(JollofNews) – Have we for a second paused to ponder on these questions: What would happen if every single child in every nation, tribe and tongue has access to quality affordable education? How would this affect the fight against poverty and inequality? It is logical to think that if the[Read More…]
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Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: Why Vote In the Gambia Elections? Your Vote Is Your Right And Your Voice
(JollofNews) – The importance of voting and democracy dates back to the time of ancient Greece. The ancient Romans also utilized democracy which set a precedent for future nations. Why is Voting important? “The vote is the most powerful instrument ever devised by man for breaking down injustice and destroying[Read More…]
Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: The Role Of Gambian Men In The Fight Against FGM
(JollofNews) – The fight to end female genital mutilation (FGM) in the Gambia and other practicing nations will almost be impossible without the active involvement and participation of men. Hence, it is important that all stakeholders in this fight get the men on board sooner rather than later. This is[Read More…]
Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: Why Gambia Should Return To The Commonwealth
(JollofNews) – The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 53 independent and equal sovereign states. It includes some of the world’s largest, smallest, richest and poorest countries. Member countries are supported by an active network of more than 80 inter-governmental, civil society, cultural and professional organisations. The Commonwealth has no constitution[Read More…]
Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: The Role Of Civil Society In The Gambia
(JollofNews) – Put aside all other issues for a moment, ignore the tribal and religious differences, and ignore the political party divisions that dominate the airwaves and lets focus on what passes for national debate in the Gambia. Many years of dancing to the government’s tunes, submitting to every degree[Read More…]
Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: Do We Have Democracy Or Dictatorship In Africa?
(JollofNews) – There are many countries around the world who continue to enjoy the benefits of true democracy. Yet, for a majority of Africans, true representative democracy remains an illusion. Several African leaders (‘elected dictators’) pretend to be practicing ‘democracy’ by merely allowing their citizens to vote once in four[Read More…]
Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: Civil Society Groups Should Help Strengthen Gambia’s Democracy
(JollofNews) – In a democracy, civil society groups have respect for the law, for the rights of individuals, and for the rights of other groups to express their interests and opinions. Therefore, civil society must never engage in any form of unlawful activities and must accommodate pluralism and diversity. For[Read More…]
Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: A Challenge For Free And Fair Elections In Gambia
(JollofNews) – Elections constitute an important element in modern liberal democracy. They serve as a viable means of ensuring the orderly process of leadership succession and change and an instrument of political authority and legitimation. At a point in time over the past decade one could have been tempted to[Read More…]
Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: The Socio-Economic Benefits Of Tourism In Gambia
(JollofNews) – Tourism is one of the largest and fastest growing economic sectors in the world. Many national and regional economies heavily depend on tourism for socio-economic growth and development. The Gambia falls into this category. The economy of the Gambia is based on industries such as agriculture, tourism and[Read More…]
Frankly Speaking With Andrew Mendy: Freedom Of Speech And The Press Is Crucial For Gambia’s Development
(JollofNews) – Freedom of expression should be one of the most important fundamental rights of every Gambian and the state should ensure that this right is not infringed upon. On the contrary, the state should ensure the atmosphere for this is available without any intimidation or interference. The right to[Read More…]
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