Tourism & Creative Economy Roadmaps: The EU/ITC Youth Empowerment Project validated new tourism and creative-industry roadmaps at Senegambia Beach Hotel, outlining priorities to boost MSMEs, women and youth, improve the business environment, attract investment, and expand access to local and international markets. Senegambia Cooperation: Presidents Adama Barrow and Bassirou Diomaye Faye met in Dakar for the 4th Senegalo-Gambian Presidential Council, agreeing on energy, trade facilitation, digital transformation, education and security—plus a push to make cooperation deliver results for citizens. Pilgrims’ Flight Disruptions: Gambia International Airlines (GIA) faced complaints from Gambian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia over chaotic return schedules, hotel issues and alleged prioritisation of private-agency bookings. Market Fire in Serrekunda: A fire damaged stalls at Sandika Market in Serrekunda, with traders blaming an electrical fault and calling for better layout and rebuilding to reduce repeat incidents. Judicial Infrastructure: The Chief Justice inspected the Special Criminal Division at Bakau and a new Mile 7 court complex, supporting faster delivery of justice. GFF Coaching Upgrade: The Gambia Football Federation opened registrations for its first-ever CAF ‘A’ Coaching Diploma Course, running July 13, 2026 to Jan 30, 2027. Art for Tourism: ART27 launched a residency programme to create large-format works for a BIG & BOLD Touring Exhibition opening in October 2026, aimed at galleries, hotels and resorts during peak tourism season.