Attaya as Aphrodisiac: Boosts Libido and Sexual Pleasure
By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu
The writer
Attaya as Aphrodisiac: Boosts Libido and Sexual Pleasure
Don’t be too quick to judge as I have noticed in the Gambia...
Pro. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu: Red palm oil lowers cholesterol, slows heart diseases
By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu
Study: Red Palm Oil Lowers Cholesterol, slows Heart diseases
When it comes to cooking oils, Palm oil appears to be controversial. Additionally,...
NAMs Question the Joint Committee’s FGM/C Report
By: Alieu Jallow
In the ongoing heated debate over the repeal of the ban on FGM/C, several parliamentarians have raised questions about the integrity, empirical data, proof of...
Attaya: Improves brain function, protects brain ageing
By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu
The writer
Attaya: Improves brain function, protects brain ageing
In recent times, I have been delving into the potency of attaya in the Gambia....
Coffee may lower risk of death, improves golf performance
By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu
The writer
Coffee
I also notice coffee is revered in the Gambia. From careful observation, it appears coffee is next to attaya consumption in...
“I can’t recall signing an MOU with MoH.” Board Member’s Testimony Raises Questions About...
By: Alieu Jallow
"I cannot recall sitting in a board meeting to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Health," stated Ernest Andrew Mendy, a...
Gambia: How sugar in your drinks destroys the body
By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu
The writer
Gambia: How sugar in your drinks destroys the body
I have observed keenly that there is a wide range of sugar desserts...
Debate over FGM: Hadith expert Muqbil tells religious leaders to not religionize FGM
By Dawda Baldeh
In The Gambia, a contentious debate persists over whether Female Circumcision/Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is rooted in religion or culture, and whether it should remain...
NAMs Applaud NA Education Committee’s Report, Urge Implementation of Recommendations
By: Mama A. Touray
National Assembly members applauded the National Assembly Select Committee on Education, Training, and ICT’s report on visits to private schools, madrasas, GSM operators, and...
The Science of Eating Dates during Ramadan
By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu
Dates (Phoenix dactylifera) are the sweetest fruits native to Iraq. The date palm tree produces these fruits, which have long been a...
Lands Minister Sowe Receives Emotional Welcome from Staff After Months of Overseas Treatment
By: Dawda Baldeh
The atmosphere at the Ministry of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs was filled with emotions yesterday as their Minister, Honorable Ousman Sowe, returned home...
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...
University of The Gambia Medical Students Association: Health myths/benefits of the ‘mborr mborr’ tea
011 R. Jobe
April 2023
THE MBORR MBORR TEA
It’s always refreshing after long hours of fasting, easily accessible and cheap, some date it back to ancient times, linked to...
TFN Exclusive: Life and Labor: Navigating Fatal Challenges and Celebrating Successes at Kanifing General...
By: Dawda Baldeh
Delving deeply into the challenges and success stories of Kanifing General Hospital, the second-largest and busiest hospital in the Greater Banjul Area, The Fatu Network...
Prof. Nyarkotey: Why Domoda improves erectile dysfunction
By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu
Prof. Nyarkotey: Why Domoda improves erectile dysfunction
In my...
Red Cross Society Concludes 3-Day Intensive Basic First Aid Training with OIC Staff
By: Dawda Baldeh
The Gambia Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) concluded a three-day intensive training for its staff on basic first aid earlier this afternoon....
University of The Gambia Medical Students Association: Paracetamol
Pain is the most important symptom, without pain most people would not go to the hospital to see Doctors. No wonder many people turn to Paracetamol/Paracetamol-containing products,...
Bubacarr Bob Keita’s Mission: Steering Gambian Youth Away from Drugs through Charity and Education
By: Michaella Faith Wright
Bubacarr Bob Keita, a dedicated advocate, works tirelessly to steer children away from drugs and guide them towards a brighter future. Born to a...
No, EFSTH Doesn’t Have a High in-Hospital Mortality Rate. Some Private Hospitals Keep Patients...
By: Seringe ST Touray
During an interview underscoring the successes and challenges faced by Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH), the hospital’s renowned Syrian-born Chief Medical Director, Doctor...
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...
