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Amir Yaya Sillah, the award-winning Gambian writer and founder of Suba Kunda Publishing, has authored a new book titled The Great Marabouts of Senegambia. The book, which delves deep into the history and legacy of Marabouts, is the culmination of over five years of extensive research conducted by Mr Sillah in The Gambia and abroad. Known for his profound storytelling and dedication to preserving African history and culture, Sillah’s latest work promises to offer readers an insightful journey into the untold stories of these spiritual leaders.
According to Amir Yaya Sillah, the Marabout institution is one of the most enduring entities in African history. It survived the transatlantic slave trade and European colonialism, outlasting the trials that shaped the continent’s modern history. However, despite their immense contributions to society, the role of Marabouts is often overlooked by mainstream discourse. Sillah’s new book seeks to address this imbalance, shining a spotlight on the Marabouts and the crucial role they played—and continue to play—in Senegambian society.
In The Great Marabouts of Senegambia, Sillah explores the Marabouts’ significant contributions, particularly in the realms of education and spiritual guidance. The book covers a wide range of topics, including pre-Islamic African spiritualism, the advent of Islam in Senegambia, the 18th-century jihads, and the influence of Marabouts in Europe. Sillah synthesises these historical events to paint a comprehensive picture of how Marabouts have shaped both past and present societies. Through their teachings and guidance, they have played a pivotal role in the cultural and spiritual development of the Senegambian people.- Advertisement –
This is not the first time Sillah has captivated readers with his writings. The Great Marabouts of Senegambia is his second book release of the year, following The Future is Now, which was published in May. Over the past decade, Sillah has authored nine books, with topics ranging from entrepreneurship to family dynamics. All his works are available on Amazon and at Suba Bookshop in The Gambia.
Sillah’s journey as a writer is as remarkable as the subjects he writes about. Born and raised in Jarra Sutukung, The Gambia, Sillah grew up in a family with deep scholarly roots. Under the mentorship of his grandfather, the leader of the respected Sillah Kunda scholarly family, Sillah was trained in Islamic studies, sociology, and spiritual counselling. His thirst for knowledge led him to Serekunda, where he taught himself English at the age of 17. This marked the beginning of a remarkable life journey that took him from rural Gambia to the United Kingdom.
Sillah’s contributions to both literature and society have been widely recognised. In May 2023, he was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by the Gambia High Commission in London for his work in both the UK and The Gambia. Furthermore, during the coronation of King Charles III, Sillah was among the distinguished guests invited to meet the new monarch—a testament to his standing as a respected figure in both countries.- Advertisement –
In 2022, Sillah founded the SST School of Entrepreneurship in The Gambia to equip young people with essential entrepreneurial skills. His influence has also extended into academia, with appearances as a speaker and panelist at conferences, including those at Cambridge University.
As The Great Marabouts of Senegambia hits the shelves, Sillah continues to solidify his reputation as a distinguished writer and a passionate advocate for African history, culture, and progress. His work serves as both a preservation of the past and a call for future generations to understand and appreciate the profound legacy of the Marabouts. Readers worldwide can look forward to another captivating and insightful offering from one of The Gambia’s most celebrated authors.
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The event commenced with opening remarks from Ibrahim Shiuree, CEO & MD of MMPRC, who extended a warm welcome to participants attending the forum in the Maldives. Abdulla Giyas Riyaz, Chairperson of MMPRC, also addressed the audience, delivering a thought-provoking presentation on “The Importance of Data in the Tourism Sector.” He emphasised how data-driven decision-making is crucial for shaping the future of the travel industry.
“The travel landscape is changing rapidly, and leveraging data has become a necessity for the industry, not just a competitive edge. This forum is dedicated to equipping tourism professionals, businesses, and destinations with the tools and knowledge to enhance consumer engagement, improve management, and boost overall effectiveness,” remarked CEO & MD Shiuree.
The forum attracted some of the world’s foremost tourism data analytics firms, with speakers from organisations such as E-Tourism Frontiers, Tourism Economics Oxford, Union Pay, Meltwater, ForwardKeys, Adara, Booking.com, Tripadvisor, Amadeus, and EmarketingEye. These experts offered valuable insights into global tourism trends and analytics.
Morning sessions featured stimulating presentations, including one by Sarah Mathews, CEO of E-Tourism Frontiers, on the role of data in the travel industry (“Data, Data Everywhere”). Michael Shoory from Tourism Economics Oxford provided an analysis of the global economic outlook, while Hu Binghan of Union Pay discussed the resurgence of Chinese outbound tourism and shifting global spending patterns.
The afternoon sessions delved deeper into predictive analytics and practical applications of data. Olivier Ponti from ForwardKeys shared strategies for predicting traveler behaviour, while Bharat Nagpal from Adara discussed how data can be used to measure success effectively. Calvin Koh from Tripadvisor highlighted the influence of user-generated content on tourism decision-making.
RUSTON – Louisiana Tech Softball head coach Josh Taylor announced Wednesday the full 2025 schedule, a slate that includes 21 home games at Dr. Billy Bundrick Field.
