Country partnership launched for The Gambia
The World Bank have discussed a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for the period of 2022-2026 to support The Gambia’s development priorities. “The Gambia is at a critical juncture in…
UNDP AND UN WOMEN LAUNCH THE GENDER JUSTICE PLATFORM
The United Nations Development Programme and UN Women have launched the Gender Justice Platform to leverage their partnership on gender justice. Since 2020, UN Women and UNDP have joined together…
NATIONAL DAY – GAMBIA
The Gambia, officially the Republic of The Gambia, is the smallest country within mainland Africa and is situated on both sides of the lower reaches of the Gambia River, from…
AfCFTA COULD BOOST MARITIME TRADE IN AFRICA
UNCTAD’s newly published Review of Maritime Transport 2021 points to positive trends in maritime trade that might sustain economic growth in Africa, notably the entry into force of the African Continental Free…
GAMBIAN ECONOMY SHOWING EARLY SIGNS OF RECOVERY, BUT COVID STILL A THREAT
However, whilst the third wave of COVID-19 is weighing on a vigorous rebound, the government continues to take the necessary measures to fight the pandemic. Performance under the ECF-supported programme…
NATIONAL DAY – THE GAMBIA
The Gambia achieved independence on 18 February 1965, as a constitutional monarchy within the Commonwealth, with Elizabeth II as Queen of the Gambia, represented by the Governor-General. Shortly thereafter, the…
THE GAMBIA TO STRENGTHEN HEALTH CARE DELIVERY IN THE FACE OF COVID-19
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved a $30 million grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to improve the quality and utilization of essential health services in The Gambia. The Essential…