Category: Gambia

Like in politics, our penchant for disrespecting those we disagree with or those with whom we do not share similar values extends into the cultural sphere and that hits a chord. Disagreeing to something or not sharing similar values with the next person is not the issue; how far down the lane of disrespect that… Continue reading Sanawuya Is Not A Free For All

For colonialism to succeed, the invaders must adopt an air of superiority and cast native ways as inferior in every aspect. All colonizers share that characteristic. They will represent themselves with their best attributes and highlight the seemingly worst and often misunderstood ways of the natives interpreted to suit a negative narrative and conclude that… Continue reading Losing Ourselves

We should, at all times be mindful of not becoming the very thing we condemn. The fact that we are condemning it means it is wrong, and two wrongs don’t make right. What is happening in Libya is despicable and should be strongly condemned the world over. Africa, here you are yet again left to… Continue reading Solidarity Or Reverse Racism

If only we’ll look close enough, and reflect/ponder deep enough, there are lessons unfolding right in front of our eyes that we could learn great lessons from. It is a tragedy if one always has to learn the hard way; through bitter experience when lessons could have been learnt from others’ experiences. Observe every public… Continue reading Lessons From Catalonia

When you know a person, you can be a good judge of his or her character through your interactions and observations from up close. If a person is a stranger to you, his utterances and actions determine how you perceive him or her. To those who know Ousainou Mbenga (I am not one of them),… Continue reading Rejoinder To Mbenga’s Piece

The much anticipated press conference came and went with much to digest. Credit must be given where credit is due. There is no arguing that Halifa Sallah is very passionate about his beliefs and steadfast in his quest. The press conference reflected that passion and much more, it was fiery even. Mr. Sallah’s patriotism is… Continue reading Perspectives On Halifa’s Press Conference

Extremism and fanaticism in any of their numerous manifestations is never ideal. Even our most noble quality as humans - love cannot be excessive; for excessive love breeds obsession which is a negative quality. The ideal position in any instance is to be moderate. These two words above are in inverted commas because they can… Continue reading The Making Of A Tyrant; ‘Supporters’ V ‘Critics’

The first sign of remorse is an admission of guilt. That is followed by an apology and then a move towards making amends. That shows sincerity on the part of the culprit; even if the crimes deserve punishment, at least the conscience is cleared. The past 22 years have witnessed horrors that we cannot even… Continue reading A Rebirth Of Jammeh Style Politicking

The right to life and its preservation is the first and most fundamental of all rights, it reigns supreme above all other rights; for without life, what need is there to be free express anything? Nothing in this life is free, absolutely nothing. Something as natural as breathing has a price; every breath you take… Continue reading There is More to Democracy Than Freedom of Expression