After several consultations and collaboration, the NGO Affairs Agency under the Ministry of Lands, Regional Government and Religious Affairs is taking a major step towards finalizing the NGO Bill that supports transparency, accountability, and stronger partnerships between NGOs and government. During the process of revising the bill, key stakeholders including government, NGOs, and international partners […]
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As preparations continue ahead of the implementation of the Productive Economic Inclusion (PEI) programme, a Training of Trainers (ToT) is currently being conducted for Coaches and Supervisors in the Lower River Region. It aims at equipping participants with an understanding of their roles and responsibilities during the PEI implementation phase. The training ensures a smooth
In a bid to advance border management in The Gambia, the Ministry of Lands, Regional Government and Religious Affairs, through the Gambia Border Management Commission chaired by Permanent Secretary Ndey Marie Njie (MoLRGRA) is currently hosting a technical session with the GIZ-African Union Border Programme (AUBP) Team led by Mr. Mouhamadou Abdoul, Deputy Head of
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National Land Policy: we are excited to announce that we have come to the end of the Regional Validation sessions of the National Land Policy. We started this process on April 7, 2025 and we have successfully concluded this activity today, in the capital city Banjul. All relevant comments and suggestions raised by participants in
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National Land Policy: today, we are in Kerewan at the North Bank Region for another important validation session with stakeholders from diverse groups. Coupled with presentations, a dynamic space is created for discussions where communities share their voices which will shape the final outcome of the policy. As always, the participants are actively engaging and
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National Land Policy Formulation: After extensive consultations in all regions and eight districts on the National Land Policy, we’re excited to bring the drafted land policy back for validation to the regions and we are currently in Basse-Upper River Region. This is an important moment in ensuring that the voices of the people are reflected
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As we resume our regional validation sessions for the National Land Policy, we are currently engaging community representatives here in Brikama, West Coast Region. This region, being one of the largest and most populated regions in The Gambia, continues to face numerous land-related challenges. Their participation is therefore vital, as their insights will help in
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National Land Policy Formulation: We’ve successfully wrapped up the first phase of the National Land Policy Regional Validation exercise today in Mansa Konko, Lower River Region. To all participants and stakeholders, we appreciate your active engagement, meaningful contributions, and support. Your insights are crucial in ensuring total participation in this project. We will be continuing
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We proceeded to Janjanburreh, Central River Region for the regional validation of the National Land Policy. Presenters are taking participants through the different chapters of the draft policy, this will be followed by open discussions where valuable feedback is expected to be shared. These engagements will help the lead consultant and team to make final
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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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