Introduction To Gambia

Author : Gilad James, PhD
Publisher : Gilad James Mystery School
ISBN 13 : 5258864820
Total Pages : 93 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Gambia written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 93 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gambia is a small country located on the western coast of Africa, surrounded by Senegal on three sides and the Atlantic Ocean on the fourth. The country is geographically diverse, with a narrow strip of land along the coast that broadens into a low plateau area in the interior. Gambia is the smallest country on the African mainland, with a total area of just over 11,000 square kilometers. It has a population of approximately 2 million people, with the majority of the population residing in rural areas. The official language of Gambia is English, inherited from the country’s colonial past as a part of the British Empire. However, the majority of Gambians speak one of several ethnic languages, including Mandinka, Wolof, and Fula. Islam is the dominant religion in Gambia, practiced by approximately 90% of the population. The country’s economy is primarily driven by agriculture and tourism, with peanuts, cotton, and rice being the main crops grown for export. Despite its small size, Gambia has a rich cultural heritage, with music, dance, and storytelling playing important roles in Gambian society.

Author : Arnold Hughes
Publisher : Rochester Studies in African H
ISBN 13 : 9781580461269
Total Pages : 549 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Political History of the Gambia, 1816-1994 written by Arnold Hughes and published by Rochester Studies in African H. This book was released on 2008 with total page 549 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only complete study of modern Gambian politics from the establishment of British rule to the overthrow of the Jawara government.

Author : David Penney
Publisher : Siri Scientific Press
ISBN 13 : 0955863619
Total Pages : 61 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Field Guide to Wildlife of the Gambia written by David Penney and published by Siri Scientific Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 61 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Godfrey Mwakikagile
Publisher : New Africa Press
ISBN 13 : 9987160239
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Gambia and Its People written by Godfrey Mwakikagile and published by New Africa Press. This book was released on 2010 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author looks at The Gambia and its people and how this African country has been able to achieve cultural integration on a national level. He also provides a comprehensive picture of the country's nation identity which is a fusion of the multiple identities of the various ethno-cultural groups which collectively constitute the Gambian nation. The work is a study of ethnic cultures and identities in the Gambian context whose relevance is continental in scope. Ethnicity is the primary identity in most African countries. It transcends national identity. Understanding its role in the lives of most Africans also helps us to understand African countries with all their complexities which collectively define the continent. In spite of its ethnic and cultural diversity, The Gambia is one of the most united countries in Africa. It's also one of the most peaceful, enjoying harmonious relations among its various ethnic groups unlike many African countries where instability and civil strife caused by ethnic rivalries - fuelled by unscrupulous politicians - is the defining feature of national life. The ability of the various ethnic groups in The Gambia to interact harmoniously has led to cultural integration on a scale unheard of in most African countries. While it's true that different tribal cultures do exist in The Gambia, it's equally true that there also exists a national culture which unites the country's various ethnic groups into a cohesive whole transcending ethno-regional loyalties. As an ethnically diverse nation, The Gambia is a microcosm of Africa: a continent whose countries are characterised by ethnic and cultural diversity where rivalries along tribal and regional lines are the norm rather than the exception. But The Gambia also is a good example of what many African countries have yet to be: united, with a solid national identity that has not been fractured or fragmented by ethnic conflicts. Cultural integration on a national scale remains an elusive goal in most African countries. But if there are a few countries on the continent which have achieved cultural integration, The Gambia is one them. It has, in fact, even achieved cultural fusion in some respects as we learn from this work which focuses on Africa's smallest country and its people. The work is intended to be a general introduction and may help members of the general public learn some basic facts about The Gambia which, because of its strategic location and other attributes, has earned distinction as a gateway to West Africa. People going to The Gambia may find this work to be useful. Students in various academic fields may also benefit from the interdisciplinary approach taken by the author in his study of this African country. It's comprehensive enough as an introductory work on the people of The Gambia and their ethnic identities and cultures.

Author : Pa Nderry M'Bai
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 9781475961553
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Gambia written by Pa Nderry M'Bai and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2012-11-14 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a masterpiece. It is a non-fictional book. It contains firsthand account information of some of the alleged murders, tortures, and disappearances that had taken place under the administration of Gambias iron fist dictator President Yahya Jammeh. The author had interviewed a wide range of sourcessome of whom are still serving in Mr. Jammehs administration, while some of the sources have parted company with the Gambian dictator. You will be missing out a great wealth of information by not buying a copy of Mr. MBais book titled: The Untold Dictator Yahya Jammehs Story. This book contains fascinating and horrific stories that one could ever imagined that it is taking place in an impoverished countrywhich received less international press coveragelargely due to its size. The Gambia is less than the size of Delaware. It has been transformed as a murder land under dictator Jammehs watch. Grab a copy of Mr. MBais book and learn firsthand information about what it means to live under a dictatorship in Africa. This is one of the most informative books ever written so far about the Gambia, and its delusional leader Yahya Jammeh, who claims to have discovered the cure for HIV/AIDS, asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, Infertility, among other diseases. You will be amazed by the amount useful information contained in this book. Mr. MBais book also featured American history, and the role Washington could play in helping to bailout countries under going dictatorship in the African region. The author talked about the growing presence of Hezbollah financiers in Africa, and its threat to the United States national security. The author also stressed about the need for countries to help the United States government in implementing and enforcing the United States Treasury Department sanctions directed at terrorist groups and their financiers. This, Mr. MBai says, is crucially imperative on the global war on terror.

