NHRC Urges Political Leaders to Desist From Divisive Utterances
By Omar Bah The Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Emmanuel Joof, has urged political leaders to refrain from making divisive statements and instead focus on fostering national unity. During a training session on hate speech organized by the NHRC for representatives from the Independent Electoral Commission and the Inter-party Committee, Chairman Joof
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
One Gambia, One People: The Imperative of Love and Unity
By Andrew SYLVA The Republic of The Gambia, a small West African nation, is often called “The Smiling Coast of Africa” due to its welcoming and hospitable nature. Despite its diverse ethnic composition, The Gambia has historically been a beacon of peace and stability in a region often marked and marred by conflicts. However, like