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UNDP and UNITAR launch Initiative to Strengthen Capacities for Sound Management of PCBs and uPOPs in The Gambia
13 March 2025, Banjul, The Gambia - In an ambitious effort to address chemicals and waste management challenges in The Gambia, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM), the United Nations...

Kalp Foundation Collaborates with The Gambia to Develop Blockchain-Driven Digital Public Infrastructure for All
In a historic partnership, the Kalp Foundation and The Gambia have launched Gambia One, a blockchain-based digital infrastructure to drive inclusive growth. DE, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- United States, 7 January 2025:...

NJ Ayuk Discusses Gambia's Energy Opportunities at African Energy Week 2024
SOUTH AFRICA, October 18, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The African Energy Chamber's Executive Chairman, NJ Ayuk, speak about The Gambia's growing energy industry during the African Energy Week (AEW) 2024. This event, which will be held in Cape...

Bridging Progress: African Development Bank powers The Gambia’s leap into the future
The African Development Bank’s investments in The Gambia’s energy sector have significantly improved access to affordable and reliable electricity, with at least 70% of Gambians projected to have power by the end of 2024 (50% in rural areas),...

Tech4Dev's Women Techsters Initiative: Africa's Leading Force in Bridging the Tech Gender Gap
LAGOS, NIGERIA, March 2, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Technology is undeniably reshaping the world. Across industries and sectors, technological skills are no longer merely in demand—they’re essential. Unfortunately, the tech ecosystem remains...

Gambia - Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband - Statistics and Analyses
Sydney, May 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Just released, this edition of BuddeComm report outlines the latest developments and key trends in the telecoms markets. -...

International Black Heritage Month (IBHM) reveals its 2025 Changemaker List featuring Rihanna and Trevor Noah
The 2025 Changemaker List also includes: business leader Mellody Hobson, award-winning tv show creator, Shonda Rhimes, actor/producer Kelsey Grammer and more... LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- International...

New web-based platform predicts yields of nine key African crops through use of emerging technologies
State-of-the-art tool uses AI and satellite data to overcome Africa’s agricultural data gap and support effective decision-making and crisis planning. KIGALI, RWANDA, May 11, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new tool, which uses cutting-edge machine...

Merck Foundation marks World Science Day through Empowering Women and Youth in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in Africa
Merck Foundation (Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, marks World Science Day through their Merck Africa Research Summit–MARS Awards 2020 for best Young African Researchers and best Women African Researchers. Dr....

One Planet Group Raises over $170,000 for Girls’ Education and Empowerment in Haiti and The Gambia
WALNUT CREEK, CA, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- One Planet Group has raised over $172,000, via its annual fundraiser, Holidays with a Purpose. The money will be split between Lidé Haiti and Starfish International, two...

Designed with purpose — The Global Mercy® arrives in Dakar ready to serve the people of Senegal and The Gambia with surgical expertise and training
The newest Mercy Ship, the Global Mercy® arrived in Dakar, Senegal on February 14, 2023. While the ship hosted surgical training in Senegal in 2022, this year marks the first time that specialized surgeries will take place on this newly built...

WTO members examine LDC trade interests, trade and development priorities
LDC trade interests At the meeting of the WTO Sub-Committee on LDCs on 16 June, members considered several LDC related proposals, including those on LDC graduation, LDC accessions and the future of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF). They...

Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue Hosts Inaugural Tech Freedom Awards
Institute honors longest-tenured NASA Administrator Daniel Goldin and global telecom innovator Africell for using trusted technology to advance freedom At its inaugural Tech Freedom Awards, the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue...

IVI and LSHTM partner to accelerate vaccines for global health through joint training and research and development
SEOUL, REPUBLIC OF KOREA, October 3, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), an international organization with a mission to discover, develop, and deliver safe, effective, and affordable vaccines for global health,...

The Gambia Launches Ambitious Renewable Energy Projects (By Miguel Artacho)
By Miguel Artacho, Field Editor Although The Gambia is actively exploring offshore areas to tap into hydrocarbons potential and aims to position itself as one of the new oil producing countries in the MSGBC Basin; by no means is fossil fuel...

Merck Foundation CEO and The Gambia First Lady co-chaired 2021 Annual Summit to Continue Building Healthcare Capacity, Break Infertility Stigma and Support Girl Education
CEO of Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, and H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of The Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More Than a Mother, co-chaired Merck Foundation The Gambia Annual Summit 2012...

28 Gambians Return Home from Algeria with IOM, EU Support
Download logo On 18 July, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) facilitated the voluntary and safe return of 28 Gambian migrants stranded in Algeria through a special return flight. Made possible through the EU-IOM Joint Initiative...

Research Deliver Insight into Sierra Leone - Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband Market Market 2019-2025
WiseGuyReports.com “Sierra Leone - Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband - Statistics and Analyses” report has been added to its Research Database. PUNE, MAHARASTRA, INDIA, July 18, 2019 /EINPresswire.com/ -- WiseGuyReports.com “Sierra Leone -...

Sylvain Côté named Vice President, International Development and Projects Lead at EXP
MONTREAL, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXP, a global engineering, architectural, design and consulting firm, is proud to announce the promotion of Sylvain Côté, Eng., MGC, to Vice President, International Development and Projects Lead....

Merck Foundation brings 26 African Ministers together to Empower Women and Youth in STEM through their online Merck Africa Research Summit (MARS) in partnership with African Union
Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit -MARS was conducted online during the 8th edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2021; The MARS Summit High-Level Ministerial Panel Discussion with 26 Ministers of Health, Science and Technology,...