Domestic Violence Justice: The High Court in Banjul sentenced Yugo Sowe to life imprisonment over a brutal cutlass attack on his wife, Amie Sowe, in Brikama in November 2023, leaving her permanently disabled and underscoring that violence at home will be treated as serious crime. Health Costs & Access: Health Minister Dr Ahmadou Lamin Samateh defended recent increases in health service charges, saying care remains heavily subsidised, while shortages and higher costs are linked to limited resources and reliance on imported medicines. Road Safety Tragedy: A fatal crash at YBK in the Central River Region killed seven people after a sprinter vehicle collided with a stationary fuel tanker; injured passengers were taken to Bansang Hospital and some referred to Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital. Public Health Capacity & Support: Merck Foundation held its 13th Africa-Asia Luminary with First Ladies and health leaders, highlighting scholarships for healthcare providers, including support for capacity building in countries like The Gambia. Malaria Awareness: A new focus on mosquitoes and malaria research continues, spotlighting why Anopheles mosquitoes thrive near people and how adaptation affects transmission. Governance & Service Delivery: The government says it will adopt parts of Nigeria’s civil service reform model to improve public service management and accountability. Power & Water Pressure: GALA protesters issued a 10-day ultimatum to NAWEC over persistent electricity outages and water shortages affecting homes, hospitals, and schools.