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WAVE Hosts Comprehensive Expressive Art Therapy Session for Women of Human Rights Violations
WAVE with support from NED held a Comprehensive, Expressive Art Theraphy Session for Women of Human Rights Violations in Sare Malang and Brikama Bah. The engagement provided mental health and psychosocial support to victims under Yahya Jammeh's regime.
WAVE and ICTJ Engage Sare Malang Community on Human Rights, Justice & Accountability
Over the weekend of 22nd November 2024, WAVE in collaboration with ICTJ engaged some 150 community members from Sare Malang in the Central River Region on Human Rights, Justice and Accountability through various community engagements including a video exhibitions and public discussions.
Protest for the Return of 2020 Draft Constitution: Two-Term Limit
The 2024 Draft Constitution is scheduled for a return to the National Assembly but protesters gathered outside Parliament earlier this month were calling for a return of the 2020 Draft Constitution. One protestor Musa Nyang is demanding for the two term limits to be respected by President Adama Barrow.
2020 Draft Constitution Protestor says "the Youths are Not Happy"
In the same month when the 2024 Draft Constitution is scheduled to return to Parliament, protestors marched to the National Assembly to demand for a return of the 2020 Draft Constitution. One of the protestors King of Rhyme is calling for regime change and the lack of development since President Adama Barrow's government took over from former President Jammeh.
Lawyer Assan Martin: Public confidence is not with the 2024 Draft Constitution
In the same month when the Minister for Justice will table the 2024 Draft Constitution protesters assembled outside Parliament to call for the return of the 2020 Draft Constitution. Lawyer Assan Martin shares his perspective on how Parliamentarians should deal with the 2024 Draft Constitution.
Access to Information Commission Commemorates ATI Day
The Gambia's newly established Access to Information Commission commemorated International ATI Day with stakeholders as one of it's maiden activities. The event occurred on 22nd of October 2024 at the Paradise Suites Hotel and featured Government and non Governmental Stakeholders.
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COAD Diaspora Chair Speaks on Engaging Authorities on Increased Violence in The Gambia
Our reporters held an exclusive interview with the Chairperson of the Council of African Descendants Diaspora group, who spoke to us about their efforts to engage the authorities after two of their affiliates were killed in The Gambia within a space of six months.
COAD Diaspora Vice Laments Increased Violence in The Gambia
Our reporters held an exclusive interview with the Vice Chairperson of the Council of African Descendants Diaspora group, who highlighted concerns after two of their affiliates were killed in The Gambia within a space of six months.
What Does National Interest Mean to Gambians? - Pt 2
Askanwi Media explores what "National Interest" means to Gambians in this short four part video series. In our second video, we hear from Madi Jobarteh, Ndegen Jobe, and Imran Darboe. Voice-over by Andy Spike Kermah.
What Does National Interest Mean to Gambians? - Pt 4
Askanwi Media explores what "National Interest" means to Gambians in this short four part video series. In our fourth video, we hear from Almameh S Manga, Anna Njie, and Doudou Jah . Voice-over by Andy Spike Kermah.
What Does National Interest Mean to Gambians? - Pt 3
Askanwi Media explores what "National Interest" means to Gambians in this short four part video series. In our third video, we hear from Kexx Sanneh, Sidia Bayo, and Sal Taal. Voice-over by Killa Ace.
What Does National Interest Mean to Gambians? - Pt 1
Askanwi Media explores what "National Interest" means to Gambians in this short four part video series. In our first video, we hear from Sait Matty Jaw, Rohey Bittaye, and Abdoulie Fatty. Voice-over by Ali 'Killa Ace' Cham.
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Remembering Reuel Foundation Disability Awareness Walk - Short
The Remembering Reuel Foundation held a disability awareness walk on Tuesday 9th July 2024 attended by students, parents, teachers and the authorities. Here is a short three minute video on the walk which ended with a race.
Remembering Reuel Foundation Disability Awareness Walk - Long
The Remembering Reuel Foundation held a disability awareness walk on Tuesday 9th July 2024 attended by students, parents, teachers and the authorities. Here is a short three minute video on the walk which ended with a race.
WFD The Gambia Director Launches Environment Project
The Country Director for Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) in The Gambia delivered a speech at the residence of the British High Commissioner highlighting the importance of their environment and democracy project, which will support various stakeholders including the National Assembly.
