Edinburgh’s Gambian community celebrate tradition and culture

Families gathered at Leith Links in the capital to give residents a flavour of their music and cuisine.

Rahim Cham

The Gambian Community in Edinburgh have been celebrating their heritage.

Families gathered at Leith Links in the capital to honour some of their traditions and to give residents a flavour of their music and cuisine.

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