President Barrow vows to punish boat owners smuggling Gambian youths to Europe
In response to the increase in young migration amidst economic hardships, President Barrow intends to introduce a strict measure imposing lengthy jail terms, including life imprisonment, for anyone who transport Gambian adolescents through the treacherous backway to Europe.
GRA established a website to protect Gambia against corruption
The Deputy Commissioner General of the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) has emphasized the importance of the website’s innovative features, which include staff ID verification, tax calculators, resource centers, accessible tools, and FAQs. The website was created by the Gambian company Forté Innovations and is part of the GRA’s ongoing efforts to combat corruption.
Global Criminal Justice Office commends Gambia’s transitional justice process
The Gambia’s commitment to transitional justice is commended by Beth Van Schaack, Ambassador-at-Large for the Global Criminal Justice Office, who praises the country for passing the Victims’ Reparations Act and Ban from Public Office Bill and highlighting their importance in addressing past abuses and repression.
