Thursday June 5, 2025

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Jaha Dukureh Urges The Government To Punish Anyone Who Practices FGM.

By Adama Maksuba Jaha Dukureh, a prominent advocate against female genital mutilation, has urged the Gambian government to enforce the law criminalizing FGM fully. In response to parliament’s decision to uphold the ban on female circumcision in the country, the founder of Save Hands expressed her support. FGM is punishable by up to 3 years

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The Gambian Parliament Rejects A Bill Seeking To Repeal The FGM Ban

The Gambian National Assembly rejected the Women Amendment Act 2024, causing controversy among supporters of lifting the female genital mutilation ban.

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Assembly Committee Recommends That The FGM Ban Be Maintained

Gambian lawmakers recommend maintaining the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) ahead of a vote to decriminalize it, emphasizing health risks and rights violations associated with the practice.

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Gambian-UK-based Philanthropist Launches Project To Promote Unity And Cultural Understanding Within Gambian Society

Amie Jarjue, known as the Mother Teresa of The Gambia, launched TRU Culture through her UK-based foundation, Join Hands to Save a Baby, to address social issues and promote unity, dialogue, and cultural appreciation in The Gambia.

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Gambian MPs Approved The First Code Of Conduct, A Significant Step In Promoting Professional Standards

The Gambia’s lawmakers approved a code of conduct to promote accountability, good governance, and ethical behavior among National Assembly Members, with the goal of enhancing public trust and professional standards in Parliament.

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