AKI Court Case Commences with Pre-Trail (Wollof)
The lawsuit filed by bereaved parents of Acute Kidney Injury against the Government and two pharmaceutical companies commenced with pre-trial today 8th October 2024. It was confirmed that all parties to the case have been duly served, and Justice Jaiteh is expected to deliver a ruling on the defence's motion to dismiss the case on 15th October 2024.
Chair of Parliament's Environment Committee Welcomes WFD's Environment and Democracy Project
During the launch of Westminster Foundation for Democracy's Environment and Democracy Project, the Chair of Parliament's Committee on Environment highlighted that the impact of climate change are already been felt globally.
British High Commissioner Welcomes Guests at WFD Environment Project Launch
The British High Commissioner H.E. Harriet King delivered a welcome note highlighting the global climate challenges and proffered some recommendations to address them during her welcome note at the launch of the Westminster Foundation for Democracy's Environment Project at her residence.
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Is PASTEF The Gambia a Copy of PASTEF Senegal?
During the press conference by PASTEF The Gambia last week, journalists asked their representative is their choice of name is a copy-paste from PASTEF Senegal.
PASTEF The Gambia Press Statement
PASTEF The Gambia issued a press statement on 29th September 2024 delivered by Press Secretary, Momodou Jallow.
GAF Shooting Victim Speaks One Month Later (Wollof)
Last month, a shooting incident occurred in The Gambia along the Bertil Harding Highway, near 2Ray's Restaurant at a Vehicular Checkpoint mounted by soldiers of the State Battalion The shooting by an unknown soldier left Stanislas Gomez with a bullet lodged in his thigh. We speak to him one month after the shooting incident.
PASTEF The Gambia Responds to Question on Senegalese Influence
During the question and answer session of the PASTEF The Gambia press conference they responded to questions about the apparent Senegalese influence that has inspired their name.
GAF Shooting Victim Speaks One Month Later (English)
Last month, a shooting incident occurred in The Gambia along the Bertil Harding Highway, near 2Ray's Restaurant at a Vehicular Checkpoint mounted by soldiers of the State Battalion The shooting by an unknown soldier left Stanislas Gomez with a bullet lodged in his thigh. We speak to him one month after the shooting incident.
WhatsApp Hackings and How to Stop Them
WhatsApp is the most used communication application with over 2 billion users across the globe. It's also a haven for hackers who have been relentless.
This short video explores the fraudulent actions of hackers and how to stop them.
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Citizens Raise Concerns Over NAWEC Blackouts
Citizens raised concerns over blackouts and lack of water from the country’s only National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC). Commuters travelling past Brusubi Turntable took the opportunity to voice their concerns on the state of service delivery for water and electricity in the country.
Lawyer Jadama speaks on Gov Consultation on 2024 Draft Constitution
The Consultant for Civil Society Organisations TANGO on the 2024 Draft Constitution spoke to Askanwi in an exclusive interview about the Government’s consultation on 2024 Draft Constitution.
Former Jungler Michael Correa Set to Face Trial in the US? - Mandinka
ANEKED and Solo Sandeng Foundation present an introductory video to the Micheal Sang Correa Trial to take place in the United States. This is the Mandinka version.
Lawyer Jadama: Changes in Draft Constitution, Questions Mandate to Amend Draft
Lawyer Jadama highlighted some of the changes on the 2024 Draft Constitution Gazetted by the Government in August 2024. The Consultant for TANGO on the Draft Constitution questioned the government's mandate to amend the Draft Constitution.
Former Jungler Michael Correa Set to Face Trial in the US? - Wollof
ANEKED and Solo Sandeng Foundation present an introductory video to the Micheal Sang Correa Trial to take place in the United States. This is the Wollof version.
Former Jungler Michael Correa Set to Face Trial in the US?
ANEKED and Solo Sandeng Foundation present an introductory video to the Micheal Sang Correa Trial to take place in the United States. This is the English version.
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Dialogue between Security & Civil Society Organised by CRPD
Members of Civil Society and the Security Sector met on 7th and 8th August to discuss the theme "Deepening Citizen Engagement in Security Sector Reforms and Governance in Transitioning The Gambia" featuring series of panel discussions.
Afrobarometer Aug 2024 Presentation by Sait Matty Jaw
The results of the Afrobarometer survey published on 22nd August 2024 and presented by Lead Researcher Sait Matty Jaw highlights that more that 7 in 10 Gambians they surveyed noted their preference for a new Draft Constitution while less than 3 in 10 Gambians didn’t.
