Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Demba Ali Jawo, the Chairman of the National Centre for Victims of Human Rights Violations (the Victims’ Center) has announced his resignation. The resignation, effective since June 12, 2024, has been confirmed by the chairman himself amidst widespread speculation.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – A coalition of organizations has expressed grave concerns over the proposed repeal of sections of the Women’s (Amendment) Act of 2015, which criminalizes Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia. The coalition fears that the repeal would undermine the protection of women’s and girls’ rights and dignity.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
Gambiaj.com – (LONDON) – Amnesty International has released its annual report for 2023–24, highlighting a crucial moment for international law amid
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