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A cause for concern

The front pages of newspapers in The Gambia these days are increasingly becoming commonplaces for stories that unleash shredding displeasure. The frequency of reported murder crimes, if truth should be told, calls for urgent attention, especially from those constitutionally entrusted to protect life and property. The other day, it was in Berending that some beastly human being hacked a helpless old mama to death; and just few weeks after, as if Gambians had not had enough, a similar act of...

SOS Grey-Johnson on Slavery

On behalf of His Excellency Alhaji Dr. Yahya A.J.J. Jammeh, President of the Republic of The Gambia, the Government and people of The Gambia, I welcome you all to The Gambia, the Smiling Coast of Africa. I hope that during your brief stay among us, you will find time to enjoy the beauty of our country and the friendship and hospitality of our people. It is indeed an honour for The Gambia to play host to this important, historic meeting on slavery and racism. It is probably the very first time...

Gambia to host ECOWAS defence chiefs’ meeting

The Gambia Armed Forces is privileged to host the 21st meeting of the Committee of ECOWAS Chiefs of Defence Staff scheduled to take place from 19 to 21 March in Banjul. According to a press release from the Gambia Armed Forces Headquarters, the meeting will bring together the chiefs of defence staff of ECOWAS member states who will discuss pertinent security issues in the sub-region. "The meeting," the release stated, "will also discuss current political issues of the sub-region and work out...

Gambia/Holland Festival Takes Center-stage

The Gambia/Holland festival, recently held in Holland, had served as a unique event of its kind and it demonstrated that when it comes to delivering the best in culture and hospitality, Gambia wins gold. Hectares of parkland were devoted to the major cultural extravaganza and as many as six thousand people graced the fun-filled event with their presence. As part of the festival, several associated events have dovetailed with participants, including exhibition and serving of Gambian drinks. The...