Prevalence and Factors Associated with Intra-Vaginal Tobacco PowderUse among Women in The Gambia
This study sheds light on a culturally sensitive and potentially harmful practice in The Gambia, offering valuable insights for policymakers and healthcare practitioners. Download the full study to delve deeper into the findings and implications for public health interventions.
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.
The Situation in Senegal: Failure of Government and ECOWAS
The political crisis in Senegal highlights the failure of African leadership and institutions, as President Macky Sall’s unilateral postponement of the presidential elections, in violation of the constitution, has been endorsed by ECOWAS, showcasing a disregard for democratic principles and accountability.