Female genital mutilation in the Gambia is the practice of removing all or part of the female's genitalia for cultural reasons, believed by those who practice it to affect sexual purity and obedience[1] and required before marriage in some communities.[2] The Gambia is one of 28 countries in Africa where female genital mutilation (FGM) is known to be practiced.[3]
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