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Han
Belgium
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 Posted - 09 May 2010 : 17:37:42
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I'm looking for people who can inform me on moving to and work in the Gambia. I'm a female teacher with 25 years of experience in the same school in Belgium. I would like to expand my horizon and live and teach in the Gambia.
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yours sincerely,
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kayjatta
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Posted - 10 May 2010 : 13:38:52
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I have known several U.S., Canadian, and European teachers who lived and taught in Gambians schools, high schools, colleges and the University. They almost always were Peace Corps or some form of exchange teachers. But some migrated with their Gambian spouses and picked up teaching jobs; one of my favorites was Vanessa Sanyang, an American woman married to a Gambian and taught English at one of the prestigious high schools in the Gambia.
Living and teaching in the Gambia would be challenging for many westerners but the experience might be worth it.
However, the Gambia has become a little tough on westerners lately. Both crime on westerners and and the legal system have toughened a little. Be extremely careful and keep a low profile; and stay out of trouble... |
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toubab1020
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Posted - 10 May 2010 : 15:21:32
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"Both crime on westerners and and the legal system have toughened a little. Be extremely careful and keep a low profile; and stay out of trouble... "
You forgot the most important thing KAY, NEVER TALK ABOUT POLITICS !!
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"Simple is good" & I strongly dislike politics. You cannot defend the indefensible.
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gambiabev
United Kingdom
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Posted - 10 May 2010 : 17:52:48
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| I would find that very difficult! |
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kayjatta
2978 Posts |
Posted - 11 May 2010 : 06:53:13
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| That is true Toubab, politics is one problematic area. If you must discuss or express a strong opinion about politics in the Gambia, do so only in a comfortable and familiar surrounding... |
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Moe
USA
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Posted - 11 May 2010 : 09:14:33
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"Both crime on westerners and and the legal system have toughened a little. Be extremely careful and keep a low profile; and stay out of trouble..." You mean don't break the law if you decide to mis inform the populace, might as well tell her that you ain't been to Gambia in 15 years and clueless about everything that is going on, I knew the cyber bumpster will jump on it, First of all Kayjatta people are discussing politics openly in Gambia,if not UDP will not be in existent. You mean she needs to adhere to the law whilst there,which is expected out of every foreigner and citizen. The government has toughened laws my ass, you mean the laws are being implemented and gossipers and liars are no longer welcome...........................................Peace quote:
Originally posted by kayjatta
That is true Toubab, politics is one problematic area. If you must discuss or express a strong opinion about politics in the Gambia, do so only in a comfortable and familiar surrounding...
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
The GPU wants Me Hunted Down for what I don't know ..... |
Edited by - Moe on 11 May 2010 09:20:02 |
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kayjatta
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Posted - 11 May 2010 : 09:30:32
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jambo
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Posted - 18 May 2010 : 10:31:04
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hi there plenty of opportunities to work and live in Gambia, it depends on who you want to sponsor you.
a lot of people just go for a long term stay and find a job locally, a few like to join VSO or peace corps and have a job to go to.
Not sure about your visa situation, what passport do you hold, check with the embassy in your own country. |
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Eve
Gambia
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Posted - 18 May 2010 : 16:53:52
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Originally posted by toubab1020
"Both crime on westerners and and the legal system have toughened a little. Be extremely careful and keep a low profile; and stay out of trouble... "
You forgot the most important thing KAY, NEVER TALK ABOUT POLITICS !!
lol i love that toubab, humm and Han he is right, for you to be very stay, to know more, get inside them and learn more, respect them as they are u will like it there, i knew some Belgium living there, so if you need their contact, they can tell you more. inbox me and good luck |
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gambiabev
United Kingdom
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Posted - 18 May 2010 : 23:43:46
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Sorry to say it, but Moe is wrong. Most people don't openly discuss politics because they are frightened that a government spy is listening and reporting back on them. If you ask a direct question in public about politics most people will avoid the question.
