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Congratulations To President Barrow, But…..
Demba Ali Jawo, Former Minister Of Communications and Information Technology
By D. A. Jawo
Indeed President Adama Barrow deserves congratulations for receiving the Africa Peace Award, even though it is still not!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Senegalese Should Have Gone To Polls Today!
Macky Sall, President Of Senegal
By Madi Jobarteh, Human Rights Activist
Today is a sad day indeed for not only Senegal but also indeed for the West Africa region and thereby for Africa as a whole that the!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
The OIC Road Infrastructure Project: A Triad Of Failures In Design, Efficiency And Integrity
Ousman Ceesay, Seattle, WA
By Ousman Ceesay
The OIC road infrastructure project is heralded as a transformative solution to urban congestion, promising improved traffic flow and enhanced connectivity. However,!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Undermining The National Dialogue’
Madi Jobarteh, Huma Rights Activist
Two days after a ‘National Dialogue’ with the theme to preserve the nation, we have fellow citizens tear-gassed for merely holding a fundraiser! Holding a fundraiser!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Lamin Tamba: They Are Still Reeling From The Thumping At The National Assembly
Lamin Tamba, International Media and Communications Director APRC No To Alliance.
By Lamin Tamba
Last night, without authority, Gambia Police Force, who issued us a permit for an event that didn’t need!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Independence Day? Whose Independence?
Madi Jobarteh, Human Rights Activist
By Madi Jobarteh, Human Rights Activist
As Gambians gather to celebrate yet another false Independence Day today for the 59th time, almost 100 children were!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
FGM Law Repeal Bill- A Retrogressive Move
Demba Ali Jawo, Former Minister of communications & Information Technology
By D. A. Jawo
Many Gambians concerned about the health and welfare of our womenfolk have expressed worry about plans to introduce!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Senegal, Democracy and Africa: Despair or Hope?
Macky Sall, President of Senegal
By Madi Jobarteh, Human Rights Activist
The unconstitutional postponement of the presidential election by Pres. Macky Sall and endorsed by the National Assembly!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
A Big Welcome For National Dialogue- D.A Jawo
Demba Ali Jawo, Former Minister Of Communications and Information Technology.
By D. A. Jawo
Bravo to President Adama Barrow and his administration for finally calling for a national dialogue with leaders!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
To Preserve Democracy And Rule Of Law, It Is Essential For ECOWAS To Act Firmly And Impartially
GAP Leader Musa Yali Batchilly
The subregional body must prioritize the interests and welfare of its member states over personal agendas. Upholding transparency and accountability should be core principles of ECOWAS,!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…