FIRST and FOREMOST, let me make a disclaimer here that this author is aware and tracking that currently emotions and sentiments are high, given recent developments. In this background, it will be extremely difficult to set aside emotions and use professional judgment. As such, this piece is presented in the […]
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What About Love
By Momodou Ndow Do you remember that someone in your adolescent years who made your heart thump and hands sweat? Seeing them became terrifying and exhilarating. Would you see them at school? See them in the street? You hoped and prayed. But when your wishes were granted, and you got […]
Stop Massaging Jammeh’s Ego
By Siray Touray Since the failed 30 December coup attempt, the Gambian dictator has been pretending to be under siege from his imaginary enemies. He concocted and cooked up a grand plan to deceive the diplomatic community into believing that some western powers have their hands in the foiled coup. […]
Alleged Coup Financier Granted Bail
By Yero Jallow Texas real estate developer pleaded not guilty to charges brought against him by the United States Government in violation of the Neutrality ACT. Mr. Cherno Njie is expected to leave Minnesota Friday by himself and to report to a “half-house” (transition house) in Texas upon arrival. While […]
Solo Bojang Illegally Kept For 277 Days
Lt. Col. Solo Bojang has so far spent 277 days in illegal detention. Bojang remains detained at the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) detention centre in Tanjai since his acquittal and discharge by the Brikama Magistrates’ Court on 12 May 2014, Kairo News investigation reveals. The erstwhile Commander of the State Guards […]
7 Before Gambia’s Secret Court Martial
At least seven military men accused of taking part in a coup or conspiring with the attackers of the Gambia’s seat of government on December 30th last year have been appearing before a secret court martial in Fajara Barracks. The court martial idea was contained in a directive issued by […]
NIA Still Detains Bed-ridden Tycoon
Agents of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) in Banjul are still keeping in their custody a prominent Gambian business tycoon. Alhagie Kebba Touray, who is reported to be sick and bed-ridden for six months, has been detained for 19 days, family sources told Kairo News. Despite being allowed access to […]
Re: IMF Considers Gambia Bail-out
Chris Gordon Pursuant to comments in my initial post where I noted, “some other issues should be considered” (regarding an IMF relationship – or that of any other investor), I will only say the following in relation to the original article’s opening paragraph… {“Third World” countries, especially the African countries, […]
Remembering Cheikh Anta Diop
A GREAT AFRICAN THINKER BLACK/ AFRICAN HISTORY MONTH 2015 By Sainey Faye Born: December 29, 1923 …….Died : February 7, 1986…….On this date he passed away and joined the ancestors.He was one of Africa’s greatest thinkers of the twentieth century. Born in Diourbel, Senegal; Cheikh Anta Diop was a scientist, […]
Abuse Of Child Rights: Minor Detained For 40 Days
Detention without trial and unconstitutional arrests of people have become common in the Gambia under the dictatorial regime of President Yahya Jammeh. However, this situation has worsened since the alleged assault on the State House by former State Guard Commander and eight others last year. Since the December 30th foiled coup, there have been […]
Is Islam Antagonistic To Democratic Values?
The relationship between democracy and Islam always arouses a lot of debate and discussion among academics and ordinary people. It is often assumed that Islam has nothing to do with democracy that it is inimical to democracy and civil society. This assertion is discussed within a larger context that Muslim […]
“I Did All The Tricks To Win For The Father Land”
My Hero of the African cup of nations is the surprise package, Ivorian veteran goal keeper Boubacar Barry. His delay tactics, games-man-ship and heroism brought some fans to tears. However, after the whole emotional occasion was over, Barry spoke to Euro Sports and said “We knew we had to win, […]