EFSCRJ Raises Issues and Concerns about the Criminal Offenses Act 2025
The Criminal Offences Act and Criminal Procedures Act, assented to by President Barrow on March 28, 2025, reform colonial-era laws in The Gambia, but provisions on sedition, publication bans, and false information raise concerns about freedom of expression and require further amendments.
The Final CSO Workshop Addresses Medical Support for Human Rights Victims
The Post-TRRC Unit held its final CSO Platform workshop, emphasizing the integration of comprehensive medical and psychological support for human rights violation victims within The Gambia’s transitional justice framework and addressing communication gaps to ensure victims access available services without fear or stigma.
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.
