One Gambia, One People: The Imperative of Love and Unity
By Andrew SYLVA The Republic of The Gambia, a small West African nation, is often called “The Smiling Coast of Africa” due to its welcoming and hospitable nature. Despite its diverse ethnic composition, The Gambia has historically been a beacon of peace and stability in a region often marked and marred by conflicts. However, like
The Abridged Version Of The Gambia Recovery Focused National Development Plan (2023-2027) “Yiriwaa” And Financing Strategy
The Gambia’s Recovery-Focused National Development Plan (RF-NDP) covers the period 2023-2027 and aims to recover from COVID-19, the Ukraine war, climate change and other challenges. It builds on the previous National Development Plan. The RF-NDP was created through consultations with various stakeholders and considers the difficult global economic situation, which is impacting developing countries like The Gambia. The plan acknowledges risks of setbacks in poverty reduction, healthcare, education and environmental protection.
Youth and Women Empowerment: A Triumph at Gaye Njorro Skills Academy
On March 8, 2024, Gaye Njorro Skills Academy marked a historic moment as CEO Mrs. Fatou Saine Gaye received the SHE ACHIEVER award in Dubai, recognizing her as The Gambia’s Most Innovative and Influential CEO in Youth Empowerment, reflecting the dedication and empowerment shown by the academy’s female trainers, staff, and students.
Senegal, Democracy and Africa: Despair or Hope?
The unconstitutional postponement of Senegal’s presidential election, endorsed by President Macky Sall and the National Assembly, signals a concerning shift in democratic norms in Africa, prompting reflection on the continent’s future amidst persistent poverty, conflicts, and injustices despite its vast potential and resources, highlighting the urgent need for political will, commitment, and accountability among leaders, state institutions, and regional bodies like the African Union and ECOWAS to safeguard democracy, uphold constitutional principles, and ensure the welfare of African citizens.
From Abdoulaye to Macky. The Full Circle
In 2012, Macky Sall and Senegalese activists protested President Abdoulaye Wade’s bid for a third term, leading to accusations of a constitutional coup; Sall later won the election, promising democratic renewal, but recent actions, including a backtrack on a pledge not to seek a third term and the postponement of elections, have sparked further unrest, highlighting the erosion of democracy and stability in Senegal under both Wade and Sall.
