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 […]
The All People’s Party (APP-Sobeyaa) expresses profound scepticism regarding the true objectives and outcomes of the Gambian government’s Circular Migration Programme with Spain. We question whether this initiative genuinely benefits Gambians or merely exploits the aspirations of our youth, potentially infringing upon their rights and dignity. The government’s lack of […]
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 […]
