Barrow Press Conference on Hosting the OIC Summit
OPINION
By Musa Bassadi Jawara
I wish to take this opportunity and record a goodwill message for the host country, the homeland, The Gambia, and the very best of...
The Monitoring Spirit
OPINION
By M R R
Growing up, many of us have encountered that one friend or family member that we assumed had the best interest for us. To a...
Always be mindful of that friend or close relation that has a deep-seated animosity...
What the Readers Say:
By M R R
Always be mindful of that friend or close relation that has a deep-seated animosity against you.
They are the first to cheer...
‘Vimto Circle’: ‘Girl Power’ Before it Became a Trend
Long before the advent of the term "Girl Power," a group of young girls practised this in The Gambia and lived by its dictates till death parted...
Abandoning Traditional Taboos for Modern Security: Another ills of a Modern Civilization
OPINION
By Yaya A Bojang (Bojis)
Our earlier societies were said to live in a very serene atmosphere where young people were known to be so obedient and well-mannered...
For UDP, The Road Anew
OPINION
By Cherno Baba Jallow
At its founding in 1996, the United Democratic Party (UDP) was riding a crest-wave of mass popularity. With the ban on party politics lifted,...
Addressing the Persistent Ferry Crisis at the Banjul-Barra Crossing Points: A Call to Action
OPINION
By Bakary J. Janneh
The Banjul-Barra crossing, a vital link connecting the two sides of the Gambia River, has long been plagued by a chronic crisis in ferry...
The Need to Include Digital Literacy in The Gambia’s Secondary School Curriculum
By: Kodou Jeng Gaye
In an era where technology is rapidly evolving, the importance of digital literacy cannot be overstated. As The Gambia, like the rest of Africa,...
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...
Tuesday April 9: “Deplorable Situation in Dakar”
OPINION
By Musa Bassadi Jawara
I saw the above-captioned subject on Seneweb online news, and it caught my attention. The new Senegalese President, Mr Basirou Diomaye Faye, less than...
Embracing Peace and Unity: A Call for Tranquility in Gambian Politics and respect for...
By Bakary J. Janneh
In the heart of The Gambia, where the tranquil waves of the Atlantic meet the golden sands, lies a nation woven with the threads...
Palestine’s Mistake of Existence
OPINION
By Musa Touray
Sandu Kuwonku
It’s quite a misfortune to be the aggrieved party in a world that only romanticises the value of human life and displays indifference to...
Imagining A PASTEF Triumph in The Gambia? Wishful Thinking on Steroids
OPINION
By Cherno Baba Jallow
Ever the brazen copycats that they are, and ever easily carried away by the hoopla of goings-on in other countries, Gambians have taken to...
President Barrow’s Political Maneuvers: Navigating The Gambian Landscape Towards 2026
OPINION
Bakary J. Janneh
In the tumultuous realm of Gambian politics, President Barrow stands as a formidable force, with his recent governmental restructuring and proactive approach towards youth inclusion...
The Gambia: Hard Economic Times in Ramadan
OPINION
By Musa Bassadi Jawara
The Gambia: Hard Economic Times in Ramadan
Commodity prices have skyrocketed and there is no end in sight. I was out and about the past...
EU’s Mass Deportations of Gambian Immigrants: A Violation of Human Rights
OPINION
EU's Mass Deportations of Gambian Immigrants: A Violation of Human Rights
By Yahya Sonko, Migration & Human Rights Activist, Germany
In recent years, the European Union (EU) has intensified...
Upholding Responsibility: A Call to Fairness in Assessing Gambian President Adama Barrow
OPINION
Upholding Responsibility: A Call to Fairness in Assessing Gambian President Adama Barrow
By Bakary J Janneh
In the dynamic landscape of politics, criticism and praise are natural facets of...
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│Balla’s take on Sunday’s vote in Senegal
OPINION
By Musa Bassadi Jawara
I’ve written dozens of articles on politics, economics and security in Africa, for over a decade. My writings were done incognito until recently; I...
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...
