Banjul.
capital of The Gambia
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 75
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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President Adama Barrow of The Gambia is facing political challenges as Halifa Sallah coordinates the opposition alliance in the municipality of Kanifing near Banjul.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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President Adama Barrow presided over the signing of an agreement in Banjul.Some support1 report
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Border patrols rotated through Banjul to monitor Casamance, while soldiers were sent to Libya for commando training.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Gwarzo was named President of African Private Universities, with a ceremony scheduled to take place in Banjul.Some support1 report
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Religious leaders from the West Coast Region attended a meeting held at State House in Banjul on September 18, 2026.Some support1 report
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Njie worked on Banjul's streets and drainage systems.Some support1 report
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Turkish Airlines inaugurated direct flights to Banjul on September 15, 2026, while Gambia acknowledged Albayrak Group as a key partner.Some support1 report
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Modou Lamin B. Bah was elected as a National Assembly Member for Banjul North on August 28, 2026.Some support1 report
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President Adama Barrow addressed a power crisis and supported measures restricting foreign informal trade in Banjul.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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War has begun to disrupt supply chains, leading to protests in Banjul addressed by President Adama Barrow.Some support3 reports
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Protests are underway in Banjul over power cuts, reported by Reuters.Some support15 reports
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Political debate over election transparency took place in Banjul involving Lamin Manneh.Some support1 report
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IUU fishing complaints have been reported in Banjul, West Africa, threatening local food security.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Al Jazeera reported on the daily life in Banjul on August 5, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Travel occurred between the capital cities of Senegal (Dakar) and The Gambia (Banjul).Some support1 report
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Sand mining accelerates erosion, threatening vital sectors in Banjul.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Lowe expresses concerns about Banjul's coastline, and the National Environment Agency is being consulted regarding the issues.Some support1 report
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A governor commended Tinubu on security architecture, while a conference was held in Banjul, The Gambia.Some support1 report
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Ceesay, born in Banjul, pursued education at the Management Development Institute and Navarro College.Some support3 reports
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Dawda A. Jallow, who served as Chief Justice in The Gambia, held a farewell ceremony in Banjul.Some support1 report
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Dangote Group pledged a $2 billion strategic investment partnership in Banjul to develop a modern fuel tank farm.Some support5 reports
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The United Nations opened a full-fledged embassy in Banjul and contributed to the UN Peacebuilding Fund.Some support2 reports
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The World Bank increased financing commitment to The Gambia, amidst deepening financial gaps in Africa caused by global crises.Some support1 report
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A capacity-building program discussing media trends was held in Banjul involving the African Union of Broadcasting.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Seedy Keita spoke during a briefing held in Banjul.Some support1 report
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Rotary Club operates in Banjul, the capital city of The Gambia.Some support1 report
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Ramaphosa addressed immigration concerns while in Banjul amid warnings from the ACHPR.Some support1 report
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Banjul is the host city for a regional meeting on June 26, 2026.Some support1 report
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Unregulated construction of billboards is occurring in the Greater Banjul Area.Some support1 report
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Diplomatic relations between Morocco and Gambia were discussed as a partnership reinforced through agreements and projects.Some support1 report
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The African Union is leading a fact-finding mission to Banjul to assess the ongoing elections in The Gambia.Some support1 report1 development inside
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An unnamed Ministry of Interior in Banjul inaugurated a modern forensic laboratory to support ongoing investigations.Some support1 report
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Rohey Malick Lowe's leadership in Banjul is being honored, with her foundation driving change aligned with global goals.Some support1 report
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Around Banjul this week
News at the entities that move Banjul most-
The Gambia StructuralFishmeal factories in The Gambia are capturing juvenile fish, leading to the depletion of fish stocks.Moves Banjul
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International Monetary Fund StructuralCape Verde is seeking an extension for its support programs from the International Monetary Fund.Moves Banjul
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Dangote Group StructuralDangote Group visited NNPC's exhibition stand at ADIPEC, where NNPC presented its operations and prospects.Moves Banjul
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Turkish Airlines OperationalTurkish Airlines maintains its position as Europe's leading network airline, with strong demand in Türkiye and impacted by the Middle East conflict.Moves Banjul
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Guinea OperationalItafos Inc. is operating various projects globally, including Arraias and Santana in Brazil, Conda business in Idaho, and Farim high-grade mine in Guinea-Bissau.Moves Banjul
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National Environment Agency StructuralNEA appoints Control Risks Group to assess Wilmar's role in haze pollution.Moves Banjul
Connections
The 40 strongest of 75, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
The Gambia Structural
Banjul is the capital city of The Gambia, establishing a formal structural relationship.
