How a Missed Diaspora Initiative Could Have Saved Over 70 AKI Children
When more than 70 Gambian children began dying from Acute Kidney Injury after ingesting contaminated medicines, parents were forced into a frantic search for dialysis care — often beyond the country’s borders. What many did not know was that a Diaspora-led haemodialysis initiative, capable of saving lives, had been years in the making but never implemented in The Gambia.
More in this news report.
NHRC Advisory Highlights Government’s Lackadaisical Approach on Diaspora Vote
A summary of the National Human Rights Commission’s advisory notes on the Elections Bill and the Draft Constitution reveals how the government has taken a lackadasical approach to progressing the rights of Gambians in the Diaspora to vote. More in this notice.
Majority Leader’s Motion Sparks Controversy in Diaspora Vote Debate
Despite multiple attempts by NAMs to reintroduce Clause 14, which mandates the registration of diaspora voters, the effort has been blocked by Deputy Speaker Hon. Seedy S. Njie and the Majority Caucus. This impasse has stalled parliamentary proceedings, preventing progress beyond seven clauses by 13:00 hrs. More in the report.
Advocates Urge NAMs to Restore Law to Register Diaspora Ahead of 2026 Presidential Election
Gambian CSO leaders urged Parliamentarians to restore the deleted Clause 14 in the Elections Bill to register Gambians living abroad to vote in the 2026 Presidential Elections. More in the report.
Ministry of Health Prioritises AfDB Grant Over Diaspora Support
The Ministry of Health issued a statement highlighting that they have prioritised a grant from the AfDB to develop and renovate health centers in Chamen Nianija after granting approval for the Diaspora Club to develop a Maternity Ward in Chamen.
More in their press release.
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