Despite the criminalisation of FGM in The Gambia, the deeply entrenched traditional practice continues to receive open support from some quarters, but the Gambia government is not amused by this. Some Islamic scholars, NGOs, students, among others, earlier this year openly rallied support for legislator Almamy Gibba’s bill at the[Read More…]
Human Rights
Passengers Constantly Alerted To Daylight Robberies At SK Black Market
Some criminals that have infiltrated the so-called Serekunda Black Market are now becoming more daring, taking their criminal activities into vehicles, targeting mobile phones. The Serekunda Black Market has gained notoriety as one of the places in The Gambia, where stolen mobile phones end. But it would appear some criminals[Read More…]
EFSCRJ Welcomes The Release Of Political Prisoners Amidst Betrayal Of Promise
As we welcome the release of these political prisoners, EFSCRJ wishes to remind Gambians of the betrayal of the ‘New Gambia’ Promise. The incarceration of these GALA and Team Gomsa Bopa protesters, not because they committed a crime but because of political reasons highlights the urgent need for the youth[Read More…]
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