No to Babysit but Equal Opportunities for Women
I write to wish my fellow Gambian women residing in the country and outside of the country a happy International Women’s Day. Today is a day that calls for celebration…
Why Sonko Should Resign — Senegal Must Choose the Constitution Over Mythology
By Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: Senegal is entering a moment of profound constitutional tension. The promise of a new political era, one built on republican discipline, institutional renewal, and civic…
The Khamenei “Martyrdom” Story Raises More Questions Than Answers
By Retired Lt Colonel Samsudeen Sarr, Former Commander of The Gambia National Army In the turbulent aftermath of the strike that reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, a dramatic…
Talent to Watch | From Wellingara to Real De Banjul: Saikou Sidibeh’s Inspiring Football Journey
By Ebrima Jaiteh, Talent to Watch Columnist In the heart of Wellingara community in the West Coast Region, where dusty fields serve as mini stadiums for highly talented young footballers,…
D. A Jawo: “When I was out of government, I felt like I had regained my freedom”
A victim of vindictiveness? By D. A. Jawo In June 2018, I was one of five cabinet ministers whose services were terminated by President Adama Barrow in a major cabinet…
Karantaba Wollof Born Praises President Adama Barrow Over Progress in Rural Electrification
In a heartfelt open letter to His Excellency President Adama Barrow, Karantaba Wollof born, Mustapha Sallah, praised the government’s efforts in expanding electricity access to rural communities in Sami District,…
Alieu Jobe: “Why Abdoulaye Saine Is the Leader University of The Gambia Needs Now”
His Excellency Adama Barrow,Your Excellency, I write with profound respect and patriotic conviction to strongly recommend Professor Abdoulaye Saine for appointment as Vice Chancellor of the University of The Gambia.…
Ebrima Nyang: “Why can’t they get 15,000 from the 30,000 registered”
In his open letter to Mayor Talib Ahmed Bensouda, Ebrima Nyang, Gambia Democratic Party’s Administrative Secretary has urged the leader of Unite Movement for Change (UMC) to convene an emergency…
Melville Roberts: “The public exposure seen in this case raises serious concerns”
Privacy, HIV Status, and the Limits of Public Interest in Senegal’s Recent ArrestsPRIVACY, HIV STATUS AND THE LIMITS OF PUBLIC INTEREST IN SENEGAL’S RECENT ARRESTS. The recent arrests in Senegal…
UK-Based Gambian Lawyer Responds to Foni Kansala Lawmaker
By Sheriff Conteh, Editor UK-based Gambian lawyer Melville Roberts has issued a strongly worded response to Foni Kansala lawmaker, Hon. Almameh Gibba, describing the ongoing resignation calls on Police Prosecutor…