Happy May Day Gambia!
By Juliana Twumwaa Obeng
Happy May Day Gambia!
It's that time of the year again when we come together to celebrate our hardworking and vibrant labour force. It's a...
Tragic Death of Isatou Chorr Demands Justice
OPINION
By Bakary J Janneh
Right Activist
The devastating news of Isatou Chorr's untimely demise has sent shockwaves through communities far and wide. Isatou Chorr, a Gambian maid, was allegedly...
Launch of TRRC a Huge Leap. Now to the Real Work
I say congratulations to the government on the successful launch of the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission. One of many promises President Barrow made during the campaign...
As Nigeria’s Buhari 74 Declares his Intention to Run , Gambia Waits for Barrow...
The news has just emerged; that Nigeria’s 74 year old president will be seeking a second term in office. He has held his cards to his chest...
Independence Speech
By Bakary J. Janneh
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed citizens of The Gambia,
Today marks a significant milestone in our nation's history as we celebrate 59 years of independence from...
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...
Big Welcome For National Dialogue
OPINION
By D. A. Jawo
Bravo to President Adama Barrow and his administration for finally calling for a national dialogue with leaders of the opposition. It should have had...
Madi Jobarteh Says ECOWAS Is the Greatest Obstacle to Democracy in West Africa
By: Sainabou Gassama
Madi Jobarteh, a prominent human rights activist and civil society leader, has accused ECOWAS of promoting bad leadership and governance in its region.
Following the press...
LAMIN NJIE: Darboe’s comments border on bravado, it’s now up to Barrow to do...
Until this congress, the wonder has been why Ousainou Darboe has not waded into the growing uncertainty within the United Democratic Party. The wonder has been why...
GAP Urges Government to Introduce Anti-Homosexuality Law to Prevent Attempts or Advocacy
By: Dawda Baldeh
Musa Ousainou Yali Batchilly, the leader of the opposition Gambia Action Party (GAP), has urged the government to introduce anti-homosexuality laws to prevent any attempts...
Open Letter: My Advice to President Adama Barrow
Opinion
By: Gikey Drammeh
Dear Mr. President,
It is a fact that you are the president of the Gambia, which everyone must admit and respect. However, I am a concerned...
Tribute to the late Nogoi Njie
By: Musa Bassadi Jawara
From the onset, let me mention that the late Nogoi Njie and I were not acquainted, and I never remember meeting her, even though...
Letters/Messages to TFN — OPINION: Mr. President
Mr. President,
I hope this message finds you well. It is with deep disappointment and concern that I address this letter to you on behalf of the voiceless...
An open letter to President Barrow
Dear Mr. President,
If I write to you about the current situation of our country, will you read? If I speak to you about the direction our nation...
How Do You Think ECOWAS Should Address the Situation in Niger?
The ongoing situation in Niger, following the coup in July, remains a matter of concern. However, the trajectory of Niger's future doesn't solely rest on the actions...
LAMIN NJIE: President Barrow can go ahead and do five years but there...
President Barrow should by rights step aside in December. He has in the past 24 months proven to be not good enough for what is definitely one...
For Macky Sall, A Tarnished Legacy
OPINION
For Macky Sall, A Tarnished Legacy
By Cherno Baba Jallow
After Senegalese voters elected a new president Bassirou Diomay Faye on Sunday, the incumbent Macky Sall will be departing...
OPINION: Unemployment in The Gambia: A threat to National Development.
By: Katiby Sawo
A good number of young people in The Gambia are unemployed. Every year, our schools pumped out graduates, who scavenged to secure jobs on their...
HELLO MR PRESIDENT… No Medicine in Our Hospitals…
Health, it is said, is wealth. There is a cliche that says 'A healthy nation is a wealthy nation'. Thus, if any country wishes to develop, it...
OPINION: I am in genuine solidarity with the United Democratic Party (UDP)
Opinion:
By: Modou Mboob
With this write-up, I wish to express my unwavering solidarity with The Gambia's main opposition party, UDP. The recent arrest and witch-hunting occasioned against top...
