Outrage as baby dies after genital mutilation in The Gambia

The death of a baby girl due to female genital mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia has sparked outrage, with two women arrested for their alleged involvement. FGM, outlawed in The Gambia since 2015, is a harmful cultural practice still prevalent in the country, with 73% of women and girls aged 15 to 49 having undergone the procedure. Despite efforts to abolish FGM, challenges persist in enforcing the law and protecting children from this harmful practice.