Promotions for academic staff at the University of The Gambia (UTG) are usually not on merit-based; rather, they are to some extent based on connections, which means those who are close and friendly to the Senior Management Team of the University get quickly promoted, while others who are critical and […]
Fatoumatta: What was the reason behind repealing the Nana Cybercrime law only to introduce a new one? It seems like the same problems that affected Yahya Jammeh’s enactment of the Cybercrime law are now affecting Adama Barrow in a similar way. The law seems to limit freedom of expression, and […]
Fatoumatta: The presidential system of governance is proving detrimental in The Gambia. We can look to South Africa’s elections for inspiration, benchmarking their robust democratic and political systems. This is particularly relevant as The Gambia seeks to revive the 2020 draft constitution in pursuit of a more prosperous nation. Alagi […]
Fatoumatta: Here is how liberators and democrats morph into despots and lunatics: This is how liberators and democrats can transform into despots and tyrants. Yoweri Museveni has held the presidency of Uganda since 1986, having been elected for six terms. He took office on January 26, 1986, and has been […]