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President Barrow and US Ambassador Discuss Progress of The Gambia’s Transitional Justice

Frederic Tendeng March 2, 2024

Gambiaj.com – President Adama Barrow recently met with US Ambassador at Large on Global Criminal Justice, Ms. Beth Van Schaack, marking their second meeting within two years. The focus of their discussion was the progress of The Gambia’s Transitional Justice Programme, specifically regarding accountability for human rights violations and reconciliation efforts.

Amnesty International Urges The Gambia to Drop Charges Against Madi Jobarteh

Frederic Tendeng February 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Amnesty International has issued a letter calling on the Gambian authorities to drop all charges against human rights defender Madi Jobarteh, highlighting concerns that the charges are politically motivated and aimed at stifling his human rights activities.

Independence Anniversary – President Barrow Highlights Gambia’s Progress and Future Goals

Awa Colley February 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – President Adama Barrow delivered a stirring speech on the occasion of The Gambia’s 59th National Day, commemorating the country’s independence on February 18, 1965. The President highlighted the significant strides made by the nation, especially during his tenure, and outlined key strategies for preserving national identity, safeguarding the state, and securing resources for sustainable development.

Gambia’s New Constitution – International Envoy Set to Team up with Government

Frederic Tendeng February 14, 2024

Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas, an International Idea Resource Person and Special Envoy of ECOWAS, visited the State House in The Gambia to kickstart a joint mission involving the United Nations and International Idea. The mission aims to collaborate with the Ministry of Justice and the National Assembly on drafting a new constitution for the country before the end of the year.

Momodou Sabally, Njogu Bah, two Janneh Commission Indictees Pardoned by President Barrow.

Frederic Tendeng January 29, 2024

Ebrima Sankareh, the spokesperson for the Gambian government, has confirmed that President Adama Barrow has commuted the ban on several individuals from holding public office following their indictment by the Janneh Commission of Enquiry on dictator Yahya Jammeh’s financial crimes.

President Barrow Pardons Dr. Bamba Banja and 36 Other Inmates

Frederic Tendeng January 20, 2024

President Adama Barrow has, on Friday, pardoned and released former Permanent Secretary Dr. Bamba Banja.

Slavery in Africa – President Adama Barrow Joins Chorus Asking for Reparations

Mustapha Jarju January 14, 2024

On the bicentenary anniversary of Janjanbureh, formerly Georgetown, a former settlement for freed slaves in The Gambia, President Adama Barrow has

Some Key Takeaways from President Barrow’s New Year Speech

Frederic Tendeng January 1, 2024

According to President Adama Barrow, The Gambia’s 2023 was the most productive year since the Corona virus in 2019, despite global

State House – Adama Barrow Receives UDP Breakaway, Momodou Sabally

Frederic Tendeng December 21, 2023

New NPP recruit, Momodou Sabally has this morning met with President Adama Barrow and his National Peoples’ Party (NPP) executive at

Zineb and Yahya Jammeh Retained on New UK, US Sanction Lists

Frederic Tendeng December 19, 2023

The United Kingdom renewed its list of sanctioned individuals on Monday, including The Gambia’s former president Yahya Jammeh, his wife Zineb Jammeh, and former National Intelligence Agency chief Yankuba Badjie.

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