Police in the Gambia have opened an investigation into the false imprisonment and mistreatment of suspected burglars by several individuals in the Greater Banjul Area. Over the past weeks, some Gambians have been posting videos on Facebook showing people suspected burglars being tied up and beaten. “This acts of mob[Read More…]
Human Rights
Gambia’s Truth Commission Uncovered Jammeh’s Alleged Crimes
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…]
Madi Jobarteh Reveals Positive Covid-19 Test
Activist Madi Jobarteh, has become the latest high profile Gambian to test positive for coronavirus. Mr Jobarteh revealed the positive test on Monday evening. In a Facebook message to his followers, the prominent activist wrote: “I’ve just tested positive for Covid-19. I am under self quarantine and seeking your best[Read More…]