In recent news, the Gambia national team coach Tom Saintfie named his 28 man squad for the Gambia’s first-ever AFCON experience. The team includes some of the country’s most talented and experienced stars in football. In a publication by CAFOnline.com, the Belgian coach said, “The squad is selected based on the principles that we have […]

Miss South Africa Lalela Mswane has emerged as the second runner-up at the just concluded Miss Universe 2021��������������������������� after representing her country without the government’s support. South African authorities withdrew their support for her while protesting against Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, though the or”font-weight: 400;”>In a BBC report, the country’s Arts and Culture minister Nathi […]

The Afro manding music duo Oboy and Gambian child– has become the first-ever Gambian artists to receive a youtube silver award in the history of Gambian music. The award recognizes them passing 100,000 subscribers on the popular video-sharing platform. On their social platforms, the duo wrote, “thanks to our able fans for making this possible […]

Among Forbes 100 most powerful women 2021 include three African women– Nigeria’s former finance minister and the World Trade Organisation boss Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Media Mogul Mo Abudu, and Tanzania’s first female president Samia Suluhu Hassan. This year’s list marks the 18th annual 100 most powerful list, which includes 19 world leaders, 40 CEOs, an immunologist, and a […]

Photo: Tiga The pride associated with African wear is just priceless. From shoes to dresses and even accessories, an African-inspired look–is a deep connection to home and where one comes from. Speaking of home and bonds, what are holidays without an outfit to make you feel at home even if you are miles away. It’s […]

Activism is a noble cause but comes with endless challenges especially in societies deeply rooted in religion and tradition. In the Gambia, a woman taking up activism means giving away her religion and belief, leading to many trolls, especially social media. As we orange the world these days, we celebrate some exceptional female Gambian activists- […]

Photo: IRI The Gambia will be going to the polls on December 4th, 2021, the first presidential election since Yahya Jammeh’s loss in 2016. Incumbent Adama Barrow is challenged by his long political friend turn opposition Ousainou Darboe of UDP, well-known politician Halifa Sallah of PDOIS, Mama Kandeh of GDC, and Essa Faal. As a […]

Photo: Grammy On Tuesday, November 23, the Recording Academy revealed the list of Nominees for the 64th Grammy Awards scheduled for January 31, 2022, and Africa is well represented. The African nominees include Nigeria’s Afrobeat star Wizkid, the African giant Burna Boy, the talented Tems, Black Coffee of South Africa, the legendary Angelique Kidjo, and […]