Raphaël Brigandi
GambiapoliticianMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Raphaël Brigandi serves as the Deputy Head of the EU Delegation to The Gambia, where he underscores the significance of effective communication in policymaking. He commended the National Assembly’s efforts towards transparency and alignment with democratic values, reflecting the EU's commitment to supporting these initiatives.
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Raphaël Brigandi warned that the country’s coastline could be exploited by transnational criminal networks involved in drug trafficking and irregular migration.
EU, UNODC strengthen Gambia’s fight against maritime crimeGambia· 2026-08-06
Raphaël Brigandi highlighted the shared security threat regarding The Gambia’s coastline and its vulnerability to criminal activity.
Gov’t, UN partner to strengthen maritime legal frameworks, counter transnational crimeGambia· 2026-08-03Raphael Brigandi made remarks about the impacts of transnational organised crime on human rights.
Transnational organised crime continues to endanger peace, governance – EU officialGambia· 2026-01-28
Mr. Raphaël Brigandi described the draft constitutional amendment bill as a significant development in the country’s democratic process, noting its focus on women’s representation.
NA concludes review of draft Constitution amendment Bill on reserved seats for womenGambia· 2026-01-26
Raphaël Brigandi, EU Deputy Head of Mission Ambassador to The Gambia, reinforced EU’s commitment to supporting inclusive governance and democracy.
International IDEA trains NAMs & staff on inclusion, diversity mgmtGambia· 2025-07-17
Raphaël Brigandi, Deputy Head of Mission at the European Union Delegation to The Gambia, also highlighted that effective project delivery requires more than technical competence.
IDEA trains NHRC staff on project managementGambia· 2025-07-15
Depuy Ambassador of the European Union, Raphael Brigandi, expressed delight to be part of the groundbreaking ceremony of new model police stations.
Foundation for 5 new model state-of-the-art police stations laidGambia· 2025-07-07
H.E. Raphael Brigandi, Deputy Head of Mission of the EU Delegation to The Gambia, described the town hall as a platform for mutual accountability.
NHRC hosts town hall discourse for citizens on national reformsGambia· 2025-05-27
Raphael Brigandi commended Gambia’s Joint Airport Interdiction Task Force for its impressive achievement of seizing 200 kg of drugs since 2020.
DG Ceesay vows to make airport strictly off-limits for drug traffickersGambia· 2025-03-28
Raphaël Brigandi reinforced the message that effective communication is the heartbeat of policymaking.
National Assembly staff undergo communication skills trainingGambia· 2025-02-21