Skills & Jobs Boost: President Adama Barrow presided over the award of over D83m to 25 TVET institutions under the Skills, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Fund, backed by the World Bank, targeting training quality and employability in areas like agriculture, engineering, tourism, ICT and business. Border Farming Disruption: The Agriculture Minister says more than 130 Gambian farmers ordered off disputed border lands by Senegalese forces should return “by the end of this week,” after the Bulock fence crisis left communities fearing crop losses. Private Sector Voice: The Gambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry met President Barrow to push a private-sector-led growth agenda, investment and job creation, and to flag business challenges directly to government. Trade & Agriculture Diplomacy: The Gambia and Gabon signed five agreements during President Oligui Nguema’s visit, covering trade, investment, diplomacy and agriculture to deepen Banjul–Libreville ties. Fisheries Pressure: A report highlights growing strain on small pelagic fish resources, warning that industrial vessels and fishmeal/fish oil expansion could ripple through Gambia’s landing, processing and coastal livelihoods. Gambia–Senegal Tensions Explained: Commentary revisits the Bulock incident, arguing the fence clash reflects deeper border demarcation and security dynamics. Tourism Content Deal: THD TV Gambia sealed a two-year partnership with Star TV/Radio to expand production and marketing reach.