Parliament maintained a ban on female genital mutilation, but the practice was still prevalent. Child trafficking for sexual exploitation and children working in the streets remained a concern. Rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly continued to be severely restricted. More than a quarter of the population were food insecure. Progress was made on accountability for crimes committed under former president Yahya Jammeh.
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