Politics
Is Jaliba Kuyateh A Musical Prostitute?
Unlike Yousou Ndour of Senegal or Alpha Blonde of Ivory Coast, The Gambia’s Kora maestro Jaliba Kuyateh has always chosen the path of convenience in his music, avoiding sensitive social and political issues such as official corruption, police brutality, state-sponsored assassinations, marginalization and tribalism. Despite the Sir Dawda Jawara administration’s[Read More…]
Human Rights
President Barrow Accepts Resignation Of Army Chief, Appoints Acting Defence Chief
President Adama Barrow has accepted the resignation of The Gambia Armed Forces Chief of Defence Staff, Lieutenant General Mamat O.A. Cham, following allegations of misconduct and abuse of office. The resignation takes immediate effect, according to a statement released on Friday by the Presidency. In his resignation letter dated May[Read More…]
African News
Senegal President Sacks PM Sonko, Dissolves Government Amid Rising Tensions
Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Friday sacked Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, according to a statement read on national broadcaster RTS, in a move that risks deepening political tensions as the country grapples with heavy debt. The decision follows months of mounting strains between the two[Read More…]
Editorial
So President Barrow Is Pennywise But Pound-Foolish?
When the Local Government Commission of Inquiry report was presented to President Adama Barrow three days ago, one could not fail to notice the zeal in his voice for swift and thorough implementation of the commission’s recommendations. There is no gainsaying that the testimonies rendered at the commission about financial[Read More…]
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Opinion
The Khamenei “Martyrdom” Story Raises More Questions Than Answers
In the turbulent aftermath of the strike that reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, a dramatic narrative has begun circulating in international media. According to this account, Khamenei was warned that a devastating U.S.-Israeli strike was imminent but refused to leave the compound, declaring that if the Iranian people[Read More…]
Sports
Gambia Suffer 3-1 Defeat To Iran Despite Strong First-Half Display
The Gambia surrendered a first-half lead to suffer a 3-1 defeat against Iran in an international friendly played in Antalya, Turkey, on Friday. The Scorpions made an encouraging start and took the lead before halftime through captain Omar Colley, who found the net to put Gambia ahead against the Asian[Read More…]
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