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The Gambia has set up a truth and reconciliation commission following the exit of former leader, Yahya Jammeh in 2017.

The commission’s work will primarily offer some compensation to individuals who suffered torture, molestation and other crimes including killings under Mr. Jammeh’s regime.

Eleven commissioners were sworn in at a ceremony in the capital, Banjul on Monday.

Justice Minister Abubacarr Tambadou said the work of the commission is necessary since Gambians were gripped by fear during Jammeh tenure.

There have been reports of torture and summary executions during Jammeh’s two decades of rule. Victims, witnesses and perpetrators will now testify to the commission.

People are being encouraged to confess crimes committed under Yahya Jammeh. Victims will also get the opportunity to talk about the injustices they suffered during his presidency.

The government said that testifying process will start by the end of this month.

The former Gambian leader was forced into exile after refusing to peacefully give up power. He lost the 2016 presidential elections to President Adama Barrow.

Mr. Jammeh is currently in exile in Equatorial Guinea.

 

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Source: Africafeeds.com

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