Gambian citizens, led by many youths, protested on July 8 against a bill favoring judicial officers’ remuneration, demanding its withdrawal and fair resource allocation for all.
The Gambia Bar Association urges calm and careful consideration of the Judicial Remuneration Bill, clarifying it aims to establish a structured framework for judicial compensation, not increase salaries, to enhance judicial efficiency and integrity.
The ICJ has authorized seven countries, including the UK and Germany, to intervene in the Myanmar genocide case against Gambia, reflecting heightened international involvement in interpreting the Genocide Convention.
Since 2017, The Gambia’s FDI inflows surged from $18 million to $249 million in 2021, driven by strategic reforms and increased investor confidence in manufacturing, agriculture, and real estate sectors.