In a significant move towards fighting corruption, The Gambia’s Ministry of Justice has announced its selection of a chairperson and two commissioners for the country’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). This marks a major step under the new Anti-Corruption Act, 2023, aimed at promoting transparency and public trust.
According to the Ministry’s statement released on Thursday, the appointments are not yet official. The final decision will rest with the President and the National Assembly, who must approve the selected candidates.
The selection process was thorough. A special Vetting Committee made up of government and civil society experts led the charge. After opening applications to the public in February 2025, the Ministry received 52 applications. From those, 29 were shortlisted based on strict criteria, including professional qualifications and integrity.
By April, eight standout candidates were interviewed and recommended for the final list. The Ministry made sure to include people with strong backgrounds in law, finance, and governance, and also prioritized gender representation in the process.
The Final Report has been handed over to the Cabinet for review. Once approved, the official appointments will be made public.
“The Government remains deeply committed to the fight against corruption,” the statement read. “The Anti-Corruption Commission will play a vital role in holding power to account.”
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This development brings Gambia a step closer to putting a strong anti-corruption framework into action.
