Empowering The Gambia’s Youth: A Path to Sustainable Development
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February 23, 2024
By Jainaba Sowe The Gambia, like many nations, is at a crossroads, facing the dual challenges of climate change and economic
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Report Reveals Impact of Norwegian Salmon Industry on Gambian and West African Fisheries
Frederic Tendeng
February 8, 2024
A report by environmental groups reveals that Norwegian salmon farms are using nearly 2 million tons of wild fish from the ocean each year to make fish oil for salmon feed. This practice is causing problems for West African countries like The Gambia, Senegal, and Mauritania.
Climate-Smart Farming Takes Root in the Gambia: USAID-funded Training Empowers Farmers
Awa Colley
January 31, 2024
In a bid to transform traditional farming methods into sustainable, environmentally conscious practices, 125 farmers from five communities in the West Coast region of The Gambia are undergoing training in compost making and business development.
Sustainable Fisheries – Scientists in Banjul to Discuss Influencing Public Policies
Louise Mendy
January 20, 2024
Marine scientists from Senegal, the European Union, and the Gambia were this week in Banjul for a five-day meeting to review 2022-2023 fishing activities, update on live bait situation, and discuss ecosystem approaches to fisheries management.
U.S. State Department, GI-TOC, Invite Journalists Applications on IUU Fishing and Illicit Trafficking
Frederic Tendeng
January 12, 2024
As part of a programme supported by the U.S. Department of State, the GI-TOC is coordinating a capacity building programme with
Cop28 – Encouraging Young Ecopreneurs Requires Climate Education.
Frederic Tendeng
December 14, 2023
During COP28, a discussion on fostering youth-led entrepreneurship and innovation for climate resilient communities was held. Key opportunities for youth participation included academic partnerships, impact-driven research, and policy frameworks.
ECOWAS Calls for Increased Social Protection Systems Across West Africa
Archess Jassey
November 23, 2023
Prof. Fatou SOW SARR, ECOWAS Commissioner for Human Development and Social Affair, stated that social protection is a key driver in the achievement of the ECOWAS vision 2050, which is aligned with the five pillars of the ECOWAS Community Strategic Framework: Peace, Security & Stability, Governance, Sustainable Development, and Social Inclusion.
$60 Million for The Gambia to Unlock Growth and Climate Resilience
Archess Jassey
November 22, 2023
The International Development Association (IDA) has been granted $60 million in funding by the World Bank board to assist the Government of The Gambia in realizing its full potential for productivity and strengthening its resilience to climate change.
A Dutch-flagged Boat Gone Missing After Docking in Banjul
Frederic Tendeng
November 14, 2023
After a brief stopover in Banjul, a small Dutch vessel bound for Congo has gone missing. Since October 24th, the vessel’s signal has been lost. The circumstances surrounding the disappearance are still unknown, but the families of the sailors in Herlingen, Netherlands, are co
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