MoTIE Outlines Plans to Participate in AfCFTA Second Pilot Phase
The Ministry of Trade announced the Gambia Government’s commitment and outlined its plans to participate in the second phase of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) during a workshop with members of the media and Civil Society Organisations on 3rd September 2024.
PS Defence: "Security Sector has to Work with the CSOs"
During the keynote address on the theme, deepening our security institutions' CSO engagement delivered by Mrs Rohey Bittaye Darboe, she urged the Security Sector to work with the CSOs and the entire population.
MoTIE Engages CSOs and the Media on AfCFTA
The Ministry of Trade held a one day workshop with members of the media and Civil Society Organisations on the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) yesterday, 3rd September 2024 at the Metzy Hotel.
Exiled Gambians Attend WAVE Human Rights Festival
Exiled Gambians from Kerr Mott Ali attended a human rights festival organized by the Women’s Association for Victims Empowerment (WAVE), marking a step towards their return back to the Gambia as recommended by the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission.
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Where is the Explanatory Note on the 2024 Draft Constitution?
The Ministry of Information last week announced the government’s plan to issue an explanatory note on the Draft Constitution, which it Gazetted on 14th August 2024.
Where is the change promised to Gambians?
When Justice Minister Dawda Jallow noted that the government plans to maintain the status quo on allowing the President to make appointments without any Parliamentary Approval, Askanwi journalist questioned the Minister "where is the change promised to Gambians?"
WAVE Family Fun Day
The Women’s Association for Victims Empowerment (WAVE) started their week long Human Rights Festival with a family fun day at QCity.
Watch a video of the first day of the Human Rights Festival on our short video.
Did the Justice Minister Consult Stakeholders on 2024 Draft Constitution?
Askanwi Journalist questions Justice Minister Hon Dawda A Jallow on the consultation he said took place on the 2024 Draft Constitution Gazetted by the Government and to respond to the President's promise of a Referendum on a Draft Constitution in December 2024.
Inside the Mentality of the Junglers
This video report details how the Junglers were trained by an 'Italian Mafia' known only as Francisco Casio, who praised the Junglers for killing civilians. In this video report, we explore the mentality of the Junglers who were trained to kill with orders from the former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh.
2024 Draft Constitution: TANGO Chair Reacts to Gazette
The Chairperson of the Association of Non Governmental Organisations released a statement on the Government's decision to Gazette the 2024 Draft Constitution. Here is her reaction to the government's decision.
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AKI Chair Speaks on Law Suit Against Government & Pharmaceutical Companies
This is an exclusive interview with the Chair of the Acute Kidney Injury 66 Plus Victims group that is currently suing the government and Pharmaceutical Companies for hundreds of millions in damages after over 73 children were killed by poisonous drugs produced in India. The interview is in the local language of Wolof and was done on 24th July 2024 soon after the most recent court hearing on the AKI Law suit.
Civil Society to Review Police Bill to Replace Outdated Police Act
Assistant Police Commissioner Almameh S Manga revealed to Askanwi Media that the Police High Command is currently reviewing the Police Bill set to replace the outdated 1949 Police Act. After this, Civil Society are also scheduled to review the Bill before being tabled in Parliament. More in this video report.
FactCheck: Have Taxes Increased Under GRA in 2024?
GRA Commissioner General Yankuba Darboe claimed that his office did not observe any tax increments for the year 2024. Our reporter investigated his claims to verify if they were true or not.
Inauguration of Day care/ Madrasa at Banjul Police Line
The Office of the Coordinator of Banjul inaugurated a Day care / Madrasa inside the Banjul Police Line on 14th August 2024 with the support of Philanthropist for children resident in Banjul Police Line.
Hon Njai of Banjul Central Responds to Concerns on Draft Constitution
The National Assembly Member for Banjul Central Hon Abdoulie Njai held a Constituency Dialogue with his electorates on Friday 16th August 2024 organized by Activista the Gambia. Watch the question and response on the Draft Constitution.
The Last Cry - AKI Outbreak Poem
Spoken word poem written by David Kujabi and recited by Fatima Kebbeh for Askanwi Media. The poem is about the Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Outbreak which claimed the lives of over 73 children who ingested poisonous medicines produced in India were distributed in the country.