Gambia political news

Here are some recent political news from The Gambia:

Latest Developments:

  1. President Adama Barrow's Re-Election Bid: President Adama Barrow has announced his intention to seek re-election in the 2021 presidential election. He has been in power since 2017, when he defeated long-ruling President Yahya Jammeh in a presidential election.
  2. Opposition Parties Unite: Several opposition parties in The Gambia have formed an alliance to challenge President Barrow's re-election bid. The coalition, known as the United Democratic Party (UDP), includes the People's Democratic Organisation for Independence and Socialism (PDOIS), the National Reconciliation Party (NRP), and the Gambia Moral Congress (GMC).
  3. Election Commission Reform: The Gambia's electoral commission, the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), has been criticized for its handling of previous elections. In response, the government has announced plans to reform the commission and improve the electoral process.
  4. Human Rights Concerns: The Gambia has faced criticism for its human rights record, particularly with regards to freedom of speech and assembly. The government has been accused of cracking down on opposition activists and journalists.

Recent News Articles:

  1. Gambia's President Barrow to Seek Re-Election (The Guardian, March 2021)
  2. Gambia's Opposition Parties Unite to Challenge President Barrow (Reuters, February 2021)
  3. Gambia's Electoral Commission to be Reformed (The Point, January 2021)
  4. Gambia's Human Rights Record Under Scrutiny (Human Rights Watch, December 2020)

Political Parties:

  1. United Democratic Party (UDP): The UDP is a major opposition party in The Gambia, led by Ousainou Darboe. The party has been critical of President Barrow's government and has called for democratic reforms.
  2. People's Democratic Organisation for Independence and Socialism (PDOIS): The PDOIS is another major opposition party in The Gambia, led by Halifa Sallah. The party has been a vocal critic of President Barrow's government and has called for greater transparency and accountability.
  3. National Reconciliation Party (NRP): The NRP is a smaller opposition party in The Gambia, led by Hamat Bah. The party has been critical of President Barrow's government and has called for greater economic development and job creation.

Government Officials:

  1. President Adama Barrow: President Barrow has been in power since 2017 and has been criticized for his handling of the economy and human rights issues.
  2. Vice President Badara Joof: Vice President Joof has been a key advisor to President Barrow and has been involved in several high-profile diplomatic missions.
  3. Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Mamadou Tangara: Minister Tangara has been a key figure in The Gambia's diplomatic efforts, particularly with regards to the country's relations with the European Union and the United States.

I hope this information is helpful!