In a nation where history is often whispered and uncomfortable truths are buried beneath layers of political decorum, “Conflict of Lions” by Terence Strong emerges as a bold and unflinching exploration of The Gambia’s darkest hour—the failed coup of 1981, led by Kukoi Samba Sanyang. Initially banned by the People’s[Read More…]
Opinion
Alagi Yorro Jallow: Gabbi Sosseh: A Quiet Giant Who Played For Gambia’s Soul
Some lives do not trumpet their greatness. They move gently, like wind behind a sail steady, purposeful, unseen. Alhaji Abdoulie Omar Sosseh, affectionately known as Gabbi Sosseh, was one such soul. Gambia mourns not only the loss of a man, but the dimming of a light whose glow touched football[Read More…]
NPP For Counter Demonstration?
There are calls amongst militants and supporters of the ruling National People’s Party (NPP) for a demonstration to counter the one recently held by Gambians Against Looted Assets (GALA) when thousands of young people came out in the streets to demonstrate against the rampant corruption and other vices currently gripping[Read More…]