At a forum in Oxford, The Deputy speaker of the National Assembly of the Gambia defended the Gambia Constitution noting that it enshrines gender equality as a fundamental right with Section 28 specifically prohibiting discrimination based on gender.
He emphasized The Gambia’s strong commitment to gender equality, citing efforts undertaken since independence and under the current leadership of President Adama Barrow to create a just and equitable society. He outlined these efforts from constitutional, parliamentary, policy, and international perspectives.
Hon. Seedy SK Njie, Deputy Speaker was addressing a workshop on “Constitutionalising Rights in the 21st Century – A Comparative Workshop for Constitution Makers, Gender Perspectives in The Gambia.” The workshop was held in Oxford from June 19th to 21st, 2024.
He added that Other provisions reinforce this principle of Gender Equality while directive principles of state policy call for the eradication of all forms of discrimination and the prohibition of harmful cultural practices.
Hon Njie pledged the government and National Assembly’s continued efforts to strengthen constitutional frameworks and ensure gender equality becomes a reality for all Gambians. He emphasized the importance of ongoing dialogue, international cooperation, and sustained political will in achieving this goal.
