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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 73198, member: 636"] PASTEF The Gambia marked Universal Children's Day by demanding stronger protections against exploiting minors during election campaigns, warning that young Gambians face manipulation as the 2026 vote approaches. The political movement praised existing legal frameworks like the Children's Act while insisting that authorities must establish explicit regulations preventing parties from recruiting underage supporters for rallies and mobilization drives. The commemoration honored UN declarations that recognize fundamental youth protections, which The Gambia formally endorsed decades ago through international treaty ratification. PASTEF representatives stressed that political organizations must adopt ethical boundaries safeguarding vulnerable populations from undue influence as competitive campaigning intensifies across the nation. [/QUOTE]