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Journalism should be respected and taken seriously, just like any other profession

by Alagi Yorro Jallow. Fatoumatta: Professionalism is becoming increasingly rare in contemporary journalism and media, particularly in the era of liberalized, open-entry journalism. Instead of adhering to facts, many resort to conjecture, prejudice, personal biases, partisanship, and spiritual or religious beliefs, often lacking humility and intellectual honesty. They make authoritative […]

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Position of the Edward Francis Small Centre for Rights and Justice on the 2024 Draft Constitution

PUBLIC STATEMENTThe National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has convened a ‘National Convergence on the Draft Constitution 2024’ at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara Conference Centre starting today November 26 to which we were invited. According to the invitation letter,“This activity aims to engage all the key stakeholders to discuss the […]

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Editorial: The Inconsistencies in Advocating for Term Limits in The Gambia and the Contradiction of Opposition

Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: The Gambia’s democratic process is presently hindered by perceived double standards among dishonest political figures, armchair activists, and the European Union, along with the international community, concerning the advocacy for term limits. This highlights the significance of fairness and respect for sovereignty, especially in light of […]