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.
Currently, the Independent Electoral Commission has approved 22 political parties for registration, while more than three additional political movements are still awaiting approval. These pending applications could still influence the country’s political dynamics, especially as the election period draws closer and alliances continue to take shape
A baby died following an alleged FGM procedure, but the High Court acquitted all three women accused of carrying out or facilitating the act, after finding that the prosecution did not present sufficient evidence to sustain the case.
An in-depth look at the experience, mandate, and significance of The Gambia’s first Special Prosecutor
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