The Gambia Reparations Commission has commenced the disbursement of payments to individuals affected by human rights violations that took place during the administration of former president Yahya Jammeh. This action signifies a notable advancement in the nation’s ongoing pursuit of justice, accountability, and reconciliation.
On Monday, January 12, 2026, the Commission released a statement regarding the commencement of the payment process for qualified victims of abuses that occurred between July 1994 and January 2017.
“The Commission is actively contacting eligible victims and victim groups to verify information and complete the necessary steps for disbursement,” according to the statement. Payments will be disbursed in phases, starting with individuals whose violations date back to 1994.
To facilitate the process, victims are required to present a valid form of identification, bank account or Wave mobile money details, and, when applicable, supporting documentation from the Truth, Reconciliation, and Reparations Commission (TRRC). The Commission urges victims who have not yet registered or need to update their information to do so promptly by contacting 7200044, 3434688, or via email at info@reparationsgm.com.
The Commission called upon community members, civil society organizations, and the general public to assist victims, particularly those in remote areas or with limited mobility, in completing their registration and verification processes.
