Toufah

Jallow, Toufah & Pittaway, Kim

When Toufah won a national competition that promised a full scholarship to any university in the world, it was the first step to fulfilling her dreams. But it turned into a nightmare when she was raped by the president of her West African country, The Gambia. With both her own and her family's safety at risk, she fled to Senegal and then sought refuge in Canada, eventually being in a position to publicly expose the since deposed dictator.

Introducing readers to the history and culture of The Gambia, this is a powerful and inspiring memoir of the courageous young woman and now advocate, who led the way for an African #MeToo movement. [Larger font]

Pages
310

Year
2021

Reviews

TAIH 002

10-01-2024

We all really enjoyed this book - an amazing woman, from a family of strong women. One of our best books this year!

WHANG 022

15-11-2023

All loved Toufah for her courage and her writing.

GREYT 002

13-09-2023

A compelling story of a courageous, determined young woman. An interesting insight into the challenges for a refugee.

GORE 007

21-08-2023

Enjoyed by all, it makes you realise how lucky we are.

WHANGA 004

17-04-2023

A disturbing topic, well presented, inspiring, thoughtful and full of hope. Well worth the read.