Gambians from the Soninke community prepare festivities for their language celebration on September 25 at Westfield Monument in Serrekunda. Sheriff Marie Tanbadou leads the Sumpo Do Khati youth committee and shared details about the upcoming cultural event during Sunday's press briefing. The gathering will highlight the traditional customs and heritage practices of the Soninke people across the region. UNESCO designated September 25 as the official International Day of the Soninke Language during October 2023. Communities worldwide have observed this annual recognition with various cultural activities.
Previous celebrations featured delegations traveling to Paris while local participants gathered at the monument for cultural demonstrations. The 2024 event showcased traditional food, performances, symposiums, and collaborative work with the National Council for Arts and Culture. Digital technology's role in language preservation serves as this year's central discussion topic. Tanbadou welcomes all community members and interested citizens to participate in the heritage celebration and language promotion efforts.
Previous celebrations featured delegations traveling to Paris while local participants gathered at the monument for cultural demonstrations. The 2024 event showcased traditional food, performances, symposiums, and collaborative work with the National Council for Arts and Culture. Digital technology's role in language preservation serves as this year's central discussion topic. Tanbadou welcomes all community members and interested citizens to participate in the heritage celebration and language promotion efforts.
