Women in Agriculture Take Centre Stage at International Women's Day Celebration in NBR
13/03/2024
In a vibrant celebration of International Women's Day, the United Nations in The Gambia continued its commitment to gender equality by shining a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of women...
Better roads for a better life; the impact of Envelope A on Jerri Kaw Wollof community
07/03/2024
The European Union funded Agriculture for Economic Growth Project referred to as Envelope A, may have ended, but the impact it has on the lives of people is profound. A...
Combining forces for forest restoration: an FFF partner association in NBR collaborates for a greener, resilient future.
06/03/2024
In the North Bank Region of Gambia, the struggle against deforestation is a pressing issue, with devastating consequences for both the environment and local communities. Over the years, the...
Elisa Sambou, an oyster harvester in Meme Jokadu district, eagerly anticipates the transformative impact of the FISH4ACP project on her livelihood and community
01/03/2024
Elisa Sambou, a mother of five and a decades-old oyster harvester in Meme Jokadu district, begins her day before the crack of dawn, rising as early as 3 am to...
FISH4ACP, Partners launch Market Study for Gambia's Oyster Value Chain
13/02/2024
In a bid to enhance the sustainability and profitability of the oyster industry in The Gambia, the FISH4ACP Program, in collaboration with key stakeholders, has initiated a comprehensive market study...
Women oyster harvesters in four selected sites embrace new aquaculture technology to revolutionize the Oyster Value Chain
09/02/2024
In Kartong, Kombo South, women oyster harvesters are embracing a new aquaculture technology, known as spat collectors, as part of the FISH4ACP project. This initiative aims to transform the Oyster...
FAO's Forest and Farm Facility transforms lives in The Gambia
05/02/2024
The Forest and Farm Facility (FFF), an initiative under the aegis of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), has been instrumental in propelling climate-resilient landscapes and...
FISH4ACP trains 60 Gambian women Oyster Harvesters
15/01/2024
In a groundbreaking initiative to enhance wellbeing, safety and empower Gambian women oyster harvesters, FISH4ACP has launched a transformative six-week swimming programme for 60 of them. This pioneering project is...
Accelerating investments towards agrifood systems transformation in West Africa and the Sahel
28/11/2023
FAO holds the 15th Multidisciplinary Team Meeting for West Africa in Banjul, Gambia
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)Sub-Regional Office for West Africa opened its 15th annual...
Op-ed: Sustaining Gambia's Fisheries for Future Generations
21/11/2023
As we celebrate World Fisheries Day on November 21st, the Gambia finds itself at a critical juncture to ensure sustainable management of its fisheries sector. This year's theme, "Build enabling...
FAO Conducts Training Workshop on Good Emergency Management Practice in The Gambia
17/11/2023
FAO Strengthens National Emergency Response Capabilities in Animal Health
FAO Strengthens National Emergency Response Capabilities in Animal Health
The Emergency Management Centre for Animal Health (EMC-AH) of the Food and Agriculture Organiz
Enhancing Disease Reporting in The Gambia: FAO's Digital Revolution FAO in action to prevent animal disease epidemics in The Gambia
03/11/2023
30 October 2023, Tendaba – The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) launched on 23rd of October an initiative aiming at improving disease reporting and early warning systems in The Gambia....
Op-Ed Strengthening Peace and Environmental Harmony in Senegal and Gambia - the UN Secretary-General's Peace-Building Fund in Action
23/10/2023
In the wake of the regime change in The Gambia in January 2017, the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General's Peace-Building Fund (PBF) has played a pivotal role in supporting catalytic peace-building...
Gambia celebrates World Food Day in Farafenni, North Bank Region
17/10/2023
Farafenni, NBR – October 16, 2023 – The Gambia marked this year's World Food Day with a colourful celebration in Farafenni, North Bank Region hosted by Governor Lamin Saidykhan. The event,...
World Food Day 2023: Water is Life, Water is Food, Leave No One Behind
16/10/2023
As FAO and partners gather in Farafenni, North Bank Region, to celebrate World Food Day this year, the chosen theme resounds with profound significance: "Water is Life, Water is Food,...
Reviving mangroves in rural Gambia
27/09/2023
In a remarkable initiative GCF-funded Climate Resilient Fishery Initiative for Livelihood Improvement in The Gambia (PROREFISH Gambia) in partnership with FAO, a journey has commenced to revive mangrove ecosystems. This...
FAO, Government of The Gambia sign two-year IBSA-funded Project
13/09/2023
In a collaborative effort between the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Government of The Gambia, a transformative initiative to empower rural women and youth...
Opinion Piece: Rice farming, a pathway for food and nutrition security
04/09/2023
The Gambia witnessed a call to action on September 01, 2023, when partners came together at the National Rice Forum and Policy Dialogue. Shibu Rampedi, FAO Representative, delivered a message...
FAO inspires hope for better rice production
01/09/2023
In a significant gathering of the National Rice Forum and Policy Dialogue from 01 to 02 September 2023, Moshibudi Rampedi, FAO Representative passionately painted a picture of rice's significance in...
Gambia Government officially launches PROREFISH Gambia
23/08/2023
Banjul, 22 August 2023-In a high-profile event, which was graced by six Cabinet Ministers and other key dignitaries, the GCF-Funded Climate Resilient Fishery Initiative for livelihood improvement Project (PROREFISH Gambia)...