Testimony before a Gambian truth commission linking former president Yahya Jammeh to numerous grave crimes during his 22 years in office should be followed by criminal accountability, Human Rights Watch said today with the release of a video, “Truth and Justice in Gambia.” On May 27, 2021, the Gambia Truth,[Read More…]
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Africa Liberation Day: No Bank Holiday For Gambia
Contrary to rumours the the Government of the Gambia has issued a statement to informed the public that Tuesday 25th May 2021 is NOT a Public Holiday. It should be noted that 25th May is recognised as Africa Liberation Day in recognition of the struggles of the founding fathers to[Read More…]
Madi Jobarteh:Gambia’s 2021 Budget Is More Of The Same
Once again, the Barrow Administration has provided budget estimates for 2021 only to reflect more of the same. This draft budget is not only irrelevant to the rights and needs of the people rather it is only intended to promote selfish political objectives hence pillage public wealth and entrench poverty.[Read More…]