Regretful Change in Kartong: An Environmental Story

In the lovely coastal village of Kartong, surrounded by the vast sea and lush forests, people lived in harmony with nature. The village was full of life, and its residents, including Bunama, Kebba, Laity, Elas, Efo, Salimata, and Nyima, found richness not in money but in their close connection with the land and sea. More in this environmental story.

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Amat Mballow’s Journey: From Aspiring Footballer to Legendary Coach

Meet Amat Mballow, celebrated as a local tactician and international accomplished coach, whose journey from aspiring footballer to local legend is truly inspiring. Amat began just like any determined young player, driven by his passion for football and dreams of playing on a national level and turning professional. More in this inspiring story.

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The Lifesaving Gift: Abdoulie’s Story

True heroism lies not in the accolades one receives but in the quiet, selfless acts that uplift others and transform lives. Meet Abdoulie, a compassionate humanitarian and dedicated ex-army officer who had faithfully served his country for 12 years. This is Abdoulie’s story of a lifesaving gift.

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Shared Finances: A Lesson for Young Couples

In the vibrant town of Bakau, Biran had carved out a successful career as a hotel owner and businessman. Known for his sharp mind and dedication, he was always looking for ways to grow his ventures. Unfortunately, his personal life took an unexpected turn, teaching him a lesson about love and finances. More in this interesting love story.

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From Struggles to Strength: The Story of Bailo

From a humble family in the city, a determined student named Bailo faced the harsh realities of life. Coming from a poor background, he was a diligent learner who persevered through adversity, consistently striving to elevate himself from the lowest to the highest grades. His dreams soared high, fuelled by the hope of becoming an economist. This is a story following from struggles to strength.

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Economic Deep Dive: NAWEC’s Karpowership Deal is Bad for the Country

Dr. Gajigo interrogates the economic viability of the Karpowership deal with NAWEC, which he concludes is a very bad one because of the Dalasi’s depreciation, and the cost of it’s yearly payments could have built a power plant with the same capacity in the country every year. More in this article.

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Economic Deep Dive: Deliberately Making our Debt Situation Worse

Dr. Gajigo makes some huge revelations in his latest publication, highlighting a D2 billion loan that was agreed with the Islamic Development back in December 2024 but has been ommited in the 2025 Budget. More in this expert opinion piece.

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Askanwi aims to fill the gap of reliable, balanced citizen focused news which impacts the livelihood of it's readers. With publications monitoring the implementation of the Transitional Process in the country Askanwi continues to pioneer human interest reporting such as the ongoing reportage of the Acute Kidney Injury saga, the promulgation of the Draft Constitution and the implementation of the Transitional Justice Program to name a few.

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