Dawda Jallow

Dawda Jallow is the Justice Minister and Attorney General of The Gambia. He is newsworthy because he is leading The Gambia's case against Myanmar at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Myanmar of committing genocide against the Rohingya people. The Gambia brought the case as a third-party rights defender, marking the first time a country has taken another to the ICJ on this basis. Recent developments include Myanmar beginning its defense at the ICJ, denying the genocide allegations and claiming The Gambia has not provided sufficient proof. Jallow's role is significant as he represents The Gambia's efforts to hold Myanmar accountable for alleged human rights violations against the Rohingya minority, highlighting the potential for international legal mechanisms to address such issues.