By: Fatou Krubally
The National Assembly has adopted the report of The Gambia’s delegation to the Fifth Ordinary Session of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) held in South Africa.
By adopting the report, the Gambian parliament has formally aligned the country with the African Union’s 2025 Theme of the Year on justice for Africans and people of African descent through reparations and the state of human rights in Africa.
The report was read to lawmakers by Hon. Suwaibu Touray, Member for Wulli, on behalf of the Head of Delegation, Hon. Alhagie Mbowe, Member for Upper Saloum. The session of the Pan-African Parliament was held in Midrand, South Africa, from 16 July to 1 August 2025.
Presenting the report, Hon. Touray thanked the Clerk to the delegation, Ms Fatou Sanyang, for what he described as a comprehensive report, and outlined the key debates and resolutions considered during the session. He told the House that the PAP sitting featured committee reports and presentations covering a wide range of continental issues, including governance, peace and security, climate change, trade justice, youth affairs, and technological development.
A central focus of the session was the African Union’s 2025 theme on reparations. Lawmakers were informed that PAP discussions described reparations not only as financial compensation, but as a broader process aimed at acknowledging historical injustices and addressing their continuing social and economic impact on Africa and people of African descent. Presentations highlighted the long-term effects of slavery and colonialism on development, access to education, health outcomes and cultural heritage.
The report also drew attention to debates on artificial intelligence and data sovereignty. PAP was told that Africa risks entering a new form of exploitation if it fails to control its data and digital infrastructure. Delegates discussed the need for a continental framework on artificial intelligence, data protection and responsible digital innovation to ensure that technological advancement serves African interests.
Other issues discussed included early warning mechanisms for conflict prevention, cooperation between the Pan-African Parliament and the African Union Peace and Security Council, youth empowerment, climate resilience, and the challenges facing African agricultural exports in global markets.
Following the presentation, the Member for Kiang West moved a motion for the adoption of the report without debate, which was seconded. A division was called, after which 11 members voted in favour, four voted against, and three abstained. The motion was carried.
The Speaker subsequently declared the report adopted, resolving that the National Assembly adopt the report of The Gambia’s delegation to the Fifth Ordinary Session of the Pan-African Parliament and its related meetings held under the African Union’s 2025 theme.
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