So in public, or in private if there is a witness, the best thing is not to talk about politics. |
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Moe
USA
2326 Posts |
Posted - 20 May 2010 : 21:43:20
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Those people you are referring to are the Paranoid law breaking fools am talking about , Quite possible half baked individuals rumor mongering and calling it politics. Don't ever come here "Maguettey Toubab" and try to tell me something about my own damn country. Am I trying to tell you something about British Culture and Politics,Racism etc? If you are bored and kinda missing me ,all you have to say is hello,lying and trying to misconstrue facts will only get you in trouble in cyberspace, you should know better.............................................................Peace
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
The GPU wants Me Hunted Down for what I don't know ..... |
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snuggels
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Posted - 21 May 2010 : 01:02:06
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Ah Moes back.
""Both crime on westerners and and the legal system have toughened a little. "
Yes to both cos Westeners are seen as easy pickings as against a Gambian who chances are has very little. and dont get stiched up by the police or Miltary cos as a police officer said to me once do you think a judge is going to belive a white man.
Yes dont talk politics as it will inevitably mean critiseing Jemmeh
and you dont do that in public. As most Gambians will advise you
So yes obey the law but keep a low profile |
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Moe
USA
2326 Posts |
Posted - 21 May 2010 : 05:21:53
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Well lets start with What did you do to come in contact with Mr POPO? What did you say to him for him to tell you that "do you think a judge will believe you because you are White? Most westerners seem to think so .Ask Mr Michael scales ,according to him all his Gambian wife had to say was Toubab in the Car,and nothing happened to them?.
Obey the law keep a low profile I kinda like that, good advice for anyone venturing into an unknown territory.I will tell you a little about the police Snuggels, after you answer my questions ,Remember don't think you can fool me either ,I wanna know about the hustler you came in contact with and what were you selling or buying............................................Peace
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I am Jebel Musa better yet rock of Gibraltar,either or,still a stronghold and a Pillar commanding direction
The GPU wants Me Hunted Down for what I don't know ..... |
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snuggels
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Posted - 21 May 2010 : 11:38:37
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1/ This was said when I offered to be a character witness for a Gambian who the police wanted to stich up. We know it goes on Moe so you cant tell me anything about the police.
2/ Ask the question Moe you make to many assumtions and I dont know what you are trying to imply I wasnt selling or buying and no contact with a hustler
Now a question for you as a matter of interest how long since you have been there? |
Edited by - snuggels on 21 May 2010 11:48:39 |
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Han
Belgium
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Posted - 21 May 2010 : 20:21:31
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Originally posted by jambo
hi there plenty of opportunities to work and live in Gambia, it depends on who you want to sponsor you.
a lot of people just go for a long term stay and find a job locally, a few like to join VSO or peace corps and have a job to go to.
Not sure about your visa situation, what passport do you hold, check with the embassy in your own country.
Thanks for the advice to check with the embassy in Belgium, maybe they can give me a summary of opportunities best matching with my aim: live and work, prefarably teaching english in e.g. primary schools. I don't have the intention however to mingle in politics.. |
yours sincerely,
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Han
Belgium
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Posted - 21 May 2010 : 20:30:50
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Originally posted by Eve
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Originally posted by toubab1020
"Both crime on westerners and and the legal system have toughened a little. Be extremely careful and keep a low profile; and stay out of trouble... "
I'f been in Kotu for about 10 days but didn't stay in a regular hotel. I visited some empty schools (due to the holidays) but my fingers started itching! So much nice work still to be done. Maybe if I can get in contact with experienced foreigners, it would safe me some research and time? all tips welcome!
You forgot the most important thing KAY, NEVER TALK ABOUT POLITICS !!
lol i love that toubab, humm and Han he is right, for you to be very stay, to know more, get inside them and learn more, respect them as they are u will like it there, i knew some Belgium living there, so if you need their contact, they can tell you more. inbox me and good luck
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yours sincerely,
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