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International Monetary Fund Structural
The Gambia receives economic reviews and financing from the IMF, indicating a structural dependency on the institution.
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Rotary Club Operational
Rotary Club operates within Banjul, the capital city of The Gambia, as part of its functional mandate.
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Dangote Group Structural
Dangote Group is making a $2 billion strategic investment and developing fuel infrastructure in Banjul.
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Iuu Operational
IUU fishing activities associated with A negatively impact food security in Banjul.
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Turkish Airlines Operational
Turkish Airlines provides direct flight service connecting the company to the location of Banjul.
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International Criminal Court Transactional
The government based in Banjul is actively seeking assistance and support from the International Criminal Court.
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Guinea Operational
Guinea supplies electricity imports to the region of Banjul, and the two locations share border security links.
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Casamance Operational
Border patrols utilize Banjul as a base of operations to monitor the geopolitical state of Casamance.
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African Union Operational
The African Union conducts missions and consultations in Banjul to assess political situations.
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Lamin Manneh Operational
Lamin Manneh is involved in political debates concerning election transparency in Banjul.
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Modou Lamin B. Bah Structural
A serves as a National Assembly Member representing the area of B.
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Njie Operational
Njie performed work on Banjul's streets and drainage systems.
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Cyril Ramaphosa Shared context
Cyril Ramaphosa addresses international concerns regarding the situation in Banjul, The Gambia.
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Al Jazeera Mentioned together
Al Jazeera reported on the life and events occurring in the city of Banjul.
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Greater Banjul Area Shared context
The entities share a geographic context where unregulated construction of billboards is occurring.
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Rabat Shared context
The government agency in Rabat operates within the context of the city of Banjul.
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Adama Barrow Shared context
Adama Barrow's political activities and public appearances are consistently reported as taking place within the capital city of Banjul.
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Ankara Operational
The relationship is characterized by the strengthening of diplomatic and trade bonds between the two locations.
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Global Environment Facility Structural
The leaders in Banjul receive recognition and support through initiatives provided by the Global Environment Facility.
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Rohey Malick Lowe Shared context
Rohey Malick Lowe's actions and leadership are credited with defining and influencing Banjul's status and context.
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Talib Ahmed Bensouda Shared context
Talib Ahmed Bensouda's political activities are observed taking place within the city of Banjul.
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National Environment Agency Structural
The National Environment Agency provides regulatory consultation regarding coastal issues in Banjul.
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World Bank Shared context
The World Bank's operations and financing commitments extend to The Gambia, where Banjul is located.
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International Court of Justice Shared context
Banjul is situated within the context of international affairs and global judicial bodies.
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Angola Operational
Bilateral talks between Banjul and Angola are focused on deepening cooperation and mutual interests.
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Dawda A. Jallow Shared context
Dawda A. Jallow's professional activities and associated events are situated in Banjul.
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West Africa Shared context
Banjul is located within the geographical and political context of West Africa.
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United Nations Development Programme Shared context
The UNDP maintains a representative presence in Banjul to conduct development work.
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Kwadwo Afari-Gyan Shared context
Kwadwo Afari-Gyan conducted a pre-election fact-finding mission in Banjul.
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Seedy Keita Shared context
Seedy Keita conducted a briefing while located in Banjul.
