Gambia news: IMF deputy division chief impressed with Gambia's economy
Friday, May 21, 2010
David Dunn, the deputy division chief of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stated that he is impressed with the good performance of the Gambia economy in recent years despite the current global economic crisis. Dunn made these remarks Thursday at a press conference held at the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs office in Banjul after their three-day mission to The Gambia to conduct their regular Article Four consultation as well as monitor The Gambia's performance against the current programme with IMF.
Gambia news: Taiwanese cultural group to participate in Kanilai Festival
Friday, May 21, 2010
Hung-Sheng Lion Dance Theatre group, one of the most celebrated cultural groups in Taiwan will take part in the 5th Kanilai International Cultural Festival which starts Tomorrow, Saturday, May 22nd in Kanilai. The much talked about cultural group, according to a press release from the Taiwan Embassy in Banjul, will also grace the Gambian leader, Sheikh Professor Alhaji Dr Yahya Jammeh's 45th birthday celebration. The release further disclosed that Hung-Sheng Lion Dance Theatre group will also grace the much awaited mega tribute concert of the late Michael Jackson on May 29 at the Independence Stadium.
