Most Gambians Disapprove of NAMs’ Performance, According to a Survey
An Afrobarometer survey reveals that 65% of Gambians disapprove of National Assembly Members’ performance, citing dissatisfaction with their rejection of a pro-democracy constitution, perceived self-serving actions, and a disconnect between public sentiment and parliamentary decisions.
The Government Plans to Present a Revised Draft of the Constitution to Parliament Despite the House’s Previous Rejection
The Gambian government plans to reintroduce a revised draft constitution, previously rejected in 2021, which emphasizes democratic principles, human rights, and introduces presidential term limits, with the document to be gazetted and made publicly accessible.
Africans strongly endorse the media’s role in holding governments accountable
The Afrobarometer Pan-Africa Profile underscores widespread African support for media’s accountability role, emphasizing press freedom’s importance, while revealing disparities in media access across demographics. Most citizens endorse media’s investigative role, with varying degrees of perceived freedom across surveyed countries. Radio remains a primary news source, but digital access gaps persist, notably affecting marginalized groups.
