Nyimasata Sanneh-Bojang
First elected woman parliamentarian
1941–2015Nyimasata Sanneh-Bojang made history by winning Northern Kombo in 1982, becoming the first woman elected to the Gambian legislature. She began in nursing and teaching before entering public service and politics. Beyond parliament, she supported women’s rights and worked with GAMCOTRAP in the campaign against female genital mutilation.
01Became the first elected woman parliamentarian in 1982.
02Supported GAMCOTRAP's work against female genital mutilation.
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