𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐚.

𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐉𝐔𝐋, 𝟐𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: The Honourable Justice Veronic Wright, The Gambia’s candidate for Judge of the International Criminal Court (ICC), was on Monday 27th July 2026 presented before the African Union’s Ministerial Committee on Candidatures in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia a key step in her campaign ahead of the ICC judicial elections to be held in New York in December 2026.

The presentation was led by Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Ambassador Lang Yabou, who highlighted Justice Wright’s extensive experience and expertise in international criminal law, and the integrity and competence she brings to the role. Justice Wright is contesting under List A.

In her address, Justice Wright shared her vision for a stronger, more effective, and independent ICC, one that delivers justice for victims of the most serious international crimes while assuring a fair trial for those accused before it.

The Committee has since reported to the AU Executive Council, noting all eight African candidates presented for the ICC judicial elections.

Justice Wright’s campaign continues as she engages with States Parties to the Rome Statute in the lead-up to December’s elections.

The Gambia look forward to the support of ICC Member States for the success of her candidacy.