By WANEP Dakar, Senegal, November 23, 2023 — The West African Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP), in collaboration with the Directorate of Early Warning and the Division of facilitation of mediation by the Economic Community of African States West (ECOWAS), as well as the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), is pleased to announce the launch of the regional project “Monitoring, Analysis and Mitigation of Electoral Violence” (EMAM). The day was marked by the official inaugural ceremony of the project, where the E-MAM project was revealed in its full scope. The ceremony was honoured by the distinguished…
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The Gambia and the EU signed a new Budget Support programme of 2,93 billion dalasi to support key reforms and social service delivery By the European Union Delegation to The Republic of The Gambia On the 20th of November 2023, The Republic of the Gambia and the EU signed a new Financing Agreement for the implementation of the 4th State and Resilience Building Contract for The Gambia. The total funding of the European Union to the Financing Agreement is 40 Euro million, i.e. over 2,93 billion dalasi, comprised of 36 Euro million – to be disbursed during the fiscal years…
BANJUL, November 20, 2023 – The World Bank board today approved $60 million in financing from the International Development Association (IDA) to support the Government of The Gambia’s efforts to unlock its productive potential, strengthen procurement, economic governance of SOEs and domestic revenue mobilization, and strengthen climate and social resilience. “The Gambia is on a good growth trajectory despite the external shocks of recent years, but structural bottlenecks remain. To unlock its growth potential and improve the living conditions of vulnerable populations, it is essential for The Gambia to pursue and accelerate transformational reforms,” said Wilfried A. Kouame, World Bank…
By Patience Loum German Federal Prosecutors have called for the German court to slam former “Jungler” Bai Lowe with a life sentence for his alleged involvement in murders and attempted murder during the 22-year dictatorial regime of former President Yahya Jammeh. The hearing into Bai Lowe’s court case started in April 2022 and is expected to conclude in early December 2023. During the most recent hearing on 16th November 2023, German Federal Prosecutors issued the declaration for Bai Lowe’s life imprisonment at a Celle Court in Germany. The trial will follow up on the 24th of November 2023, during which the…
This is the speech read out by the Minister of Finance, Hon Seedy Keita, on 17th November 2023 at the National Assembly when laying the Audited Financial Statement of the Government of The Gambia for the Year ended 31st December 2020. Below is the statement read out in Parliament. Introduction Honourable Speaker, I am pleased to lay before this august National Assembly the audited Financial Statements of the Government of The Gambia for the Financial Year ended 31st December 2020. The Financial Statements consist of accounts that are under the control of the Accountant General’s Department and do not include full…
By the Gambia Press Union (Banjul, The Gambia, 15 Nov., 2023) – The Gambia Press Union (GPU) is calling on the Gambia Police Force (GPF) to drop all charges against Madi Jobarteh, one of the country’s leading human rights activists. Madi is charged with “seditious intention”, “false publication and broadcasting”, and “incitement to violence” following his arrest, detention and subsequent release on police bail last month. The charges are believed to have stemmed from unspecified social media comments he made last month in reaction to the arbitrary arrests and detention of an online media talk show host whose rights were…
By Arret Jatta The Leadership of the National Youth Parliament (NYP) presented resolutions compiled during their ninth ordinary session held from 30th to 31st October 2023. Speaking to the media on Wednesday 7th November 2023, Speaker of the NYP, Hon Omar Cham called on the government to reintroduce the Draft Constitution and prioritize key legal and governance reforms to solidify the harnessing of the gains of the transitional justice process. According to the young representatives, the government should amend the 1997 Constitution to introduce a quota system aimed at enhancing women’s participation in leadership and governance, promoting gender equity and…
By Baboucarr Nyang, As the Gambia navigates the complexities of governance and strives for accurate, up-to-date information, I wish to draw the attention of the Gambians to the critical need for a comprehensive census in Gambia. Census data is the cornerstone of informed decision-making, allowing policymakers to allocate resources effectively, implement targeted development programs, and address the evolving needs of our population. The last census in The Gambia was conducted 10 years ago, and in the face of changing demographics, economic dynamics, and societal trends, an updated and thorough census has become imperative. Accurate population statistics are fundamental for planning…
Press Statement by the Gambia Center for Victims of Human Rights Violations. Today Saturday 11th November 2023, marks the 29th anniversary of 11th November 1994, the day the Armed Forces Provisional Ruling Council (AFPRC) Junta ordered the unlawful execution of some soldiers who were accused of attempting to overthrow the Government. In the same vein, there were several arrests, tortures, detention and subsequent charges and convictions. This unfortunate incident has impacted both direct and indirect victims with so many challenges such as psychological trauma, loss of property, unlawful dismissal, health complications and so on. For more than two decades, victims of…
CALL FOR URGENT GOVERNMENT ACTION TO ADDRESS IRREGULAR MIGRATION By the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), published on 10th November 2023 The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is greatly saddened by reports of countless young Gambians losing their lives at the high seas or missing boats full of young Gambians in their attempts to reach Europe in search of ‘greener pasture’ commonly known as the ‘back way’. We extend our sincere condolences to the families of those who have lost family members in this unfortunate venture. The recent surge in the number of young people embarking on this perilous and…