Gambia: Govt Launches Truth and Reconciliation Commission

Gambia has launched a truth and reconciliation commission to look into crimes committed under former President Yahya Jammeh's government, which is accused of torturing and killing perceived opponents.

The tiny West African state swore in 11 members of the new commission Monday.

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