It will be a very challenging schedule for the Bulldogs who will face 12 opponents that played in NCAA Regionals last season with seven of those finishing the year ranked in the top 25.
The tough competition starts right out of the gates with LA Tech traveling to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Feb. 6-8 for two games against Northern Colorado, two versus Florida State, and one against Oklahoma State who made the College World Series.
After the first of 12 midweeks contests (at Southeastern on Feb. 12), the Bulldogs will host the LA Tech Classic on Feb. 14-16 with two matchups against ULM and one apiece versus Arkansas and Southern Miss.
Sandwiched between home midweeks versus Northwestern State and Central Arkansas is the Rocket City Showcase in Madison, Alabama Feb. 20-22 when the ‘Dogs will face East Tennessee State, Ole Miss, Auburn, and Mississippi State.
The final non-conference tournament will be Feb. 1-March 2 at the Southern Miss Tournament in Hattiesburg, Mississippi against teams to be determined.
March will also include four midweeks (March 4 versus Stephen F. Austin, March 11 versus McNeese, March 18 at Texas A&M, and March 25 at Northwestern State) as well as the start of Conference USA play.
The first CUSA series will be at Dr. Billy Bundrick Field March 7-9 when LA Tech hosts New Mexico State. The Bulldogs will also host three-game league series against Middle Tennessee, Jacksonville State, and Liberty. The road conference series will include UTEP, WKU, FIU, Kennesaw State, and Sam Houston.
April will also see five more midweeks including a home-and-home against UL-Lafayette and road contests at LSU, Stephen F. Austin, and McNeese.
The 2025 CUSA Softball Championship will be played May 7-10 in Bowling Green, Kentucky, hosted by the WKU Hilltoppers.
SEASON TICKET RENEWALSSeason ticket renewals for Bulldog Softball are now available for the 2025 season. Chairback seats are $125, bleacher seating is $100, and berm seating is $50.
Fans can pay their renewal invoice online by logging into their account at LATechSports.com/Tickets or by calling the LA Tech Ticket Office at (318) 257-3631. A flexible payment plan option is available this year. To take advantage of the payment plan option, select the “Flex Spring” option online or call the ticket office.
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The Frankfurt Book Fair organisers have spoken out about Russian participation in this year’s event and Russian publishers’ presentation of five stands.
Source: a letter by the Frankfurt Book Fair to Ukrainska Pravda
Details: Russian books will remain represented at the International Frankfurt Book Fair. They will only be removed if the content violates German law.Advertisement:
Quote: “If content prohibited by German law is exhibited, there are established procedures.”
More details: Russia’s national stand will not be represented at the event until the war against Ukraine ends.
German Culture Minister Claudia Roth at the opening of the Ukrainian national stand.
Photo: Chytomo, a Ukrainian niche outlet about books and book publishing
“The Russian national stand was excluded from participation in the book fair after Russia’s attack on Ukraine, which is a violation of international law. Until this war is over, we refuse to register the Russian national stand at the book fair,” said representatives of the Frankfurt Book Fair.
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The organising team also expressed their solidarity with the Ukrainian book industry and the Ukrainian people. As in previous years, the Fair and the German Federal Ministry of Culture are providing free space for Ukraine’s representation and participation in the discussion programme.
Guests at the opening of the Ukrainian national stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair
Photo: Chytomo
Oleksandra Koval, director of the Ukrainian Book Institute, wrote on Facebook that Juergen Boos, the President and CEO of the Frankfurt Book Fair, also emphasised his support for Ukrainians at the official opening of the national stand. However, despite the unwillingness to “see representatives of the Russian government”, books by Russian publishers such as Exmo will remain at the event.
Juergen Boos at the opening of the Ukrainian stand
Photo: Oleksandra Koval on Facebook
Soon, the Ukrainian Book Institute will start sending out appeals to foreign publishers calling for a boycott of Russian books.
“We already did this in 2022, right after the start of the full-scale invasion, and we will do it again to remind everyone who wants to cooperate with Russian publishers: every Russian author and every Russian publisher is guilty of Russia’s war against Ukraine,” Koval explained.
What happened on the eve of the opening of the Frankfurt Book Fair:
Representatives of Ukraine at the Book Fair noticed the stand of one of the Russian publishing houses, Exmo. For several years, it had been under sanctions in Ukraine, and the content of its books had anti-Ukrainian sentiments.
The fact that the publishing house was not added to the new sanctions list by the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine made it harder to argue that Russian representatives should not participate at the international level.
“If they had been included in the sanctions list, it would have been the strong reasoning in negotiations with the organisers of international fairs to prevent such publishing houses from participating,” Koval said.
A separate Ukrainian stand was opened by Oleksandr Savchuk, the winner of the Chytomo award
Photo: Chytomo
Background:
This year, five Russian publishing houses are represented at the Frankfurt Book Fair.
The Frankfurt Book Fair is the largest book event in the world. It has become a platform for writers and publishers to promote international cooperation and global trends in book publishing and improve their own ideas.
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