Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

16 October 2024

World Food Day

Gambia Celebrates World Food Day with Community Involvement

(The Gambia), 16/10/2024

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) organized a vibrant celebration for World Food Day in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Security, the World Food Programme (WFP), Action Aid, and other collaborators. The event began with a lively march featuring school children, scout bands, traditional leaders, farmers, and government officials. Highlights included speeches, a poster competition with student artwork reflecting the event’s theme, and an exhibition showcasing locally made foods by women farmers.