For the Gambia: Reflections On Independence
Muhammad my son,
It is February 18, 2024, and I am seated right here at the Presidential Daise at the very place where the Kingdom of Great Britain...
Modou Lamin Dibba Calls for Immediate Addressing of Inequality and Indignity Faced by Migrants...
By: Sainabou Gassama
Muhammed Lamin Dibba, a Gambian currently pursuing his Master's Degree at The Geneva Graduate Institute, has urged Schiphol authorities to issue an immediate apology while...
OPINION: The Peace Award for H.E President Barrow and the Dialogue with Opponents
By: Suntou Touray, Deputy Head of Mission at The Gambia High Commission London
His Excellency President Adama Barrow deserves our appreciation for his efforts in promoting peace in...
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...
OPINION: Senegal Covered in a Cloud of Uncertainty
By: Musa Bassadi Jawara
Presidential elections were scheduled to take place this Sunday, February 25, 2024, in Senegal. A presidential decree and act of the National Assembly, placed...
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay Calls for Professionalization of Taxi Industry
By: Muhammed Lamin Drammeh
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, a Political Science Lecturer at the University of The Gambia and party leader of the Citizens’ Alliance (CA), has urged the...
Kemo Bojang Refutes Sabally’s Claims of KMC Not Creating Decent Jobs for Youths
By: Sainabou Gassama
Momodou Sabally, the former Campaign Manager for the United Democratic Party (UDP), has questioned the remarks made by the Mayor of KMC, Talib Ahmed Bensuda,...
The Crisis of Post-Presidency: A Problem Macky Sall and Yahya Jammeh Have in Common
By Amat Jeng, Howard University, Washington D.C. ([email protected])
In the late 1970s, the Comoros entered a period known as ‘période noire’ after President Ali Sohli, a deranged dictator,...
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...
Enjoy Your Independence Day, Gambians. But You Can Do Better Than That!
OPINION
By Cherno Baba Jallow
Happy February 18th, Gambians.
You, the People, should still be proud of what you did in 2016. You peacefully dislodged a long-standing African dictator, not...
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...
The convergence of all political parties and their leaders to the State House by...
OPINION
Bakary J Janneh
The convergence of all political parties and their leaders to the State House by His Excellency Adama Barrow, the President of the Republic of The...
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...
Macky Must Respect Senegal’s Constitution
OPINION
By: Modou A. Sambou
President Macky Sall of Senegal has engineered a flagrant breach of his country's constitution by unilaterally delaying the presidential election that was slated for...
Urgent Call for Responsible Action in Kuntaur Area Council
OPINION
By Modou A. Sambou, Demba E.W. Ceesay, Fatoumata N. Cham
We are deeply concerned about the prolonged absence of Mr. Saikou Jawara, Chairman of the Kuntaur Area Council,...
Upholding Constitutional Order: President Adama Barrow’s candidacy for a third term is a constitutional...
OPINION
By Bakary J Janneh
In a critical juncture of the Republic of The Gambia's political landscape, President Adama Barrow's decision to seek re-election for the presidency stands firmly...
2024 rolling: It is not a new year that makes you prosper
By Amara Thoronka
Days ago, we bid farewell to the year 2023. It was the end of a 12-month cycle. As in every other year, 2023 was...
Analyzing Claims & Accusations: The Ruling NPP and the Kuntaur Area Council Debacle
By: Bakary J Janneh
In recent times, the Kuntaur Area Council (KAC) has found itself at the center of controversy, with allegations and blame directed towards the ruling...
Urgent Call for Action: Inhumane Treatment of African Migrants in Tunisia Must Cease
By: Bakary J. Janneh
In recent weeks, the actions of the Tunisian Police Force towards African migrants within the country have raised serious concerns and prompted an outcry...
Former US President Trump wins landslide victory in Iowa caucuses
OPINION
By Musa Bassadi Jawara
Former President Donald Trump of the United States has secured a landslide victory in the Iowa Republican Caucuses Monday night. Mr Trump’s victory has...