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Jan 8, 2025 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
In an exclusive interview with The Point, Touma reflected on her upbringing and the values that shaped her leadership. Raised by her grandmother - a non-Gambian who instilled in her a deep sense of fairness and justice - Touma credits those lessons as the foundation of her purpose. “My grandmother taught me to always be fair and just to everyone, regardless of who they are,” she shared.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah |Sanna Camara
This means that some 840 HIV positive people are living in Banjul, based on data from the UNAIDS. Most of these infections are among young people aged between 15 and 35 years. “These regional variations highlight the importance of targeted interventions in urban areas and among key populations to reduce HIV transmission rates,” UNAIDS report states.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
It is a general occurrence that, people often encounter challenges that test their resilience. For people living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), these challenges are ever-present. In an interview with The Point, Marina Thorpe, the 30-year-old SCD patient, explained that Sickle Cell is more than just a medical condition; it is a constant physical and emotional battle.
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Oct 16, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
This three-day transformative consultation and training programme showcased the vital role of these leaders in promoting democracy and human rights.
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Aug 28, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
The event, currently underway at Bakadaji Hotel, brought together Civil Society Organizations, the media, and representatives from Police and other key stakeholders. The event also seeks to address the persistent human rights violations and explore the role of oversight bodies in safeguarding freedom of association, speech and Assembly. A key outcome of the consultation is a position paper advocating for amendments to the Public Order Act, which currently limits the right to freedom of assembly.
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Jul 24, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
Supported by the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund, UNDP, and the World Bank, the initiative was led by the Gambian Government in collaboration with the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding-The Gambia (WANEP). It seeks to critically assess the evolving dynamics of peace and conflict within the country. It is also designed to provide an updated understanding of conflict drivers and peace engines, fostering national ownership and strengthening pathways for sustained peace.
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Jul 23, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
The initiative, a forward-looking analysis was aimed at evaluating the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Banjul. Through the development of the VLR, Banjul aims to identify city priorities based on empirical data and extensive community consultations. Likewise, the forum was part of a pilot project designed to promote inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development by localising the SDGs in Banjul.
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Jul 19, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
ACDHRS in a press release lauded the National Assembly's decision to reject the Women's Amendment Bill 2023, emphasising the importance of maintaining the ban on FGM/C. The Centre called on the Gambia Government to enforce the law rigorously and hold perpetrators accountable for their actions. “FGM/C remains a grave human rights violation and a significant public health concern, warranting condemnation from all stakeholders.
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May 22, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
The confab seeks to address the critical issue of access to justice in The Gambia through the provision of effective legal aid services. The event brought together key figures from various sectors, including government officials, legal professionals, human rights advocates, and international partners.
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Mar 8, 2024 | 
thepoint.gm | Isatou Ceesay-Bah
According to Mr Ceesay, he has been observing people during his daily fieldwork and interactions and realised that there is a significant gap in the implementation of health and safety policies. Ceesay who made the remarks in an interview with The Point, added that the gap is particularly evident in their daily operations, encompassing workplaces, transportation and food handling services. He therefore highlighted the pressing need to enhance safety measures in the country.