Author : Mariama Khan
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000539466
Total Pages : 171 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Politics in The Gambia and Guinea-Bissau written by Mariama Khan and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-11-18 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how precolonial political traditions and practices shape modern-day politics in The Gambia and Guinea-Bissau. The precolonial Kaabu empire dominated the region for over 300 years, leaving a rich oral and ritual culture that emphasized the importance of a ruler’s legitimacy among the general population. This book traces how postcolonial political administrations and Justice, Integrity and Truth (JIT) movements have mobilized to reclaim, reinvent and subvert traditional Kabunka norms of statecraft to prove their political legitimacy. It shows how cultural memory, oral arts and musical forms can be used to express ideals of leadership and followership and, in the process, create various conversations and debates about politics and society, social attitudes and morality. In doing so, the book captures how the latent but influential social and political practices from Kaabu are reclaimed, reproduced or subverted to contribute to the evolving nature of political rhetoric in these two countries. Whereas many studies of the state in Africa take Western democratic principles as a starting point, this book provides important evidence on the continuity of precolonial political culture along African’s west coast. It will be of interest to researchers studying politics, history and anthropology both within the region and elsewhere in Africa.

Author : Donald R. Wright
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 0429996403
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The World and a Very Small Place in Africa written by Donald R. Wright and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-06-27 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The World and a Very Small Place in Africa is a fascinating look at how contacts with the wider world have affected how people have lived in Niumi, a small and little-known region at the mouth of West Africa’s Gambia River, for over a thousand years. Drawing on archives, oral traditions and published works, Donald R. Wright connects world history with real people on a local level through an exploration of how global events have affected life in Niumi. Thoroughly revised and updated throughout, this new edition rests on recent thinking in globalization theory, reflects the latest historiography and has been extended to the present day through discussion of the final years of Gambian President Yahya Jammeh’s regime, the role of global forces in the events of the 2016 presidential elections and the changes that resulted from these elections. The book is supported throughout by photographs, maps and Perspectives boxes that present detailed information on such topics as Alex Haley’s Roots (part set in Niumi), why Gambians take the risky "back way" to reach Europe, or "Wiri-Wiri," the Senegalese soap that has Gambians’ attention. Written in a clear and personal style and taking a critical yet sensitive approach, it remains an essential resource for students and scholars of African history, particularly those interested in the impact of globalization on the lives of real people.

Author : Nik Borrow
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1408171007
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Birds of Senegal and The Gambia written by Nik Borrow and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-02-06 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new field guide covers The Gambia, a country which is very popular with a large number of birders and tourists, and the whole of neighbouring Senegal. This fascinating region shelters many Western Palearctic migrants from September to April, as well as a significant list of resident West African birds. The stunning colour plates depict more than 680 species, covering almost every distinct plumage and race. The authoritative text highlights the key features needed to identify each species in the field, and accurate up-to-date maps are provided for every species. This comprehensive guide is an essential companion for anyone visiting The Gambia and Senegal.

Author : Harry A. Gailey
Publisher : Metuchen, N.J. : Scarecrow Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.89/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Historical Dictionary of the Gambia written by Harry A. Gailey and published by Metuchen, N.J. : Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 1987 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historical, statistical, biographical and bibliographical information about The Gambia, Africa and its leaders.

Author : Miranda Paul
Publisher : Lerner Digital ™
ISBN 13 : 1541596617
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book One Plastic Bag written by Miranda Paul and published by Lerner Digital ™. This book was released on 2020-01-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! The inspiring true story of how one African woman began a movement to recycle the plastic bags that were polluting her community. Plastic bags are cheap and easy to use. But what happens when a bag breaks or is no longer needed? In Njau, Gambia, people simply dropped the bags and went on their way. One plastic bag became two. Then ten. Then a hundred. The bags accumulated in ugly heaps alongside roads. Water pooled in them, bringing mosquitoes and disease. Some bags were burned, leaving behind a terrible smell. Some were buried, but they strangled gardens. They killed livestock that tried to eat them. Something had to change. Isatou Ceesay was that change. She found a way to recycle the bags and transform her community. This inspirational true story shows how one person's actions really can make a difference in our world.