Donate generously toward the kickstarter project, spearheaded by Gambian singing sensation, the young and talented Kumba Kuyateh. Kickstarter project aims to raise funds in putting the ancient drumming style, Sewruba as a centre piece in a new musical recording. Sewruba is an ancient Mandingka Traditional Drumming and Dance instrument. To […]
Author: Suntou Touray
$2 Million Gambia-Senegal Spying Deal Exposed
Senegal’s former Interior Minister has been accused of not only representing President Yahya Jammeh’s interest in Senegal but also abused his power to take down any Gambian who poses threat to the Gambian leader. General Pathe Seck, a former Senegalese Gendarmerie Commander, is believed to be very close to President […]
Malawian President ‘Annuls Election’
Malawi’s President Joyce Banda says she is annulling this week’s general election – in which she was a candidate – because of voting “irregularities.” She said a new vote should be held within 90 days but she would not stand again in any new poll. However, the head of the […]
Arsenal Won The English FA Cup
Arsenal have won the FA Cup for the 11th time in their history. By Richard Clarke at Wembley On a incredible day for the Club, Arsène Wenger’s side came from 2-0 down to triumph 3-2 in extra-time thanks to Aaron Ramsey’s goal. The FA Cup does fairy-tales like no other football […]
Fatu Radio Network Is Born
Gambia’s Most Interactive Online Radio Network premier launching will be on Saturday, May 17 2014 on www.faturadio.com introducing the world to the Gambia’s most interactive online radio at 2pm ET, 6pm Gambia/Senegal, 7pm UK. This program will give our audience the opportunity to know the team behind the radio and […]
Breaking News: Nigeria ‘Ready’ For Boko Haram Talks
Nigeria is ready to talk to Islamist militants Boko Haram for the release of more than 200 abducted schoolgirls, Nigerian Minister has told the BBC. Minister of Special Duties Tanimu Turaki said if Boko Haram was sincere, its leader Abubakar Shekau should send people he trusted to meet the Jonathan […]
An Epic 15 Questions Roman Atheist Put to A Muslim Sage
In Natariko today, Kora Historian about the foundation touchstone of Islamic belief. The programme, aired in Mandinka language, looks into the history of why some people disbelieve, despite being armed with ample knowledge. It also details how knowledge led some to believe in God whilst some totally disbelieve. Another interesting […]
Manchester City Wins Premier League
As Manchester City celebrate winning the English Premier league today, their noise neighbors, Man U, fell from grace. Manchester City is own by wealthy Arab millionaires and the club owners pumped millions into it, attracting top quality footballers. Manchester United though, did not win any trophy this season and have […]
‘The Wrong Way To Meet The People’
Lawyer Darboe disproves the way President Jammeh meets Gambians. In a detailed interview with the Point Newspaper, UDP leader talks on several issues. Below is the full text. The opposition leader, Ousainou Darboe, has said President Yahya Jammeh’s ongoing tour of the country is required by the constitution, as he […]
‘Rich beggar’ paradox that is Africa’s $200bn cash reserves
By MWAURA KIMANI African countries are holding cash reserves outside the continent totalling nearly $200 billion, which they fear to invest locally owing to rising risks. The funds, nearly a third of the more than $500 billion in total reserves held by the countries, have been invested mainly in developed […]
History of Niani: Oral Account By Jali Banna Kanuteh
Tune in to the illustrious history of Niani by the late Jali Banna Kanuteh on Tuesday. The griot master of Balafon player will narrate the founding story of Janjan Bureh, McCarthy Island or George Town. Jali Banna took us through a journey explaining how the founders of Niani settled there […]
Kora Star Talks To Kairo Radio
Tune in to the detail chat Suntou Touray, the culture and tradition show host had with, Germany based Cassamance kora star, Kandara Diabateh in Tubingen Germany, Stuttgart last week. The program is on air now and will continue till 9 pm today. Kandara Diabateh is the son of legendary kora […]