Recognizing the contagious nature of conflict led to the establishment of the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP–The Gambia), a legally registered non-profit organization established in August 2003. The organization comprises 30 network member organizations across the country, working in diverse areas such as peacebuilding, conflict resolution, human rights, governance and development. With focal points in all five regions, WANEP–The Gambia coordinates and directly implements programs and activities at national, regional and community levels. Its presence and relevance are reinforced by the growing need for proactive conflict prevention and peacebuilding initiatives as foundations for sustainable peace and development. Today, WANEP–The Gambia stands as a leading and nationally recognized peacebuilding institution in The Gambia, dedicated to promoting a culture of peace anchored in human rights, democracy, and good governance, guided by the conviction that sustainable peace is the cornerstone of justice, democratic governance, and long-term national development.
INTRODUCTION In March 2025, 24 incidents were recorded in the Monthly Conflict Census from the WANEP National Early Warning System (NEWS)1 . A cumulative fatality
INTRODUCTION In February 2025, 22 incidents were recorded in the Monthly Conflict Census from the WANEP National Early Warning System (NEWS). A cumulative fatality of
INTRODUCTION The monthly bulletin examines the current peace and security landscape in The Gambia, focusing on key thematic areas. It provides an overview of incidents
Introduction Building Inclusive Democracies: Toward Diversified Approaches to Enhancing Women’s Leadership and Political Participation in West Africa Women’s political participation in West Africa has seen
Since January 2017, following the historic change of government in The Gambia via the ballot, a new democratic dispensation is in place. The “New Gambia”
The peace and security environment of West Africa in 2020 was largely dominated by the spread and impact of COVID-19 pandemic, organised elections and political
A Ghana characterized by just and peaceful coexistence among communities where dignity of the human person is paramount and where the people can meet their basic human needs and decide their own direction.
A Ghana characterized by just and peaceful coexistence among communities where dignity of the human person is paramount and where the people can meet their basic human needs and decide their own direction.