Anti-Corruption Commission

Gambia Anti-Corruption Commission

GACC

63/100

Summary

The Gambia Anti-Corruption Commission was reconstituted under the Anti-Corruption Act 2021, replacing the earlier Anti-Corruption Act 2012 which had been criticised as inadequate. The 2021 Act strengthened enforcement powers, asset declaration requirements, and investigative capacity.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 63/100 (good)
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentExecutive appointment
Term length5 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Anti-Corruption Act 2021
Citation
Anti-Corruption Act 2021 (The Gambia)
Full text
Full text of law →

Jurisdiction scope

Investigates and prosecutes corruption offences; manages asset declarations of public officials; undertakes corruption prevention and education.

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