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Kanifing Shared context
Kanifing is a municipality located adjacent to Banjul.
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Reuters Shared context
Reuters reports on events, such as protests due to power cuts, occurring in the city of Banjul.
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Dakar Shared context
The two capital cities are connected by travel routes.
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Senegal Operational
The relationship is characterized by competition over territory and oil resources.
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Minister for Foreign Affairs Shared context
The Minister for Foreign Affairs conducted a meeting in the city of Banjul.
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International Open University Shared context
The International Open University is scheduled to hold a ceremony in Banjul.
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Middle East Shared context
The relationship is based on the shared context of global geopolitical events, specifically the war in the Middle East.
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GAF Shared context
GAF operates from offices located in Banjul.
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Nigeria Shared context
Nigeria is involved in cross-border cooperation with the region where Banjul is located.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
2 eventsSeptember 2026
9 events- President Adama Barrow of The Gambia is facing political challenges as Halifa Sallah coordinates the opposition alliance in the municipality of Kanifing near Banjul.
- Religious leaders from the West Coast Region attended a meeting held at State House in Banjul on September 18, 2026.
- Njie worked on Banjul's streets and drainage systems.
- Turkish Airlines inaugurated direct flights to Banjul on September 15, 2026, while Gambia acknowledged Albayrak Group as a key partner.
- Modou Lamin B. Bah was elected as a National Assembly Member for Banjul North on August 28, 2026.
- President Adama Barrow addressed a power crisis and supported measures restricting foreign informal trade in Banjul.
- War has begun to disrupt supply chains, leading to protests in Banjul addressed by President Adama Barrow.
- Protests are underway in Banjul over power cuts, reported by Reuters.
- Political debate over election transparency took place in Banjul involving Lamin Manneh.
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August 2026
4 events- Bilateral engagement between nations took place in Banjul.
- IUU fishing complaints have been reported in Banjul, West Africa, threatening local food security.
- Al Jazeera reported on the daily life in Banjul on August 5, 2026.
- Travel occurred between the capital cities of Senegal (Dakar) and The Gambia (Banjul).
July 2026
10 events- Border patrols rotated through Banjul to monitor Casamance, while soldiers were sent to Libya for commando training.
- Sand mining accelerates erosion, threatening vital sectors in Banjul.
- Lowe expresses concerns about Banjul's coastline, and the National Environment Agency is being consulted regarding the issues.
- A governor commended Tinubu on security architecture, while a conference was held in Banjul, The Gambia.
- Ceesay, born in Banjul, pursued education at the Management Development Institute and Navarro College.
- Dawda A. Jallow, who served as Chief Justice in The Gambia, held a farewell ceremony in Banjul.
- Dangote Group pledged a $2 billion strategic investment partnership in Banjul to develop a modern fuel tank farm.
- The United Nations opened a full-fledged embassy in Banjul and contributed to the UN Peacebuilding Fund.
- The World Bank increased financing commitment to The Gambia, amidst deepening financial gaps in Africa caused by global crises.
- Seedy Keita spoke during a briefing held in Banjul.
June 2026
9 events- A capacity-building program discussing media trends was held in Banjul involving the African Union of Broadcasting.
- Rotary Club operates in Banjul, the capital city of The Gambia.
- Ramaphosa addressed immigration concerns while in Banjul amid warnings from the ACHPR.
- Banjul is the host city for a regional meeting on June 26, 2026.
- Unregulated construction of billboards is occurring in the Greater Banjul Area.
- Diplomatic relations between Morocco and Gambia were discussed as a partnership reinforced through agreements and projects.
- The African Union is leading a fact-finding mission to Banjul to assess the ongoing elections in The Gambia.
- An unnamed Ministry of Interior in Banjul inaugurated a modern forensic laboratory to support ongoing investigations.
- Rohey Malick Lowe's leadership in Banjul is being honored, with her foundation driving change aligned with global goals.