Gambia's parliament has decisively voted against a bill that sought to repeal the country's ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), a practice that has been illegal since 2015. The move came after intense public debate and pressure from religious groups who wanted the ban lifted.
Despite these efforts, lawmakers sided with human rights advocates and medical experts, maintaining the prohibition on FGM, which is widely condemned internationally for its harmful effects on women and girls.
The decision underscores Gambia's commitment to upholding women's rights and health, marking a significant victory for anti-FGM campaigners in the predominantly Muslim nation.
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