Economic Deep Dive: Failure in Agriculture and the Forgotten Groundnut Farmers
Dr. Ousman Gajigo provides a detailed and investigative look into the challenges facing The Gambia’s agriculture sector, following visits to several regions where he observed firsthand how farmers are struggling amid the sector’s decline. More in this revealing report.
The Betrayal – Sovereignty of the People?
This piece highlights the stark inequality in Gambian society, contrasting the lives of the privileged with those of the vulnerable. Through powerful imagery, the author critiques the government's failure to address basic needs for the disabled and marginalized, questioning the moral and legal systems that perpetuate such disparities. More in the publication.
Refuting the Gambian Government’s Rejection of the Afrobarometer Survey
This is an opinion by an activist on the Gambian Government’s rejection of the Afrobarometer survey, which raises important questions about transparency and the government’s relationship with public perception. More in the publication.
Economic Deep Dive: The Gambia Lost at Least $100 Million in the Africa50 Deal
This expert article written by season economist Dr Gajigo, reveals that The Gambia has lost over a $100 Million in its deal with Africa50 which will see the company take control of the SeneGambia Bridge for 25 years. More in the publication.
Economic Deep Dive: A Government not Serious about Agriculture
Dr Ousman Gajigo exposes how The Gambia’s agriculture is failing—not from drought or poor seeds, but from government neglect. While farmers wait for payments and tractors stuck in shady deals, officials blame the weather. Meanwhile, aflatoxin chokes exports and political allies profit. The sector isn’t dying; it’s being killed by incompetence and graft. More in this expert editorial.
Economic Deep Dive: Addressing Agriculture and Appreciating Women
This past weekend, 8th March was International Women Day. The fact this day falls in the middle of the vegetable growing season provides an important opportunity to demonstrate a real appreciation of the important role of women in our economy. In the Gambia today, more than 90% of the vegetable production and marketing are done by women. Yet this horticultural sector remains highly neglected.
Rising Criminality, and Its Implications for National Security in The Gambia
This is an expert opinion by a former police officer on the recent spate of violent crime, especially armed robbery, which has raised serious concerns about safety and security in The Gambia. More in this expert op-ed.
Economic Deep Dive: The Land Administration Charade
Dr. Gajigo criticizes the Minister of Land's investigation into the Kamalo Land scandal, calling it evidence of the country's poor land administration. He suggests the probe reflects systemic failures in land management. More details are in his publication.
My Curiosity: Understanding the Massembeh Ward, Kiang, Mansakonko; Part 2
This second publication by Yero Jallow explores the significance of the upcoming Massembeh Ward election set for Saturday, 22nd February 2025. More in this opinion piece.

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