By KEMO CHAM Months of debate in Gambia’s Parliament culminated in the rejection of a Bill to repeal a law banning female genital mutilation (FGM) in the country. The anti-FGM law, enacted under ex-president Yahya Jammeh, faced opposition from Islamic scholars who argued it impeded cultural and religious freedoms. However, public outcry and a committee of experts led to the vote of 48 to five in favor of maintaining the law.The decision was celebrated by anti-FGM campaigners and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting women and girls from harmful practices. Despite the ban, FGM remains prevalent in Gambia, sparking criticism…