A young, dynamic lady, prolific writer, activist, and poet, who started her writing career as a young girl but with aims and objectives to inspire and change the concepts that people built towards poetry in The Gambia.
MoHERST Explores Support Strategies for Seedou Susso’s Educational Journey
Earlier today, we had a successful meeting with the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHERST). A brief discussion was centered on Seedou Susso and how he could be supported throughout his educational career. The meeting was chaired by the permanent secretary of (MoHerst)and representatives from other departments were present. Upon listening to Seedou elder brother about […]
Ambassador Sey reviews “Words on War” book
Ambassador Essa Bokarr Sey recently reviewed “Words on War” book written by Saffiatou Joof, a Gambian poet. The review of the book was held at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre on 18th November 2023. He said the first part of the book is where Saffiatou has genuinely recognised men and women of […]
Two Books under Her Belt: Young Author Saffiatou Joof launches second book: ‘The Words On War’
By Fatou Dahaba Saffiatou Joof, a renowned female poet and founder of Nna Kala Poetic Academic, on Saturday, November 18, launched her second book, “The Words On War,” at the Sir Dawda Jawara International Conference Center in Bijilo. The launch brought together top educationists, diplomats, senior government officials, and students, who all thanked Ms. Saffiatou […]
YWAG appoints new executive for 2022-2024
Nov 16, 2022, 10:06 AM | Article By: YWAG Media and Communications Unit Banjul, 12th November 2022 -The Young Writers’ Association of The Gambia (YWAG), acting according to its constitution has appointed new executive members to steer the affairs of the association for the next two years. With a membership of over 300 young people, the […]
Saffiatou Joof Launches Book Titled “Under The Spell Of Poetry”
By Ramatoulie Jawo Saffiatou Joof, a young poet who does her activism through poetry, a craft she uses to send messages across the country, launched a book titled “Under The Spell Of Poetry”. The ceremony took place at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre on Saturday. Speaking at the occasion, Honourable Minister of […]
Spotlight: Saffiatou Joof — Activism Through Poetry
By: Muhammed Lamin Drammeh Saffiatou Joof, a bright young poet who is set to launch her maiden poetry book next month, said she does her activism through poetry, a craft she uses to send her messages across. A budding Computer Scientist, the 26-year-old sensational poet told the Fatu Network that she does poetry to represent […]