His Excellency President Adama Barrow has established a committee to review recent price regulations introduced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) in the telecommunications sector.
The move comes amid growing public concern over telecom pricing and its impact on consumers.
According to a State House press release, the committee comprises representatives from key government institutions, including the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, PURA, and the Gambia Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (GCCPC).
The Committee’s mandate is to conduct a thorough and impartial review of recent telecom pricing, ensuring that its findings are evidence-based and transparent.
President Barrow’s decision signals a proactive approach to addressing citizens’ concerns, with the State House emphasizing that Gambians’ interests and rights to fair and affordable services will continue to be safeguarded. The government has pledged to keep the public informed of the Committee’s findings and recommendations.
“This step underscores the administration’s dedication to consultative governance and the protection of consumer rights in a liberalized telecommunications market,” the release stated.
The Committee is expected to engage with stakeholders, assess the impact of current pricing policies, and provide recommendations that support a competitive market while protecting the financial interests of consumers.
The public can anticipate further updates as the Committee carries out its review, reaffirming the government’s pledge to transparency, accountability, and the integrity of the telecommunications sector.
