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GRTS MARKETING

The Marketing Department manages the commercial activities of both Radio and Television. We are responsible for generating revenue and selling the services of both radio and television. We are generally in charge of coordinating all marketing and commercial activities which include the sale of GRTS products and services. The sales of airtime include advertisement, panel discussions, documentaries and sponsorships of programme and ad hoc revenue initiatives.GRTS over the years has been the favourites of companies wishing to widen the base of their clientele and increase their market share by sponsoring programmes and advertising on GRTS. The formal and educative nature of our programmes guarantee expansive publicity that advertiser can hardly resist. GRTS programmes are designed to meet the needs of both local and international companies seeking to sell their brands, products and services as well opening a new chapter of a mutually beneficial partnership that will ensure a win-win situation for both parties and produce huge returns on your investmentsAdvertising with GRTS give your business an ideal opportunity to reach millions of viewers every week. Considering that GRTS is now on Satellite and social media platforms our coverage spans across many parts of the world. Many Gambians in the Diaspora and well wishers of the Gambia follow GRTS to get first hand information on events in the Gambia. Advertise with GRTS and make your business stand in the face of competition.   Contact GRTS marketing on Tel: Television (00220)  2780125-9747011-2325299 WatsApp- 2780125/2325299Tel : Radio (00220) 9747010/2784030/3957255 WatsApp-   2780125/3957255Email :[email protected]/[email protected] MEDIA LINKS .YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/c/GRTSTVFACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/grts.gmWEBSITE:http://www.grts.gmTWITTER:https://twitter.com/grtstvINSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/grtstvofficial/?hl=enLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/gambia-radio-television-services/  

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CAF DECLARES GAMBIA INELIGIBLE TO HOST HOME MATCHES AFTER STADIUM RENOVATION

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has determined that the Gambia is currently unable to host the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers following a recent assessment of the renovation works funded by the Gambia government. The inspection identified that the stadium requires further enhancements to the playing surface before it can be approved for any CAF or FIFA matches.While acknowledging the successful renovations overall, CAF noted that the condition of the pitch necessitates improvements to qualify for Category 3 matches. CAF expressed appreciation for the significant advancements made at the facility, commending the Government of The Gambia, the Gambia Football Federation (GFF), and the stadium management. Key areas of improvement included the dressing rooms, spectator stands, media zones, hospitality services, and essential structural elements. These enhancements represent a constructive step towards compliance with CAF and FIFA standards.Moreover, CAF has offered to assist the Gambia by providing a pitch specialist consultant to facilitate the necessary preparations, ensuring that the playing surface meets all requirements for future senior international matches.The Ministry extends its apologies to the public, who have been eagerly anticipating the return of the Scorpions to their home grounds. In light of this feedback, the Ministry will accept CAF’s proposal to engage a pitch specialist consultant to aid in the essential improvements.

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H.E. ADAMA BARROW MEETS UN S.G. ON THE SIDELINES OF UNGA79

The UN Secretary General, António Guterres Friday received President Adama Barrow in his office on the sidelines of the UNGA79. The two discussed the impressive democratic gains and highly successful transitional justice programme in The Gambia. The President updated Secretary-General Guterres on three phases of the TRRC process, seeking to bring about justice, reparation, and reconciliation for victims.SG Guterres commended President Barrow’s leadership in the region and assured him of the UN support for The Gambia’s agenda toward sustainable development. The United Nations Boss encouraged the maintenance of a peaceful co-existence in and around The Gambia, adding “Maintain it that way Mr President”. President Barrow thanked the UN SG for the renewal of its peace-building support programme for The Gambia critical to delivering justice to victims. The President is also committed to working with ECOWAS, AUC and the UN during the processes.

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SCORPIONS COACH JOHNATHAN MCKINSTRY UNVEILS SQUAD FOR AFCON QUALIFIERS

The Gambia National Team coach Johnathan McKinstry has unveiled a 24-man squad ahead of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.In what will be their quest for a third AFCON appearance, The Gambia will first take on Comoros on September 4th, before playing against Tunisia on September 8th. All the two matches will take place in Morocco as both the national stadiums of both The Gambia and Comoros are banned by CAF for failing to meet the required standards.

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CAF GIVES TEMPORAL APPROVAL FOR USAGE OF INDEPENDENCE STADIUM

After sending video and picture evidence of the completion of the remodelling and renovation of the Independence Stadium works to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), temporal approval has been given by CAF for The Gambia to host home matches.However, CAF will send inspectors for physical confirmation to ascertain if the pictures sent match with CAF's requirements.A senior official at the Ministry of Youth and Sports has told GRTS that, 'we've received confirmation that temporal approval has been given for the usage of the stadium for CAF matches.''But inspectors will have to come for physical confirmation, possibly before November. We are hopeful that final approval will be given because the evidence sent to them is what is on the ground.''So there is a 100% chance that we will play our game against Comoros at home' he said.After CAF banned the Gambia from hosting home matches due to a substandard stadium, the government of the Gambia under the leadership of H.E Adama Barrow has spent over 280 million dalasi to renovate the Independence Stadium to the required CAF standards.

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THE GAMBIA AND SPAIN SIGN TWO CRITICAL AGREEMENTS

President Barrow Wednesday hosts his Spanish counterpart, His Excellency Mr Pedro  Sanchez Perez Castejon President of The Government of Spain, for a State Visit. The visit marks an important occasion as the two States signed two significant memoranda of understanding on Circular Migration and Security Cooperation. The two agreements are crucial for facilitating legal migration and ensuring stability and security.The Circular Migration agreement is expected to enable Gambians to legally migrate to Spain to work in industries to tackle labour shortages in Spain. On the other hand, the Security Cooperation Agreement aims to enhance cooperation in addressing security challenges, through the exchange of information and intelligence to combat organised crime and other security threats.By addressing key areas such as migration and security, both nations aim to unlock new opportunities for mutual benefit, enhancing their partnership.The State visit highlights the strengthening of ties between The Gambia and Spain, focusing on bilateral development.The state visit to The Gambia marks a milestone in the relationship between the two countries. The outcomes of this visit are anticipated to drive further progress in strengthening the partnership between The Gambia and Spain. 

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GINA'S PARIS OLYMPICS JOURNEY ENDS IN WOMEN'S 200M SEMIS

 Gina Mariam Bass Bittaye, The Gambia's most decorated athlete, narrowly missed qualifying for the Women's 200m finals, marking the end of her 2024 Paris Olympics journey. Even though she ran her season best of 22.66 seconds, that was not enough as she finished 4th in the Women's 200m semifinals.Gina had previously won gold in the Women's 100m and 200m at the 2024 African Games, as well as gold in the Women's 100m at the 2024 African Senior Athletics Championship.Although she reached the semifinals in both the Women's 100m and 200m at the Paris Olympics, she fell short of making it to the finals.This was Gina's third consecutive appearance at the Olympics.

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