From Banjul to Washington: Askanwi's First Newsletter Covers the Correa Trial
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By Askanwi Media
With a mission to pioneer citizen journalism through the lens of National Interest, Askanwi Media is proud to launch the inaugural edition of its quarterly newsletter. Covering the period from January to April 2025, this first volume features a range of exclusive reports—including our Editor’s trip to the United States to cover the landmark trial of Michael Sang Correa.
Among the most talked-about stories in this issue are:
The D13.5 million saved monthly by removing ghost workers from the public payroll.
The National Assembly’s controversial decision to strike out the Diaspora Registration and Voting Clause.
A gripping Crime and Security section detailing some of the year’s early challenges.
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Who We Are
Askanwi Media is a newly established, modern, multi-platform news outlet committed to delivering accurate, relevant, and citizen-centred journalism to the Gambian public. Our team covers stories on the National Assembly, Gambians in the diaspora, the Draft Constitution, and the business economy—just to name a few.
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What’s Inside This Edition
This first edition comes at a significant moment in Gambian history, as the country celebrates its 60th Independence Anniversary. Our editorial offers reflections on six decades of sovereignty, alongside a critical look at Parliament’s continued lack of budget oversight.
We also leverage powerful infographics to visualise the top 10 spending institutions and highlight both overspending and underspending entities. This quarter’s edition features:
An investigation into the Gambia’s .GM domain registry.
Fact-checks on key claims around tourism, the diaspora, and national budgeting.
Exclusive Newsletter Stories
In addition to published reports, this edition contains four exclusive stories only available in the newsletter:
“I Refused Jammeh’s Orders to Assassinate Deyda” – A powerful account of former State Guard Commander Pharing Sanyang’s testimony in the U.S. trial of Michael Sang Correa.
“SONA and Draft Constitution Postponed” – An exclusive report on the unexpected delays to the State of the Nation Address and the Draft Constitution.
“NAMs Remove Diaspora Voting Clause” – A look at the implications of removing the diaspora registration provision from the Elections Act.
“Gambia Lacks Adequate Whistleblower Protections” – An insightful piece on the legal gaps exposing whistleblowers to retaliation.
On the Ground and Beyond
Our Editor’s coverage of the Michael Sang Correa trial in the U.S. is detailed on pages six and seven, offering exclusive insights from courtroom proceedings. Our Pan-African focus also includes reporting on political and security developments across West Africa, as well as an analysis of U.S. migration policy under President Trump and its implications for The Gambia.
Commitment to Accountability
Demonstrating our dedication to transparency, the Askanwi website—launched last year—hosts a dedicated page on the Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) scandal, which claimed the lives of over 70 children. Stay updated with our ongoing coverage of this landmark lawsuit.
Thank you for joining us on this journey to reshape Gambian media. We invite you to read, share, and engage with the stories shaping our nation.
📥 Download the full Askanwi Newsletter Vol 1, 2025 Q1 at the link provided. https://www.askanwi.com/s/Askanwi-Newsletter-Vol-1-2025-Q1.pdf
