The Gambia’s Victim Center Welcomes ECOWAS Approval of Special Tribunal in the Country
The Gambia’s Victim Center welcomes the ECOWAS Authority’s decision to establish a Special Tribunal in The Gambia that will prosecute persons deemed to have committed gross human rights violations in the country. More in the statement.
Judiciary Revises High Court Rules with Support from American Bar Association
The Judiciary of The Gambia, in partnership with the American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ABAROLI), revises High Court Rules to enhance Judicial efficiency. More in the press release.
ECOWAS Approves the Establishment of Special Tribunal for The Gambia
At the 66th Ordinary Session of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government held in Abuja, Nigeria, on 15 December 2024, a landmark decision was made to establish the Special Tribunal for The Gambia. More in the press release from the Ministry of Justice.
Gender Minister & UNDP Rep Unite to End Violence Against Women and Girls
The Minister for Gender and the UNDP Resident Representative have combined to publish this joint op-ed highlighting The Gambia's progress while urging collective action to end GBV. The publication calls on governments, civil society, and individuals to unite in creating a society where women and girls are free from violence and empowered to live their lives fully. More in the statement.
MUSIGAM Elects Executive at End of Nov 2024 Congress
MUSIGAM conducted a congress at the end of November 2024, which was attended by renowned Gambian Artistes and culminated with the election of an eight member Executive. More in the entertainment press release from MUSIGAM.
NHRC Issues Communique Recommending Changes to 2024 Draft Constitution
The National Human Rights Commission issued a Communique on their recently concluded convergence on the 2024 Draft Constitution with some 100 stakeholders recommending changes to be included by the National Assembly. More in the publication.
EFSCRJ marks International Human Rights Day 2024 with a Call to Action!
The Edward Francis Small Center for Rights and Justice issued a call for action on International Human Rights Day 2024. More in the press release.
EFSCRJ Calls for the Establishment of the Anti-Corruption Commission
This is a press release issued by the Edward Francis Small Center for Rights and Justice on International Day for Anti-Corruption urging the Gambia Government to establish an Anti-Corruption Commission. More in the statement.
Speaker Rules Finance Minister Apologises for Delayed 2025 Budget
This is the ruling of the Speaker of the Sixth Legislature, Hon Fabakary Tombong Jatta, delivered on 15th November 2024 at the Gambia’s National Assembly in Banjul on the laying of the 2025 Budget.
WADEMOS Condemns Gambia’s Application of Draconian Media Laws
The West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network (WADEMOS) issued a statement condemning The Gambia Government’s use of Draconian Media Laws against Journalists.

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