In this episode of MandMBeyondWord, we discuss youth unemployment, skills training, entrepreneurship, and how government economic policies are shaping opportunities for young people. We break down what is being done, where progress is happening, and the gaps that still need attention. From TVET and youth business support to the role of the private sector and civic engagement, this conversation looks at how young Gambians are navigating today’s economy and what needs to improve so youth can thrive at home. This is not just a youth issue. It’s a national development priority.

In this episode of Madi and Muha Beyond Words, we explore the growing importance of environmental and natural space recovery and why it matters now more than ever. From coastal erosion and plastic waste to the protection of mangroves and biodiversity, the conversation highlights the environmental challenges facing communities today. Madi shares a personal story about participating in beach cleaning exercises during Primary 6, showing how environmental responsibility can begin at a young age. The discussion also focuses on how Gambian youths are stepping forward through clean-up campaigns, awareness efforts, and sustainable practices to protect their future. The episode connects culture and influence by recognizing the role of respected artists like ST, whose impact on young people goes beyond music and into community inspiration and positive example.

In this episode of M&M Beyond Words, Madi and Muha pause the noise of the world to reflect on a moment that will be remembered long after headlines fade. The Gambia small in size yet steady in conscience has stepped onto the global stage, standing before the International Court of Justice in defense of the Rohingya people. This is not a conversation about power, politics, or spectacle. It is a reflection on moral courage, collective memory, and the responsibility to speak when silence feels easier. Through calm dialogue and honest insight, we explore what it means for a nation shaped by its own history to stand for justice beyond its borders and what this moment teaches us about leadership, humanity, and the kind of world we are choosing to build.This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and remember that sometimes the most powerful voices belong to those who refuse to look away.

On this episode of M&M Beyond Words, we explore practical, compassionate solutions the Gambian government must embrace to stop irregular migration real jobs, vocational training, youth funding, mental health support, and honest partnerships. Our youths are not desperate they are determined. It’s time policy finally meets their courage.

In this powerful episode of M&M Beyond Words, Madi and Muha confront the heartbreaking reality facing African youths who risk their lives crossing the Mediterranean Sea in search of a better future. Following the tragic loss of nearly a hundred lives, the hosts speak with humility, reverence, and urgency exposing the dangerous illusion of the “back-way” and the deep social wounds that drive our young people to flee their homeland. Blending poetic reflection with traditional wisdom, this episode is a call to conscience: to the youth, to parents, to leaders, and to every soul who believes that Africa’s children deserve more than a rubber boat and a prayer in the dark.

In this powerful episode of M&M Beyond Words, Madi and Muha dive into a growing concern within Gambian society the misuse of TikTok among youths. What began as a platform for creativity, comedy, and opportunity has, in many cases, turned into a space for insults, public shaming, and even the disrespect of parents. Rooted deeply in Gambian culture and values, this conversation explores the tension between modern digital freedom and traditional respect. Madi and Muha reflect on how clout culture is reshaping behavior, how online actions carry real life consequences, and why respect for elders remains timeless, not “old school.” This episode is not about condemnation it is about consciousness. A call for youths to reclaim social media as a tool for growth, dignity, and legacy.

Listen. Reflect. Choose wisely.

In this episode of M&M Beyond Words, Madi and Muha explore the current state of HIV and AIDS in The Gambia from national prevalence and regional trends to why awareness, testing, and compassion matter. With an estimated 1.3% of the population living with HIV and roughly 26,000 affected individuals, we unpack the numbers, the human stories behind them, and the path forward with dignity and care. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that blends facts with community wisdom. 🇬🇲

M&M Beyond Words is a home for every young Gambian dreamer. Today we discuss leadership, culture, discipline, unity, and the values that make a nation rise. Our voices carry hope, our words carry purpose and together, we build a future worthy of pride. 🇬🇲