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The Empire of Kaabu Origins

Monday, June 09, 2008

Its rulers were ordained into office by the king of Manding, but as the Manding Empire declined during the 15th century the Kaabu Empire became...

A ‘Kankunrang’ centre for Janjanbureh

Friday, May 16, 2008

The Kankurang, a traditional Mandinka masquerade, forms an instrumental part of the cultural heritage of that ethnic group. While for some it serves...

The Origins of 'The Gambia

Tuesday, December 18, 2007

The exact origin of the name The Gambia is unknown. It was first recorded in writing by Europeans explorers who began arriving here 500 years ago. As...