Constitution of the Republic of The Gambia 1996, as amended to 2018
Political Rights and Association
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    (1) Every person shall have the right to—

    (e) freedom of association, which shall include freedom to form and join associations and unions, including political parties and trade unions;
    … (Sec. 25)
Political Rights and Association
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    Every citizen of The Gambia of full age and capacity shall have the right, without unreasonable restrictions—
    (a) to take part in the conduct of public affairs, directly or through freely chosen representatives;
    (b) to vote and stand for elections at genuine periodic elections for public office, which elections shall be by universal and equal suffrage and be held by secret ballot;
    … (Sec. 26)
Political Rights and Association
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    (2) Women shall have the right to equal treatment with men, including equal opportunities in political, economic and social activities. (Sec. 28)
Political Rights and Association
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    (1) Every citizen of The Gambia being of eighteen years or older and of sound mind shall have the be right to vote for the purpose of elections of a President and members of the National Assembly, and shall be entitled to be registered as a voter in a National Assembly constituency for that purpose.
    (2) Every citizen of The Gambia who is a registered voter shall be entitled to vote in a referendum held in accordance with this Constitution or any other law.
    … (Sec. 39)
Political Rights and Association
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    (4) In the composition of the Government, women shall be fairly represented.
    … (Sec. 214)
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Constitution of the Republic of The Gambia 1996, as amended to 2018 (English). The constitutional review process in The Gambia is still ongoing.

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Chapter III on Citizenship.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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According to subsection 2: “The State shall pursue policies to protect the rights and freedoms of the disabled, the aged, children and other vulnerable members of society and to ensure that such persons are provided just and equitable social opportunities.”
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter V on Representation of the People.