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The Gambia’s transitional justice journey has been a cornerstone in the extensive human rights violations committed during the 22-year rule of Yahya Jammeh, which was marked by widespread human rights violations. Mr Jammeh’s 2 decades rule has catalysed an ongoing transitional justice process aimed at addressing past atrocities and ensuring accountability. Despite notable strides, challenges remain in fully implementing the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission (TRRC) recommendations. Sustained political will, international support and civil society engagement remain vital for consolidating gains and achieving lasting peace and justice in The Gambia, according to justice advocates. Mariam J. Ceesay - Women Association for Victims Empowerment (WAVE) Staff in her presentation during a capacity building workshop for members of The Gambia Federationof the Disabled (GFD) held from 8 to 10 November 2024 stated that Yaya Jammeh’s regime was marked by atrocities, including extra ...

On 26 October 2024: a one-day workshop was convened by The Gambia Federation of the Disabled (GFD) to update persons with disabilities on the process of TRRC recommendations, via a popularisation programme, in collaboration with the Women Association for Victims Empowerment (WAVE). The event was held at the Gambia Organisation of the Visually Impaired (GOVI) Resource Centre in Kanifing and was attended by members of the Disabled Peoples’ Organisations affiliated to GFD. The delegates at the workshop were informed about the ongoing TRRC recommendations implementation process, a brief history and it's purpose. During the opening briefing it was revealed that a number of financial and technical resource issues is hindering the implementation of the TRRC recommendations. The workshop also informed the delegates present of the progress made so far, including informing the delegates the Ministry of Justice had set up a dedicated team to oversee the popularisation programme and to monit...