The WACA Project is pleased to hand over two new DJI Phantom 4 RTK drones to the Department of Physical Planning and Housing under the Ministry of Lands. The drones were procured by the WACA Project and handed over by the Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources, Hon. Rohey John Manjang, to the […]
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His Excellency President Adama Barrow on Wednesday received the Ministry of Lands, Regional Government and Religious Affairs on Wednesday at the State House in Banjul. The purpose of the visit was to brief the President on the affordable housing initiative. The project, initially focusing on West Coast Region, aims to provide decent and affordable shelter
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The Joint Senegalo-Gambian Boundary Commission on August 5, 2025, embarked on a crucial sensitization mission to the border villages of Njau (The Gambia) – Daaru Madi Diallo (Senegal) and Jartali (The Gambia) – Kanouma (Senegal) in the Central River Region. This joint mission follows reports of land disputes and rising tensions between these communities. It
After months of consultations with different communities and different stakeholders coupled with extensive research and discussions, we are finally witnessing the National Validation Workshop of The Gambia’s first-ever National Land Policy! Today marks a significant milestone in shaping the future of land administration and management in The Gambia. This policy is a key response to
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National Land Policy Formulation: “The involvement of the Thematic Working Groups (TWGs) in the process of establishing the first ever National Land Policy in The Gambia is very crucial” ~ DPS Manjang. As TWGs continue to meet for the reviewing of the zero draft, another key group convened today to review chapters related to Land
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Honourable Minister Hamat NK Bah together with his Permanent Secretary and Deputy Permanent Secretary are currently attending a Joint conference by the Centre for Affordable Housing Finance (CAHF), and the African Union for Affordable Housing Finance (AUHF) in collaboration with UN- Habitat in Cote D’Ivoire from January 30, to February 1st, 2025. The Gambian team
Bid to ensure transparency and public awareness, the Ministry of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs yesterday, January 27, 2025, held a press conference to provide updates on two significant developments. During his briefing, the Honorable Minister Hamat N.K. Bah made key announcements about Hajj 2025 and disclosed the findings of the Kamalo land investigation
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The forum focuses on critical issues, including housing, financing mechanisms, and the human capital needed to address housing challenges, climate change, and other pressing social issues. Shaping Inclusive, Resilient Urban Futures” WUF12
Today, the honorable Minister, Hamat N.K Bah, is actively engaged in a high-level ministerial panel at the World Bank Land Conference. The panel is focused on discussing the future of land administration in response to a range of emerging regional challenges, including urbanization, climate change, conflicts, and food security. The Minister is sharing insights and
On October 11, 2023, Ms. Saffie Sankareh-Farage, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Lands, Regional Government, and Religious Affairs, along with Mr. Momodou Taal, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Admin and Finance), welcomed recent graduates from the University of The Gambia. These graduates are part of the Gambia Youth Graduate Service Scheme, a collaborative initiative involving the
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