Different election petitions are heard by different courts in The Gambia, depending on the office being contested. This explainer outlines which court has jurisdiction over each type of election petition and the procedures that must be followed in bringing and determining those cases.
Such rhetoric, especially ahead of closely contested elections, can deepen divisions and increase the risk of conflict by normalising dehumanising political language.
There is no evidence to support the claim that foreign nationals are participating in The Gambia’s electoral process. Statements of this nature risk casting doubt on the credibility of the country’s electoral system and may undermine public confidence in the integrity of elections.
As of now, The Gambia has 22 registered political parties ahead of the December elections, with numbers still evolving. If you’re interested in forming a party or simply want to understand the system, here’s everything you need to know about how to register a political party, the requirements, eligibility criteria, and other key considerations.
Malagen has flagged statements by the GDC leader as potentially harmful to public trust in key democratic institutions. Such rhetoric, especially ahead of elections, risks undermining confidence in the electoral process and increasing public tension.
Starting January 2026, key U.S. visas for Gambians student, work, tourism, exchange face restrictions. Already in the U.S.? You’re safe. Planning to go? Here’s what you need to know.
In The Gambia, voters cast their ballots with marbles. A glass marble dropped into a drum rings a bell, confirming the vote. Simple, transparent, and trusted for decades, this unique system ensures everyone can participate and has become a symbol of Gambian democracy.
Despite constitutional guarantees, Gambians living abroad cannot vote due to constituency-based registration rules. In 2025, Parliament rejected a clause enabling diaspora voting, and practical mechanisms remain unimplemented even though diaspora remittances make up over 30% of GDP. The debate over overseas enfranchisement continues.
They left for the oil-rich Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with giggles and big dreams for their babies and sick parents. But they were brought back quietly, broke and traumatised.
Malagen flagged Mr. Touray’s statement because it has the potential to incite violence, deepen political divisions, and normalize the use of force as a tool for political gain.
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