Fast-rising Gambian music star An2 has called on fans and critics alike to stop comparing him to fellow artist ST, saying such comparisons are unnecessary and disrespectful. Speaking at his Talk of the Town album launch concert held at the GCCI Trade Fair Grounds, where ST was one of the guest performers, An2 addressed the issue directly. “I don’t like seeing comments on my social media pages trying to compare me with ST,” he told the crowd. The “Hasidol” hitmaker went on to describe ST as a legend, stressing that he does not see himself in the same league. He emphasized that he has nothing but respect for the Brikama-born rapper and appreciates his contribution to Gambian music.

Multi-award-winning rapper Hussain Dada is facing criticism after a video of him kicking a fan went viral on social media. The incident occurred on Saturday at An2's Fuwaro Legacy concert at QCity, where thousands of Gambian music enthusiasts had gathered. In the footage, Hussain Dada is seen kicking a fan while shouting, "F** you, f*** you, pussy world,"* sparking outrage online. As backlash mounted, the rapper took to TikTok to explain his actions, claiming the individual in question was not a true fan. "Even the most disciplined and quiet person can lose it when boundaries are crossed," he said. "I heard him saying a lot of things, but I stayed calm because I was performing."

Renowned socialite and philanthropist Zainab Musa Darboe has given birth to twin babies—a boy and a girl—with her husband, Demba Jammeh, a customs officer. Demba shared the joyful news on Facebook, expressing his gratitude: "All praises to the most high endlessly. Double the joy, double the love. Kanu Muso and I are thrilled to introduce our beautiful twins to the world. To be specific, a boy and a girl. ”Our hearts overflowing with joy. Please pray for the healthy development of the twins." Zainab responded to her husband's heartfelt post with a touching message of her own: Watching you become a father to our little ones has been the most beautiful experience. I am so thankful for your unwavering support, your kind heart, and the way you love our family. I know we will continue to grow and thrive together with our twins, and I am beyond excited for all the memories we are going to make.

One of The Gambia’s biggest music stars, Big Banga, is set to thrill fans at his highly anticipated Xorondaga Concert this Saturday, February 8, at Manjai Park. Thousands of music lovers and Gambian entertainment enthusiasts are expected to attend the event, which has been generating buzz across social media. In a recent Facebook post, Big Banga confirmed that top Gambian artists Jizzle and Hussain Dada will be performing alongside him at the concert. The lineup also includes Miss Jobizz, Awa Gambia, Pa Ebou, Napx, and Daddy Boston, promising an electrifying night of music and entertainment.

Multi-award-winning rapper ST is set to launch his highly anticipated album, Nna La Duwa, on Saturday, February 1, at QCity in Bijilo. The event will feature performances from many of the country's top musicians, with a crowd of over 10,000 fans expected to attend. Expressing his excitement, ST said he is thrilled to return to QCity, The Gambia’s premier entertainment venue, to celebrate another album release. The official event flyer was released last week and has since gone viral on social media, widely shared by fans and key figures in the Gambian entertainment industry. One fan took to Facebook, writing: "The wait is finally over. Ntol kan kuwol lay kay. Nna la duwa!" Another supporter commented: "May Allah guide you through your journey."

A rising TikTok personality, Alicia Fyneah, has expressed concern over the presence of young teenagers on the streets of the Senegambia Strip late at night. In a video shared on her TikTok account, Alicia stated, "There’s an issue in The Gambia that needs to be addressed. What are 13, 14, 15, and 16-year-olds doing in Senegambia in the early hours of the morning? These are minors who should be at home under the care of their parents." She went on to question the role of parents in ensuring the safety of their children, saying, "I don't understand why some parents allow their children to be out at night. It's a serious issue that demands attention."

Final preparations are underway for Fatou Ndeneh's Hewwi Kerr, the daughter of Ndeneh Faal, with hundreds of family members and friends expected to attend the event tonight, January 15. Senegalese mbalax star Pape Diouf and his band have arrived in the country to perform for Fatou and her husband, Sheikh Sillah, at Dream Maker in Senegambia. "Pape has been a close friend of the Faal family for a long time, so it's no surprise that he's performing at the Hewwi Kerr," a source revealed. According to the source, there is a possibility that Gambian artists might also perform, but the Senegalese mbalax legend will be the main attraction of the evening. Fatou is the first daughter of Ndeneh and Jatou. She is described as polite, friendly, and hardworking. Her husband, originally from Sukuta, currently resides in France.

Ndeneh Faal and Jatou Tambadou-Faal, one of the wealthiest couples in the country, spared no expense for their daughter, Fatou Ndeneh's wedding reception at the Coco Ocean Resort and Spa, making it one of the most extravagant events in recent memory. The couple reportedly spent over D7 million on the event, which featured a performance by Grammy-award-winning artist Youssou Ndour and included prominent guests such as business mogul Muhammed Jah and Information Minister Dr. Ismaila Ceesay. Here is an exclusive chat we had with a source close to the Faal family: What's On-Gambia: Was Youssou Ndour paid D4 million to perform at the event? Source: He wasn’t paid the amount you posted. Mbaye Dieye Faye is a family friend of Jatou's. What's On-Gambia: So, what was the payment? Source: I can confirm the total expenditure for the reception was D7 million.

The music duo O Boy and Gambian Child garnered an impressive 11.2 million views on YouTube in 2024, solidifying their position as the most popular Gambian musicians on the American video-sharing platform. With over 200,000 subscribers to date, the Ahjindi hitmakers have amassed a substantial fan base not only in The Gambia but also in neighboring Senegal and Guinea-Bissau. In a recent Facebook post, the duo shared their gratitude: "2024 has been a remarkable journey. With over 11,211,865 views, you have shown us that Gambian music can truly shine on the global stage. Thank you for watching, sharing, and supporting us." One fan congratulated them, writing, "Congratulations, more wins ahead." Another admirer praised them, stating that O Boy and Gambian Child are among the finest musicians ever to emerge from the country.

Mame Mactar Gueye, a prominent Senegalese advocate for morality, cultural preservation, and religious values, and vice-president of the NGO Jamra, has criticized singer Mia Guisse for alleged indecency during her performances in Italy and at the Ngalandou Diouf Stadium in Rufisque, Senegal, during the end-of-year festivities. After alleged unsuccessful attempts to contact her directly, Mame Mactar Gueye issued a public warning through Feeling Dakar, a Senegalese media platform focusing on politics, entertainment, and business news, emphasizing the need to uphold the country’s moral, religious, and cultural standards. Do you agree with Mame Mactar Gueye? Should moral, cultural, and religious values form the foundation of our entertainment industry, or is it necessary to establish a clear boundary between these domains?

Multi-award-winning rapper ST is set to release a new music video tomorrow, ahead of his highly anticipated album launch concert on February 1. In a message to his fans, ST shared on social media: "Stay tuned for the official release this Thursday at 10 a.m." One fan responded: "Why wait until Thursday? Please release it now and end the suspense!" Another added: "The king is back. We love you endlessly; you always make us proud." ST, widely regarded as the king of Gambian music, is expected to draw thousands of fans from across the country to his album launch concert.