The idea of Vous is one of the most unique and enduring cultural phenomena in Banjul. The word itself derives from the French rendezvous, meaning appointment or meeting place. In the Gambian context, Vous is far more than just a physical location; it is a social institution where young men,[Read More…]
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Gambia’s Deepening Crisis: Economic Turmoil & Opposition Disarray
The state of opposition politics in Gambia is dire. Infighting and fragmentation have reached a critical point, with no clear solution in sight. This raises serious concerns about the country’s future, particularly given the incumbent president’s bid for a third term, which has sparked concerns about the erosion of democratic[Read More…]
Rejoinder To Fatty’s Rejoinder On the Legality Of The Removal Of The Auditor General
In the wake of the unconstitutional removal of the Auditor General (AG) by the President, Halifa Sallah wrote an open letter highlighting the security of tenure of the AG in the Constitution which the President cannot abrogate. In response, Barrow ally and GMC leader Mai Ahmad Fatty wrote a rejoinder[Read More…]