TRAVEL/Dispatch from Fouta: In My Grandmother’s Village
Essay
By: Cherno Baba Jallow
December, 2016.
I am in my maternal grandmother’s village of Djoungol, Dalein, north-central Guinea. I have been here for the past four days now. On...
The Grass that Never Grows
ESSAY
By: Pa Alhagie Musa Kassama (The New Pen)
The Gambia is one of the smallest countries found west of the Prime Meridian and north of the equator. It...
“POTO-POTO”: mud, muddles and puddles
By: Famara Fofana
The rains are here again. So, naturally, the famer folk are brimming with optimism like a people poised to receive manna from heaven. For them,...
Kush Effect – A Piece by University of The Gambia Economics Student, Lamin Sanneh
Tears roll down when one thinks about the effect Kush has had on the youths of the smiling coast of Africa.
Watching footage from afar breaks one’s heart...
A Journey Across America, 31 States out of 50: Dream Coming Through!
Travel
By Sainey MK Marenah
As someone who immigrated from The Gambia, I've had the amazing opportunity to travel to 31 out of the 50 states in the U.S....
Harnessing Solar Power to Enhance Healthcare in The Gambia
By: Kodou Jeng Gaye
As we stride forward into an era dominated by technology and innovation, we must ensure these advancements benefit everyone, especially those in remote and...
A Deep Reflection: The Whataboutism Surrounding Migration from Kaur to Kudang
By: Mustapha Paragon Sonko
To begin with, I have granted myself the right to use two villages I dearly love in The Gambia to share my message with...
Inspiring Journey of Female Journalists in The Gambia Achieving Excellence Through Consistency, Hard Work,...
By Michaella Faith Wright
In The Gambia, a country where journalism plays a pivotal role in shaping public opinion and driving social change, female journalists face unique challenges...
A Cheer For A Barber
By Cherno Baba Jallow
He was my first New York City barber in 2014. At first, I wasn’t sure if I should trust him with my hair. I...
In The Company Of Relatives, And For The First Time
TRAVEL
By Cherno Baba Jallow
A day before I visited my maternal grandfather’s village of Hamdalaye in Dalein, north-central Guinea, I was swept up in a whirlwind of apprehensiveness....
OPINION: In the Middle East Hostilities are Imminent
OPINION
By: Musa Bassadi Jawara
The IDF continues relentless aerial bombardment of Gaza as Hamas’ brutal assault in Israel laid bare. The scale and scope of Hamas’ surprise attack...
December 2024 would have been Gambia-China Golden Jubilee
OPINION
By Talibeh Hydara
Let’s start with a little history lesson. In 1968, three years after independence from Great Britain, The Gambia established diplomatic relations with the Republic of...
Ethical Morass
OPINION
By Cherno Baba Jallow
In 2022, a closely-held secret in President Adama Barrow’s Administration or a part of it, finally leapt into the public consciousness: that some senior...
From Mercy to Mercy: The Breakdown and Revitalization of the Jakhanke Ethos from the...
OPINION
By: Cheikh Soubky Sylla, the son of his father Sheikh-Al-Islam Sylla, the student of his grandfather Al Hajj Karamba Tabatou
In a Prophetic narration brought forward by Sidi...
Farming in Foni After Ex-President Jammeh
By Yaya A Bojang (Bojis)
Foni, a multi-ethnic settlement in the eastern part of the West Coast region, was once home to a Gambian president. From 1994 to...
The Role of Scientific Research in Gambian Senior Secondary Schools
By: Kodou Jeng Gaye
In The Gambia, kickstarting scientific research in senior secondary schools is vital for several reasons.
Stimulating Curiosity and Critical Thinking: Introducing research at this level...
The Rebirth of Traditional Artistry: Safeguarding The Gambia’s Rich Cultural Heritage
By Michaella Faith Wright
In the bustling markets of The Gambia, the vibrant colours and intricate designs of traditional crafts are experiencing a renaissance. As modern influences permeate...
A Nation in Crisis: Gambian Youth Lost at Sea, a Call for Urgent Action
By Yahya Sonko
Migration Activist
Gambia European Centre For Jobs Migration & Development Agency
Sixty-two young Gambians are reported missing at sea, feared dead. These words, though devastating, have become...
Honoring an Exemplary Life: A Tribute to Justice Ahmad Belgore
By Fatou Janneh, Madison, WI
How does one properly mourn the loss of a fallen hero? For me, it begins with reflecting on Justice Ahmad Belgore’s profound impact...
AFRICA MUST RISE
By: The Perpetual Poet (Grammarian Komma)
The future of Africa is anchored in hygienic politics. Unless this concept is embraced by the electorate and politicians, our development policies,...