The Gambia’s presidential race will enter a decisive phase in November, when hopefuls must move from political declarations and coalition deals to formally securing a place on the ballot. From who can nominate a candidate to the D1m deposit and possible objections, here is what voters need to know about the nomination process ahead of the December 5 election.
In this explainer, Malagen breaks down who the appointed magistrates are, what Revising Courts do, what powers they have under the Elections Act 2025, how objections are determined and how their decisions feed into the final electoral register.
With the appointment of a special prosecutor for the tribunal, the prospect of justice is closer than ever. But as the process moves forward, how are victims being compensated, and what happens to those who have died without seeing justice?
From a courtroom career spanning continents to the highest seat in The Gambia’s Judiciary, Edi M. O. Faal’s appointment marks one of the most closely watched judicial transitions in recent years. But beyond the ceremony lies a bigger question: what does his leadership mean for the future of the country’s justice system?
From 1 August 2026, routine U.S. visa applications for Gambians and residents of The Gambia will move from Banjul to Dakar. Applicants with existing appointments should follow the embassy’s instructions, while those planning future applications should prepare to apply through the U.S. Embassy in Senegal.
The former Jungler was accused of involvement in alleged Jammeh-era killings, including cases linked to some of The Gambia’s most prominent human rights concerns. But a High Court ruling has now shifted the focus of his trial to assault allegations.
The NHRC's latest implementation tracker shows modest progress since May 2025, but most Truth Commission recommendations remain unfinished, with victims increasingly questioning whether justice, reparations and accountability will ever be delivered.
Nearly one in three people held at The Gambia's largest prison had not been convicted when the NHRC conducted its latest monitoring mission. But the figures tell only part of the story, exposing deeper challenges within the country's prisons and wider justice system.
The Supreme Court's decision on the former Auditor General's dismissal could have far-reaching implications for presidential powers, public accountability, and the independence of constitutional offices. Malagen explains the issues at the heart of the case before the ruling.
On July 6, The Gambia’s Supreme Court will decide whether the 2015 ban on female genital mutilation remains in force or is struck down, in a ruling that could reshape one of the country’s most contested legal protections for girls and women in recent years.
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