Today is the first day of the Islamic new year ( Hijrah calendar- AH ) 1421 The festivities include what we have locally in Gambia as Tallabone and Tamharett The tenth day is Ashura which is now a holiday in Banjul , I understand.- correct me if I am wrong So I take this opportunity to wish you all a happy new year and best wishes to on the L and remember Gambia in our prayers Habib Diab Ghanim , Sr