Hassoum Ceesay, a historian from The Gambia, has written a book about the experiences of Gambian Muslims during the Hajj before and after independence.
The book explains the problems pilgrims faced due to colonial neglect, using examples such as Musa Njabu Conteh.
After The Gambia gained independence in 1965, The Gambia Airways was established, facilitating easier access for Gambians to perform the Hajj.
It includes illustrations, stories from the 1940s, and historical documents to help readers gain a deeper understanding of Islam and Gambian history.
The book is recommended for Gambians and is available at Timbooktoo.
