Fisherman Essa Jobe was sentenced to 20 years in prison for raping his 14-year-old sister-in-law under coercive circumstances in Banjul. The court found him guilty based on witness testimonies and medical evidence, emphasizing the need to protect vulnerable individuals.

The Gambia's Minister of Justice, Dawda Jallow, and his adviser, Ida Persson, have discussed the country's transitional justice programme on West Coast Radio, highlighting the broader corrective measures being undertaken by the state. The programme, which includes the Truth, Reconciliation, and Reparations Commission (TRRC), is part of a strategy to address systemic challenges that have affected the nation for over two decades. Despite criticism and allegations of procedural deficiencies, the Ministry of Justice continues to prioritize legality, fairness, and procedural rigor in addressing the nation's complex historical challenges.