Story: The article examines the growing resistance among Gambian mothers against legislative efforts to repeal the 2015 ban on female genital mutilation (FGM). It features personal testimonies from women like Fatou and Sarata, who have endured the painful consequences of FGM and are determined to protect their daughters from the same fate. Despite the government's support for the ban, the proposed repeal has sparked nationwide protests and legal challenges.
Published in: October 26, 2025