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Training Workshop on Records Digitization Held in Banjul
Press Release10/07/20252 min read

Training Workshop on Records Digitization Held in Banjul

The NRC organized a national training workshop for public officers to enhance digitization and data preservation practices across government institutions.

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Report10/07/20252 min read

Evaluation Report on Public Awareness Campaigns (2024–2025)

A new NRC evaluation report reveals the success of nationwide campaigns in improving public understanding of the Right to Information Act.

Report10/07/20252 min read

Quarterly Review on Access to Information Requests (Q2 – 2025)

The NRC’s Q2 review highlights an increase in information request submissions and improved inter-ministerial coordination.

Press Release10/07/20252 min read

NRC Partners with Ministry of Information to Promote RTI Awareness

The NRC, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information, has launched a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about citizens’ right to access public information.

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Training Workshop on Records Digitization Held in Banjul

The NRC organized a national training workshop for public officers to enhance digitization and data preservation practices across government institutions.

Report10/07/20252 min read

Annual Transparency Report Highlights Progress in Public Information Access

The 2025 Annual Transparency Report shows significant progress in public access to information, with 82% of requests completed within the legal timeframe.

Press Release10/07/20252 min read

Gambia Government Reduces Fees for Information Requests

The Government of The Gambia has announced a reduction in administrative fees for information requests to encourage public participation and ensure equitable access.

Announcement10/07/20252 min read

National Records Commission Launches Online Information Access Portal

The Gambia’s National Records Commission has launched a new online portal to simplify public access to government information and promote transparency across ministries.

Announcement10/07/20252 min read

B. Mbye Cham (1947–2025), Gambian Scholar and Film Maker Passes Away at 78

Professor B. Mbye Cham, a pioneering Gambian scholar and filmmaker at Howard University, has passed away at the age of 78. Known for his profound contributions to African film and literature, his legacy continues to inspire generations across continents.