{"id":6696,"date":"2024-07-17T15:00:53","date_gmt":"2024-07-17T15:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/?p=6696"},"modified":"2024-07-17T15:30:01","modified_gmt":"2024-07-17T15:30:01","slug":"the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld\/","title":{"rendered":"The Gambia: Law Against Female Genital Mutilation Upheld"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In The Gambia, a small West African country, Parliament has just rejected a proposed law aimed at lifting the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), a practice prohibited since 2015. This decision follows months of intense debates and international pressures, highlighting deep-seated tensions within Gambian society on this contentious issue.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld\/#A_Passionate_Debate\" >A Passionate Debate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld\/#Arguments_in_Favor_of_FGM\" >Arguments in Favor of FGM<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld\/#Health_and_Womens_Rights_Implications\" >Health and Women&#8217;s Rights Implications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld\/#A_Deep-Seated_yet_Contested_Practice\" >A Deep-Seated yet Contested Practice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld\/#A_Victory_for_Womens_Rights\" >A Victory for Women&#8217;s Rights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/the-gambia-law-against-female-genital-mutilation-upheld\/#Adapted_from_Zack_Mwekassas_video\" >Adapted from Zack Mwekassa&#8217;s video<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Passionate_Debate\"><\/span>A Passionate Debate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tetonsmarrons.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/gambie-excision.png?fit=1640%2C924&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1640\" height=\"924\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gambia: Towards Reinstating FGM in Law<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>On July 15th, Gambian lawmakers voted against a bill that would have repealed the ban on FGM and female genital mutilation. Had it passed, Gambia would have become the first country in the world to reverse such a prohibition, potentially sparking significant international repercussions.<\/p>\n<p>The 2015 law had been praised by many women&#8217;s rights advocates and international organizations as a significant step in protecting women&#8217;s health and rights in Gambia. However, some lawmakers, like Almameh Gibba, argued that FGM is a deeply rooted cultural and religious practice in Gambian society.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\" quote-light \"><p><strong><em>Read More:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/clare-daly-a-strong-voice-in-the-european-parliament-denouncing-hypocrisy-and-inspiring-courage\/\">Clare Daly: A strong voice in the European Parliament denouncing hypocrisy and inspiring courage<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arguments_in_Favor_of_FGM\"><\/span>Arguments in Favor of FGM<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Supporters of the bill, including certain religious leaders, put forth several arguments to justify reintroducing FGM. They claim it curbs sexual desire and premarital sex, as well as adultery, thereby safeguarding family honor. They also argue that FGM is a cultural and religious tradition that must be preserved.<\/p>\n<p>However, these arguments have faced widespread criticism. In addition to being extremely painful, FGM has serious health consequences for women, including infections, bleeding, infertility, and complications during childbirth.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_and_Womens_Rights_Implications\"><\/span>Health and Women&#8217;s Rights Implications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The pain and trauma associated with FGM are well-documented. Many women who have undergone this practice report difficulties in experiencing sexual pleasure, and some suffer from chronic pain. Moreover, FGM is often performed in unsanitary conditions, increasing the risk of infections.<\/p>\n<p>The psychological impact is also severe. FGM can cause lasting trauma, affecting women&#8217;s self-confidence and relationships. Despite these risks, some continue to defend the practice in the name of tradition and religion.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\" quote-light \"><p><em><strong>Read More:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zackmwekassa.org\/en\/health-crisis-in-kenya-doctors-strike-amid-persistent-challenges\/\">Health Crisis in Kenya: Doctors Strike Amid Persistent Challenges<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Deep-Seated_yet_Contested_Practice\"><\/span>A Deep-Seated yet Contested Practice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.moussonews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-02-06-a-11.50.21_cd325490.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">FGM: A Practice with no Religious Basis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Although FGM is an ancient practice, it has no basis in major religious texts and predates the advent of major monotheistic religions. Some communities believe that FGM promotes fertility, ensures better hygiene, and makes women more attractive by removing parts considered masculine or dangerous from the female body. However, these beliefs are widely disputed by health experts and human rights advocates.<\/p>\n<p>In reality, FGM represents a form of control over women&#8217;s bodies, perpetuated by cultural and patriarchal norms. Efforts to maintain or reintroduce this practice highlight the challenge of changing deeply ingrained traditions, even when these traditions cause clear harm.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Victory_for_Womens_Rights\"><\/span>A Victory for Women&#8217;s Rights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The rejection of the bill by the Gambian Parliament is a victory for women&#8217;s rights. It demonstrates that despite pressures, there is a commitment to protect the health and well-being of women in Gambia.<\/p>\n<p>However, the struggle is far from over. It is crucial to continue raising awareness and educating communities about the dangers of FGM and to promote cultural practices that respect women&#8217;s rights. Legislators, activists, and international organizations must work together to ensure that progress made is not undone, and that all women can live without fear of mutilation and trauma.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The debate over FGM in Gambia reflects broader tensions between tradition and modernity, religion and human rights. While the Gambian Parliament has taken a significant step in maintaining the ban on FGM, the path to a society where women&#8217;s rights are fully respected remains challenging. Efforts must continue to educate and protect women, ensuring that they are not subjected to dangerous practices under the guise of tradition.<\/p>\n<p>The fight for women&#8217;s rights in Gambia serves as a poignant reminder that progress in human rights requires ongoing vigilance and commitment, not only from governments but also from communities and individuals dedicated to defending the dignity and well-being of all people.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adapted_from_Zack_Mwekassas_video\"><\/span><em>Adapted from Zack Mwekassa&#8217;s video<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"PARLEMENT GAMBIEN : INTERDICTION DE TOUCHER AUX FEMMES\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ltb_VURV7F4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In The Gambia, a small West African country, Parliament has just rejected a proposed law aimed at lifting the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), a practice prohibited since 2015.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":6693,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1475],"tags":[2125,2249,2248,2243,2250,2244,2245,2124,2246,2247],"class_list":["post-6696","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-africa","tag-culture-en","tag-excision-en","tag-female-genital-mutilation","tag-gambia","tag-islam-en","tag-law","tag-parliament","tag-tradition-en","tag-womens-health","tag-womens-rights"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v23.7 (Yoast SEO v27.5) - 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