The forum attracted representatives of various Fulani groups in The Gambia. It was aimed at discussing with partners Fulbe Africa policies and agenda, as well as to inform these partners about some of the successes, challenges, and the way forward.
Alieu Sowe, president for Fulbe Africa (FA) in expressing delight with the work of members, affirmed that FA and partners are committed to promoting the Fulani cultural heritage.
“FA is committed to working with all partners that aims to promote the Fulani cultural heritage. But we will never be involved in any form of politics because this organisation aims to promote our culture and reunite Fulas.”
Sowe underscored the importance of the association’s annual anniversary, saying the annual event is designed to revive and reunite the Fulani cultural heritage and to make people understand their culture.
The annual anniversary, he added, also enables people from different countries to network for a common interest, recalling that during their last anniversary, international participants had the opportunity to network with potential business partners within Senegambia.
Amie Bah, vice president for Fulbe Africa said the organisation is ready to work with organisations that promote the Fulani culture.
“Therefore, we will not entertain any form of politics in this organisation,” she declared.
Momodou Sowe, secretary general for FA gave an overview of the organisation, saying the association had implemented various activities since its formation including teaching members to understand the Fulani scripts as well as organise seminar for journalists.
The association, he added, has succeeded in many things such as reviving the Fulani cultural heritage compared to previous years, “now many Fulas and non- Fulas alike are addressing in Fulas style.”
SG Sowe said FA also met Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MOBSE) officials mainly to commend it for introducing national languages in the curriculum.
“FA is also working with associations from diverse ethnic groups to reinforce unity and cooperation among Gambians.”
The Gambia has hosted the 4th edition of Tambedou Kunda Family Association’s International Annual General Meeting this year with over 250 members from Senegal, Mali, Guinea Bissau, The Gambia and the Diaspora in attendance.
Media Academy for Journalism and Communication (MAJaC) in collaboration with Freedom House and USAID on Monday presented certificates to 21 journalists, who completed training on ethical journalism.
The National Centre for Arts and Culture (NCAC) in collaboration with Natcom/UNESCO The Gambia with support from the Migration and Sustainable Development in The Gambia Project (MSDG) last Thursday launched a Network of Women in the Arts at the National Museum, Banjul.
The Senegalo-Gambia Women Federation accompanied by officials from the Senegalo-Gambia Secretariat, Ministry of Gender and Social Affairs and Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration on Thursday presented over 200 life jackets, 200 boots, 200 gloves and 20 wheelbarrows to the Kartong Oyster Women Association.
