Joseph Colley
GambiapoliticianMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Joseph Colley serves as the Vice Chairman of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) in The Gambia, where he plays a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and transparency of the electoral process. He has been a strong advocate for institutional planning and has emphasized the importance of strategic initiatives in enhancing the IEC's operational readiness for upcoming elections. His leadership is crucial in fostering public trust in democratic processes and reinforcing electoral integrity.
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Mr Joseph Colley, the president of the Independent Electoral Commission (CIE), reaffirmed the commission's commitment to organizing free, transparent, and inclusive elections.
Plus de 1600 réclamations déposées devant la Commission Electorale Indépendante (CIE), selon Mr NjieGambia· 2026-08-10
Joseph Colley is the Chairperson of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) and has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to conducting free and fair elections.
IEC received 1,600 objections in voter registration – NjieGambia· 2026-08-07Joseph Colley is the IEC Chairman who announced the deletion of names of voters with multiple registrations.
IEC deletes names of over 14,000 voters for multiple registrations in 2026Gambia· 2026-07-03IEC Chairman Joseph Colley underscored the crucial role stakeholders play in safeguarding electoral integrity.
Gambia stands at crossroads as Senegal battles whirling HIV issueGambia· 2026-03-03
Mr Joseph Colley, the president of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI), announced that the presidential election in Gambia will take place on December 5, 2026.
L’élection présidentielle de 2026 aura lieu le 5 Décembre, selon le président de la Commission Electorale Indépendante (CEI)Gambia· 2025-10-13IEC Chairperson Joseph Colley was reminded that his appointment is a national call to duty.
Barrow urges integrity and service as new foreign minister, IEC leaders sworn inGambia· 2025-08-01
Joseph Colley, Vice Chairman of the IEC emphasized the importance of institutional planning in ensuring credible and transparent elections.
IEC launches validation workshop for Strategic Plan 2025–2029Gambia· 2025-06-26