Mamudu: The Gambia has been independent for fifty-nine years. We no longer have the excuses that we are new to the game, just starting, or that we should be allowed our growing pains. All of that is barking nonsense. Singapore gained independence (August 9, 1965) the same year the Gambia […]
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Independence Day? Whose Independence?
As Gambians gather to celebrate yet another false Independence Day today for the 59th time, almost 100 children were killed and many more still sick with acute kidney injury (AKI) simply because of the failure of duty by elected and appointed public officials and business operators. The last demographic and health […]
Happy 59th Independence
The history of the Gambia is a remarkable story of perseverance, unity, and determination. The Protectorate People Society, which later became the Protectorate People’s Party (PPP), was formed in 1957 by marginalized individuals from the protectorate living in Bathurst (now Banjul). They joined forces to improve their welfare and support […]
Road infrastructure will contribute to saving more lives- Raneru women
The women of Raneru in the Sami District, Central River Region, have expressed gratitude for the road being constructed by the Ministry of Transport,Works and Infrastructure in their community. Marie Ceesay, a beneficiary from Raneru village, informed the Honorable Minister Ebrima Sillah and delegation who are currently on a tour of ongoing […]