A key transparency list just moved one step closer to public view after The Gambia’s Information Commission wrapped up designations across dozens of public bodies.
Access to Information Act compliance
Access to Information Act compliance
- The Information Commission compiled names of Information Officers and Deputy Information Officers from forty-nine public bodies.
- The consolidated list went to the Ministry of Justice for official Gazette publication.
- Designated officers act as main contact points for processing public information requests inside their institutions.
- The publication aims to cut barriers and make the right people easy to reach across government agencies.
- List awaits administrative finish before appearing in the Gazette in due course.
- Remaining Ministries, Departments, and Agencies received a push to name their officers without delay.
- Timely designations keep the Access to Information Act 2021 running smoothly for citizens.
- The Commission vows continued work with institutions to build openness and accountability in public administration.
