14 to 17, 2026, in Banjul, The Gambia, under the theme: “AUB, 20 Years Serving African Media: Heritage, Innovation and Transformation,” a strategic reflection on the…

Merck Foundation

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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej with Nigeria First Lady, H.E. Senator OLUREMI TINUBU, CON during the12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej with Nigeria First Lady H.E. Senator OLUREMI TINUBU, CON (1)
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Rasha Kelej meets The First Lady of Nigeria & 6 African First Ladies of Africa at the 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in The Gambia

Merck Foundation is transforming the Patient care landscape and making history together with their partners in Africa, Asia, and beyond

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More…

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Colonel Aliou Tine Takes over as New Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Mission in the Gambia (ECOMIG) Force Commander in The Gambia

Colonel Tine was assured of full support from mission headquarters and contingent commanders to ensure a successful completion of the ECOMIG mandate

Colonel Aliou Tine, the newly appointed force commander of the Economic Community of west African states (ECOWAS) Mission in the Gambia (ECOMIG), has pledged his commitment to refional security and supporting peaceful elections in close collaboration with Gmbian authorities and armed forces. He made this pledge at a handing-and-taking-over ceremony…

African Energy Chamber

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Industry Veteran Cany Jobe Appointed Director General (DG) of Gambia Petroleum Commission

Her appointment is part of the country’s efforts to attract oil investments and advance exploration activities

Gambian President Adama Barrow has appointed Cany Jobe as the new Director General of The Gambia Petroleum Commission, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to advance its oil and gas sector. The appointment comes as The Gambia accelerates regulatory reform and acreage promotion to position itself as one…

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The ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG) GHANCOY 9 Supports SOS Children’s Village in Bakoteh, The Gambia

The Ghanaian troops conducted an outreach program to educate the children about the role and responsibilities of the military

The ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG) GHANCOY 9, stationed in Barra in the North Bank Region of The Gambia, on the 22nd of December, 2025 extended a kind gesture by donating household items to SOS Children’s Village in Bakoteh, the Gambia. The support package included food items, drinks, clothing, sanitary…

MIR Holding

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    • President of the Republic of The Gambia Adama Barrof and Mohamed Dieng CEO of MIR Holding
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MIR Holding: Mouhamad Dieng and President Adama Borrow lay the groundwork for collaboration

The meeting focused on the role of private investment in supporting economic growth, improving infrastructure and strengthening key productive sectors

MIR Holding (https://MIRHolding.Odoo.com), a global investment group, is exploring potential investments in The Gambia after its Chief Executive Officer, Mouhamad Dieng, held talks with His Excellency President Adama Barrow. The meeting focused on the role of private investment in supporting economic growth, improving infrastructure and strengthening key productive sectors, as…

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    • Historical Recognition for Akinwumi Adesina: University of Gambia Re-Names Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences in his honor (1)
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Historical Recognition for Akinwumi Adesina: University of Gambia Re-Names Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences in his honor

The historic occasion recognized and immortalized Adesina’s name, leadership, contributions to Africa, and his visionary role in the transformation of agriculture and food security on the continent

The President of the Republic of The Gambia, President Adama Barrow has unveiled a  plaque renaming the University of Gambia’s School of Agriculture and Environmental Services as Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Services. The historic occasion recognized and immortalized Adesina’s name, leadership, contributions to Africa, and…

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    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and The First Lady of Central Africa, H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia
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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (2)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (3)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (4)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (5)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (6)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (9)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (10)
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Dr. Rasha Kelej meets Central Africa First Lady & 6 First Ladies of Africa at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary

Merck Foundation together with the office of The First Lady of Central Africa, has also conducted 4 editions of their Online Health Media Training to encourage media to be the voice of the voiceless and raise awareness

Merck Foundation (https://Merck-Foundation.com/), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck…

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    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (1)
    • H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (2)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (3)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (4)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (5)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (6)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (7)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (8)
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    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during Luminary (1)
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    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during Luminary (3)
    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during Luminary (4)
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Dr. Rasha Kelej meets Burundi First Lady for the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary to discuss their joint programs to build healthcare capacity and support Girl Education

Together with Burundi First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 55 scholarships for local doctors in Burundi in many critical and underserved specialties

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia in Banjul, The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia…

Merck Foundation

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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Liberia at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (1)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Ladies of Liberia, Sao Tome, and Senegal (L-R) during the 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Burundi and Liberia (L-R) at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
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    • Merck Foundation CEO with Vice President of The Gambia, First Lady of Liberia during 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (1)
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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (5)
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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with The First Lady of Liberia and The Gambia at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (L-R)
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Rasha Kelej meets The First Lady of Liberia & 6 African First Ladies of Africa at the 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in The Gambia

On the first day of the conference, the Plenary Session of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 took place, featuring keynote speeches of First Ladies of Africa

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia in Banjul, The Gambia. The conference is co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of Gambia…