By Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: The recent election for the International Court of Justice (ICJ) concluded with Mahmoud Daifallah Hmoud securing a seat, while Abubacarr Marie Tambadou, The Gambia’s nominee, was not elected. This outcome marks a significant moment for The Gambia in its quest for representation in global legal […]
Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: Press freedom should never be conditional—it must stand on the principles of truth, accountability, and integrity, not on ideology, political affiliation, tribal allegiance, or personal bias. Yet, in The Gambia, support for journalists often follows lines of political loyalty, with many backing media houses not because […]
Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: In The Gambia, journalism is often politicized and tribalized, eroding the principles of independence and objectivity. While media houses have the right to shape their editorial policies, their reporting must remain grounded in fairness and truth—not allegiance to political or ideological forces. When the Gambian government […]
Alagi Yorro Jallow.Fatoumatta: In political discourse, history is often selectively remembered—leaders are either glorified or condemned, with little room for nuanced reflection. The recent debate surrounding Yahya Jammeh’s legacy is a prime example. While Mai Ahmed Fatty’s caution against glorifying Jammeh’s rule is valid, it is equally important to critically […]