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Parliament Moves to Expand Criminal Jurisdiction to Offences Committed Abroad

Frederic Tendeng March 12, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In a significant development, the Gambia is poised to amend its Criminal Offences Act, seeking to expand the criminal jurisdiction of Gambian courts to offences committed by individuals outside the country who subsequently enter the Gambia. This move aims to streamline the legal process, ensuring that offenders are tried within the Gambian judicial system rather than being extradited for trial in foreign states.

Senegal Drops Appeal, Restores Ousmane Sonko to Electoral Lists

Frederic Tendeng March 12, 2024

Gambiaj.com – According to sources close to Senegal’s jailed opposition leader, the state has withdrawn its appeal against the decision to reinstate Ousmane Sonko on the electoral lists. This move follows the overturning of Sonko’s in absentia sentence in the Adji Sarr case.

Confidential – Casamance’s Conflict – 42 Years of the MFDC’s Complex Influence on Regional Politics

Frederic Tendeng March 11, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC) has left a lasting impact on the political landscape of Casamance, as recent incidents highlight the ongoing challenges facing the region. Once a military and political movement seeking resource acquisition, the MFDC has disintegrated, leaving former rebels scattered across Casamance, the Gambia, and Guinea Bissau.

Supreme Court – Lamin J. Darboe, Kexx Sanneh Fight President Amnesty Powers in 2023 Inquiry Act

Frederic Tendeng March 11, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Senior Lawyer Lamin J. Darboe, alongside the Coalition of Progressive Gambians and Kemeseng Sanneh (Kexx Sanneh), have filed a case at the Supreme Court of The Gambia to challenge the constitutionality of specific provisions within the Commission of Inquiry (Amendment) Act of 2023.

Macky Sall Commends Historic Courage of MFDC Ex-Combatants in Reintegration Efforts

Frederic Tendeng March 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Senegal’s Head of State, President Macky Sall, jointly received the Initiative for the Reunification of the political and armed wings of the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC) and ex-combatants of the Diakay faction on Friday. The meeting took place in the department of Bignona, where the President saluted their “historic courage,” according to the Senegalese presidency.

Gambian Officials Seek Medical Care in Turkey, Highlighting Healthcare Failures at Home

Frederic Tendeng March 9, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Gambia’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Rohey John Manjang, and Trade Ambassador Fatou Jallow Senghore, recently traveled to Turkey for medical check-ups at a private facility in Bayrampaşa, Istanbul. Both underwent general screenings of their health status, with Manjang receiving treatment and Jallow Senghore undergoing eye care.

US, African Union, EU, UK Hail Resilience of Senegal’s Democracy

Frederic Tendeng March 9, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The African Union on Friday welcomed Senegal’s decision to hold the presidential election on March 24 after weeks of turmoil triggered by the vote delay, following similar reactions from the United States, the European Union, and the United Kingdom.

Ousman Sonko Alleges Lies, Racism as Trial for Crimes Against Humanity Closes

Frederic Tendeng March 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Switzerland’s first full trial of crimes against humanity concluded this week, with the defendant, a former Gambian minister accused of rape and murder, giving a defiant closing speech in which he claimed to be a victim of racism and lies.

President Macky Sall Sets March 24 for Presidential Election in Senegal

Frederic Tendeng March 6, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Outgoing President Macky Sall of Senegal has announced that the presidential election will be held on Sunday, March 24, 2024. This decision follows the reception of the opinion of the Constitutional Council stating that said arranging the vote for a date after President Macky Sall’s mandate expires on April 2 would be unconstitutional.

Macky Sall Dissolves Government, Appoints Sidiki Kaba as Prime Minister Ahead of Elections

Frederic Tendeng March 6, 2024

GAmbiaj.com – In a move signaling a significant shift in Senegal’s political landscape, President Macky Sall has dissolved the government, replacing Prime Minister Amadou Ba with Sidiki Kaba, the Minister of the Interior and Public Security. The announcement came at the conclusion of a Council of Ministers meeting held on Wednesday.