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Gambia: Janjanbureh Hosts 9th Kankurang and Masks Festival –

Gambia: Janjanbureh Hosts 9th Kankurang and Masks Festival –

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Published on 2026-01-26 10:55:04

By Yunus S. Saliu

Janjanbureh hosted the 9th edition of the Kankurang and Masks Festival from January 23 to 25, 2026, on historic McCarthy Island. The event was organised by the National Centre for Arts and Culture (NCAC) under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), in collaboration with the Janjanbureh Event Management Committee.

The three-day festival featured more than 20 masquerades and a range of cultural performances showcasing Gambian heritage and traditions. Over…

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