While we commend the efforts of the Saint-Etienne National Police in being proactive to apprehend the suspected perpetrators, we equally call for an unbiased investigation into the offence and for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
Furthermore, we call on The Gambia Government to condemn such atrocities and to ensure that the perpetrators of this barbaric crime face the full force of the law.
As stipulated in Article 6 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, everyone is entitled to the protection of their basic human rights regardless of where they are. We therefore urge the competent authorities to account for the violation of Yusupha York’s rights, especially his right to life.
Finally, we extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved family.
June 29, 2022, Banjul – Spurred by strong local demand, oyster production in The Gambia offers economic opportunity and social benefits, especially for women, according to an analysis presented today to experts and stakeholders, who discussed ways to reverse declining oyster stocks while improving safety and reducing the sector’s carbon footprint.
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In a significant boost to The Gambia's Security Sector Reform (SSR) process, the Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF) has successfully completed a 30-month project aimed at enhancing the efficiency and accountability of The Gambia Police Force (GPF).
The leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP) has affirmed that his party remains ready and committed to saving the country once more.
The UK has vowed to impose ‘‘punitive and severe sanctions’’ against human rights violations committed both in the past and present as a deterrent to people operating with impunity.
