Gambian parliament mulls lifting ban on female genital mutilation

Monday, 4 March 2024
The Gambia's parliament on Monday began examining a highly controversial bill on lifting a ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) in force since 2015. The issue has divided Gambians for months, and a few dozen demonstrators gathered outside and inside the parliament seeking the lifting of the ban. But a number of civil society groups are urging the government to stand firm.

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Gambian MPs advance bill lifting ban on female genital mutilation

Demonstrators for and against female genital mutilation (FGM) gather outside The Gambia's National Assembly building as lawmakers vote to advance to the next parliamentary stage a highly controversial..

Credit: AFP English Duration: 03:25Published on March 19, 2024