Africa50 Agreement: Badly Negotiated without Transparency
Since last year, I have maintained that the government’s concession agreement with Africa50 on the Senegambia Bridge could have been good for the country if the Ministry of Finance under Mr. Seedy Keita had taken their duties and responsibilities seriously. There is nothing wrong with asset recycling in principle. It can be beneficial to the country and contribute to our economic development. But the mere labelling of an agreement as “asset recycling” does not make it so. More in this opinion piece.
Economic Deep Dive: Response to Gov’t Statement on Africa50 Agreement
This is Dr. Ousman Gajigo’s response to the government’s rebuttal on his statement, together with the Government’s statement rebutting his staments. Additionally, the link to the actual agreement has been made available today, which has been included in the article for download to your devices. More in this publication.
Economic Deep Dive: The Dismal Budget and Economic Situation
Dr Ousman Gajigo has been hitting the news recently with the Government responding to some of his claims. This publication highlights some of the country’s dismal Budget and Economic Situation facing The Gambia starting with the Finance Minister’s late tabling of the 2025 Budget. More in the publication.
The Persecution of the Voice Newspaper
In this article by Dr Gajigo he highlights the significance of the President filing a legal suit against the Voice Newspaper media practitioners and the challenges it presents to Freedom of Expression in The Gambia.
Do We Know Every Detail about the Africa50 Deal?
In this edition of the Economic Deep Dive, Dr Ousman Gajigo highlights the importance of the Africa50 project which has resulted in a company taking control of the SeneGambia bridge to collect toll revenues. But what are Gambians getting in return?
The Roots of Gambia’s Fisheries Sector Problems
Dr Gajigo takes a deep dive into the challenges that shackle the development of the country's fishing sector from reaching its untapped potential. How can the Government turn this sector into a powerhouse to fuel a Gambian Economic resurgence?
Press Freedom under Attack After Voice Reporter Detained
President Barrow has commenced legal action culminating with the Police arresting journalists for a story claiming that the President has appointed Muhammed Jah of Q Group as his successor to the 2026 Presidential election.
The Gambia’s Flawed Fisheries Agreement with Senegal
This is the sixth publication on the Economic Deep Dive by Dr Ousman Gajigo focusing on the fishing agreement between The Gambia and Senegal.
Economic Reality versus the Central Bank
The Central Bank announced new Inflation statistics at the end of August 2024 claiming a deceleration in Inflation, now Economist Dr Gajigo opines that their report does not reflect reality in the economy.
The Problem is not Low Revenue, Minister Bouy
Mr Gagigo's article refutes the statement made by Minister Bouy claiming that planned salary increase for civil servants was delayed due to insufficient revenue.
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