Tag: independence

News, Opinion

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 […]

News, Politics

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 […]

News, Opinion

The Gambia: April 24. Betrayed!

The Republic is in Decay.Characterized by despicable disregard of values, rules & standards.Perpetrated by both State and Society.Flouting every tenet of the religion they proclaim.Breaking every article of the Constitution.Breaking laws left, right and center.Violating every right & dignity of citizens.Without fear or shame! Today is Independence Day. April 24.Soiled […]

Opinion

Are we really independent?

With the dawn of each “Independence” anniversary on February 18th, we, as Gambians, blow horns, sing, drum and cheer to celebrate “Independence Day.” This year shall be no exception. Independence is defined as “freedom from being governed or ruled by another country, or the ability to live your life without […]