The long arm of the law is gradually catching up with Yaya Jammeh and his accomplishes around the world. Sonko's conviction is a welcome development for the #TransitionalJusticeProcess in the #Gambia
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Here is a detailed summary of the Ousman Sonko Verdict for a deeper grasp of the details of his sentencing in Switzerland. #SSF #Sonko #Justice #Gambia

Press Statement on the ongoing Trial of former Interior Minister, Ousman Sonko.
The VC in collaboration with the victim-led organizations and journalists in and outside the Gambia will give weekly updates on the trial A.N.E.K.E.D, Women's Association 4 Women & Victims' Empowerment, Women In Liberation and Leadership-WILL
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1/2 The conviction of former interior minister of #Gambia Ousman Sonko for crimes against humanity by a Switzerland court today is a victory against impunity.

BREAKING: Ousman Sonko, former #Gambian Interior Minister under Yahya Jammeh, has been sentenced by the #Swiss Federal Criminal Court to 20 years in prison for #crimesagainsthumanity .

Source: TRIAL International

Victory for Ex-President Jammeh Victims!

Cherno Marenah, Deputy Gambian Ambassador to Switzerland and Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Geneva has granted an interview to both local and international media following the sentencing of former Ousman

🚨 Justice has been served! Ousman Sonko, former Gambian Interior Minister under Yahya Jammeh, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by the Swiss Federal Criminal Court for crimes against humanity. This is a significant step towards accountability and justice for the victims.

Ex-Gambian Minister Ousman Sonko Sentenced to 20 Years for Crimes Against Humanity in Switzerland

PRESS RELEASE: FEDERAL CRIMINAL COURT FINDS MINISTER OF INTERIOR, MR. OUSMAN SONKO GUILTY OF CRIMES AGAINST HUMANITY

Today, Ousman Sonko, a former Gambian Minister of Interior, was convicted by the Swiss Federal Criminal Court (FCC) for crimes against humanity. The FCC found him guilty of multiple offenses dating back to 2000 under ex-President Yahya Jammeh's rule.

As we anticipate the verdict for Ousman Sonko, we send our love, hugs and prayers to all the victims community and their families.
We'll keep you all updated after the verdict has been received.
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#VictimsDeserveBetter

PRESS RELEASE: Statement on the April 10th and 11th Student Demonstrations.

As we celebrate Eid today, we also remember the victims and survivors of the April 10/11 2000 Student Massacre.

Here is a joint statement from CSOs, VLOs and Individuals in commemoration of the day after 24 years.

24 years is not 24 minutes or, hours or days or months. The victims of April 10 and 11 deserve better and definitely reparations are long overdue. Let's continue to celebrate the resilience of our students who made a mark on our history for generations to come.
#April10 &11

Come by the Victim Center for a tour of our exhibition of victims portraits and hear stories of their bravery.
#Victimstoriesmatter
#JusticeForAll
#ReparationsNow
A.N.E.K.E.D
Women's Association 4 Women & Victims' Empowerment
Solo Sandeng Foundation.

Abdoulie Dot Faal, husband to Awa Njie was one of the soldiers executed on November 11, 1994. She has fun memories of him as a loving, caring and a very present husband.
Did you know that 'Dot' came about as a result of his small build as a person? She smiles as she tells me