Bridging Continents: Youth-Led Climate Solutions with the FATE Project
GYIN Gambia Chapter is thrilled to announce the launch of the FATE (From Africa To Europe) project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering youth in Gambia, Rwanda, and Germany to tackle climate change and foster a sustainable future. This project is a collaborative effort to engage young minds in meaningful dialogue and innovative solutions, bridging […]
Certificate Handover: Celebrating the Success of our Entrepreneurship Training!
We’re thrilled to continue sharing the joyous moments from our recent Entrepreneurship Training held in Kanuma Village on 27th and 28th December 2024. At GYIN Gambia, we proudly present the 20 participants who have received their well-deserved certificates of participation. These determined and motivated entrepreneurs have not only completed the training but are now equipped […]
Sowing the seeds of change with COL support in The Gambia
A joint initiative – a collaboration between the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) #COL4D and Global Youth Innovation Network (GYIN) Gambia Chapter – is supporting maize-producing farmers and addressing agricultural challenges through community engagement with the aim of enhancing maize production in the country. A lack of access to the input and output markets largely hinders […]
A Heartfelt Goodbye to Our Two Interns: Anna and Derya
GYIN Gambia Chapter has today, 10th December, 2024 held a fond farewell to two incredible interns, Anna and Derya who had completed their 3months internship program. During the course of their program with GYIN Gambia, they have been invaluable members of the organisation, contributing with dedication, enthusiasm, and fresh perspectives. Both have demonstrated a strong […]
The Gambia: TFWA program officially ends with collaboration to enhance trade facilitation
The Trade Facilitation West Africa (TFWA) Program, a six (6) weeks training that enrolled 200 small-scale cross-border traders witnessed the official closing ceremony on 20th and 21st November, 2024 in Soma, Lower River Region (LRR) and Basse in Upper River Region (URR). As part of the closing ceremonies, an Experience Exchange Workshops were held aimed […]
Introducing Our New Logo: A Symbol of Our Commitment to Gambia’s Youth and Heritage
We are excited to announce the unveiling of our updated logo, which now proudly incorporates the colours of the Gambian flag. This change reflects our ongoing commitment to the people of The Gambia and the values that drive our mission of empowering young people to create lasting change. The Meaning Behind the Gambian Flag’s Colours […]
The Stolen Dream
Lamin stood under the scraggly neem tree in his family’s compound, eyes fixed on the distant horizon. The sun began to set and from here, it cast a hazy golden glow over the dusty streets of his village. Lamin had watched the sun set like this thousands of times, yet tonight, it filled him with […]
GYIN Gambia Engages in Africa-Europe High-Level Forum on Transformative Partnership
Today, o6/11/2024: GYIN Gambia Chapter proudly participated in the Africa-Europe High-Level Forum 2024, a pivotal event aimed at fostering stronger ties between the two continents. Organized by the Africa-Europe Foundation, the forum brought together experts, leaders, and organisations to explore strategic areas of action that promise to reshape Africa-Europe relations. The discussions focused on […]
Surviving the Floods: The Urgent Need for Climate-Smart Transformation in Basse
The present floods in Basse in the Upper River Region (URR)- a distance between Banjul and Basse Santa Su · 326 km have had a profound negative impact on the community, particularly affecting women, youth, returnee migrants in the farming sector, entrepreneurs including GYIN Gambia beneficiaries. The extreme weather events have not only disrupted daily lives […]
GYIN Secretariat Holds First Meeting of the Final Quarter 2024
Bijilo, 21st October, 2024 – GYIN Gambia Chapter Secretariat held its first meeting for the final quarter of the year. Key staff and interns gathered to discuss progress on ongoing projects, upcoming plans, and challenges faced. Mrs. Ida L.B. Ceesay, Business Development Officer cum Logistics Expert- Trade Facilitation West Africa (TFWA) Program in The Gambia […]