{"id":96388,"date":"2026-04-28T11:35:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:35:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/udp-holds-symposium-to-honour-late-solo-sandeng"},"modified":"2026-04-28T12:12:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T12:12:49","slug":"udp-holds-symposium-to-honour-late-solo-sandeng","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/udp-holds-symposium-to-honour-late-solo-sandeng","title":{"rendered":"UDP Holds Symposium to Honour Late Solo Sandeng"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Gambia. <\/strong><\/span>The United Democratic Party, civil society actors, and other stakeholders on Tuesday held a symposium in honour of the late Ebrima Solo Sandeng at Metzy Hotel, renewing demands for electoral reform and democratic accountability.<\/b><\/p>\n

The event marked Sandeng\u2019s legacy and brought together political leaders, activists, and family members to reflect on his role in The Gambia\u2019s democratic struggle and to raise concerns about governance today.<\/p>\n

Organisers opened by describing Sandeng as a symbol of courage and resistance whose sacrifice continues to drive the fight for justice, rule of law, and fundamental rights.<\/p>\n

Pa Amadou Manneh said April 14 remains a critical date in Gambia\u2019s history and remembrance must drive reflection and action.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo preserve April 14 in our national memory is not routine. It is resistance against forgetting,\u201d he said, citing concerns over police conduct, the judiciary, and media freedom. He demanded transparent, credible electoral processes and said public trust in democratic institutions must be protected.<\/p>\n

Speaking for Banjul Mayor Rohey Malick Lowe, Mr Camara called Sandeng a \u201cfearless patriot\u201d whose actions helped unite Gambians during political repression.<\/p>\n

A representative of the National Reconciliation Party (NRP) said Sandeng\u2019s death was a turning point that led to democratic change in 2016. He said governance gaps remain and citizens\u2019 rights must be upheld.<\/p>\n

Speaking for the family, Muhammed Sandeng urged reflection, especially among youth, on the country\u2019s direction ten years after 2016.<\/p>\n

\u201cTen years on, the question is: what do we really want as young people of this country?\u201d he asked, calling on citizens to take responsibility for the nation\u2019s future.<\/p>\n

Guest speaker Madi Jobarteh warned of democratic backsliding and said key April 14 demands, particularly electoral reform, remain unresolved.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is meaningless to commemorate April 14 every year if our electoral system remains weak and faulty,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Closing the event, UDP leader Ousainou Darboe said the struggle for democracy continues.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have not reached the destination,\u201d he said, calling for sustained commitment to democratic principles.<\/p>\n

Sandeng, a UDP activist, died in custody in April 2016 after arrest during a peaceful protest demanding electoral reform. His death sparked nationwide outrage and contributed to political change in The Gambia.<\/p>\n

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