Editorial

Burden of Non-Communicable Diseases in Africa!

Oct 15, 2026

Climate solutions are already here in our communities!

Oct 14, 2026

Always stop, verify, then share information!

In an era of rising misinformation and disinformation, it is imperative that people verify information before sharing it. Already, our information ecosystem is being flooded with untrustworthy content, raising serious concern, especially in local communities.

Oct 13, 2026

Good Morning Mr President: The 21MW generators, a Big Relief for the Nation

Oct 12, 2026

Beyond Procurement — Making The $700M Medicine Investment Count!

The Government's procurement of over US$700 million worth of medicines and medical consumables is arguably one of the biggest health sector investments in recent years.

Oct 9, 2026

Beyond Procurement — Making The $700M Medicine Investment Count!

The Government's procurement of over US$700 million worth of medicines and medical consumables is arguably one of the biggest health sector investments in recent years.

Oct 9, 2026

Africa’s critical minerals are a huge economic opportunity!

As the world shifts to clean energy, minerals such as lithium, cobalt and manganese have become as important as oil once was. Africa holds large reserves of these critical minerals.

Oct 8, 2026

Africa and its energy challenges!

Oct 7, 2026

The climate bill we didn't create: Why The Gambia must demand more than training

Oct 6, 2026

GOOD MORNING MR PRESIDENT: Reclaiming the Cherished Principles and Values of Our Gambian Ancestors

Mr President, there was a Gambia where a person’s word was regarded as a bond; where elders taught that character was worth more than possessions ; where a good name was an inheritance; and where honour came not from wealth, position or title, but from how one conducted oneself and treated others.

Oct 5, 2026

Unlocking Albreda, Juffureh and Kunta Kinteh Island!

The move by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture to transform Albreda, Juffureh and Kunta Kinteh Island into a world-class, community-driven heritage destination is not just timely - it is long overdue.

Oct 2, 2026

Unlocking Albreda, Juffureh and Kunta Kinteh Island!

The move by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture to transform Albreda, Juffureh and Kunta Kinteh Island into a world-class, community-driven heritage destination is not just timely - it is long overdue.

Oct 2, 2026

Tackling fake medicines in Africa!

A fifth of medicines in Africa could be substandard or fake, according to a major research project, raising the alarm over a problem that could be contributing to the deaths of countless patients.

Oct 1, 2026

On gov’t digital Duty Waiver Application System!

For years, the words "duty waiver" in The Gambia have been synonymous with delay, opacity, and frustration. Files moving from desk to desk; Ministry to Ministry. Weeks turning into months while business costs rising while papers gather dust.

Sep 30, 2026

Desertification and land degradation in Africa!

Desertification, land degradation and drought are among Africa’s most pressing development challenges. They undermine food security, reduce biodiversity and ecosystem services, increase pressure on water resources, weaken livelihoods and constrain economic growth. An estimated 65% of Africa’s productive land is degraded, making the continent particularly vulnerable to the impacts of drought and climate change.

Sep 29, 2026

GOOD MORNING MR PRESIDENT: Let Enterprise, Not Politics, Become the Pathway to Prosperity

Mr President, “When politics becomes more lucrative than business and industry, everyone wants to become a politician.” Mr President, this observation raises an important policy question for The Gambia: What economic behaviour are our institutions encouraging?

Sep 28, 2026

Indiscriminate sand mining!

Indiscriminate extraction of natural resources, under the current economic development model, could render Earth unlivable if left unchecked.

Sep 25, 2026

Sea levels around Africa are rising faster than the global average!

For over three decades, satellites orbiting Earth have measured the height of the ocean surface with remarkable precision. These measurements are crucial because changes in ocean height are one of the clearest indicators of how our planet is responding to climate change. Rising ocean surfaces signal warming temperatures, melting ice and shifting ocean currents.

Sep 24, 2026