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Marakissa Residents Demand Justice After Violence Erupts During Police Raid

Frederic Tendeng May 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (MARAKISSA, Kombo North District, The Gambia) – A late-night raid by the Anti-Crime Unit in Marakissa Village has left the community in shock and outrage, following the violent arrest of Yahya Camara on Thursday night around 10 p.m. Reports from the village indicate that the arrest involved excessive force, resulting in injuries and property damage.

Sexual Harassment in Media – E.U, International IDEA, Gambia Press Union Combat Join Forces

Frederic Tendeng May 24, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – A recent report by the Gambia Press Union (GPU) on sexual harassment in the media industry has revealed alarming statistics: one in four media workers has heard about alleged incidents of sexual harassment in their workplaces, and one in ten reported being personally harassed.

Gambia’s National Human Rights Commission Trains Law Enforcement on Human Rights and SGBV

Frederic Tendeng May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of The Gambia has conducted a three-day training for law enforcement officials focused on human rights, humanitarian law, and the handling of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) cases. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance respect for human rights within the security sector.

Advancing Education and Human Rights: ACDHRS 79th Ordinary Session in The Gambia

Makutu Manneh May 13, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a concerted effort to advance resilient and quality education, as well as human rights across Africa, the African Centre for Democracy and Human Rights Studies (ACDHRS), in collaboration with the Open Society Foundation and the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights (ACHPR), convened its 79th ordinary session with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).

Salieu Taal Suggests Jammeh-Era Offenders May Avoid Death Penalty in International Tribunal

gambiaj May 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Gambian lawyer and former bar association president, Salieu Taal, has indicated that individuals accused of human rights violations during the Jammeh era may face long-term sentences instead of the death penalty if tried before an international tribunal.

The Gambia’s Press Freedom Journey Still Buggy and Muddy

Mamour M. Mbenga May 3, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia’s press freedom ranking has dropped by 12 places, from 46th out of 180 in 2023 to 58th out of 180 in 2024, according to the annual Reporters Without Borders (RSF) publication on World Press Freedom Day.

Transparency International Condemns Arrests of Civil Society Advocates in The Gambia

Frederic Tendeng May 3, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BERLIN) – Transparency International has expressed deep concern over the recent arrests and ongoing police harassment of civil society advocates and activists in The Gambia. The arrests followed their attempt to peacefully voice concerns about ongoing delays and alleged corruption in the Gambia Ferry Service.

Gambia- Amnesty Intl. Report Points to Mixed Progress and Persistent Challenges in Human Rights

Frederic Tendeng April 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (LONDON) – Amnesty International has released its annual report for 2023–24, highlighting a crucial moment for international law amid

Ministry of Justice Commemorates 24th Anniversary of April 2000 Student Demonstrations

Frederic Tendeng April 11, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Ministry of Justice of The Gambia joins citizens today in commemorating the 24th anniversary of the April 10 and 11, 2000 Student Demonstrations. These demonstrations left a deep scar on the nation, resulting in the loss of 15 lives, injuries to many, and immense trauma for the country.

Draft Cybercrime Bill in The Gambia Threatens Online Freedom of Expression, Warns ARTICLE 19

Frederic Tendeng March 28, 2024

Gambiaj.com – ARTICLE 19, a leading freedom of expression organization, has expressed deep concern over the potential impact of the draft cybercrime bill currently under consideration in The Gambia. According to ARTICLE 19, the Draft Bill, if enacted in its current form, could severely restrict online freedom of expression and dissent, violating international standards.

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