GIABA Leadership: Gambian economist Mam Cherno Jallow has been appointed Director-General of ECOWAS’ GIABA, taking over from Edwin W. Harris for a four-year term, as West Africa pushes harder against money laundering and terrorist financing. ECOWAS Commission Transition: Senegal’s Gen. Birame Diop officially becomes President of the ECOWAS Commission, succeeding Gambia’s Dr Omar Alieu Touray, with a renewed focus on integration and regional peace and security. Gambia Justice & Accountability: Special Prosecutor Martin Hackett says his office will pursue prosecutions for victims of enforced disappearances with “do no harm” principles, while human rights lawyer Reed Brody warns that any political deal enabling Yahya Jammeh’s return would test Gambia’s accountability system. Elections & Peacebuilding: Religious leaders, women and youth in the West Coast Region were trained on peacebuilding and conflict prevention ahead of the 2026 elections to reduce election-related violence. National Assembly Business: Parliament resumes ordinary sessions on Monday, 7 September, with bills including cyber crime and immigration, plus debate on the 2027 budget estimates. Sports Governance: Kemo Ceesay is expected to formally assume office as GFF president on 2 September, with calls for openness and unity in Gambian football.