Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow Foundation

27/05/2026

As we prepare to celebrate the blessed occasion of Eid al-Adha (Tobaski), The Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow Foundation (FaBB) extends warm wishes of peace, unity, and prosperity to all Muslims in The Gambia and beyond.

Eid is a time of sacrifice, compassion, and sharing with those in need. As a Foundation committed to humanity and community welfare, we encourage everyone to continue embracing the values of kindness, generosity, and solidarity during this special period.

May this blessed occasion bring joy, good health, and blessings to every home, and may we continue to stand together in supporting the most vulnerable members of our communities.

Eid Mubarak from the FaBB Foundation.

26/05/2026

His Excellency Momodou Lamin Bah, Ambassador of the Republic of The Gambia to the United States of America had the honour to receive the prestigious award on...

07/05/2026

📸 Official Photo Highlights | Educating Linda Program

A powerful visual recap of a milestone event dedicated to advancing girls’ education and empowerment in The Gambia 💖

The Educating Linda Program successfully marked the award of full scholarships to 40 high-performing schoolgirls, reinforcing a strong national commitment to supporting the girl child through education.

The event brought together key stakeholders, partners, educators, and community leaders, alongside parents and guardians who traveled from across the country — with approximately 30 beneficiaries from the provinces and 10 from the Kombos — reflecting a shared dedication to shaping a brighter future.

The program featured three engaging panel discussions, creating a platform to educate, inspire, and empower the girls on critical issues including education as a tool for empowerment, early marriage and teenage pregnancy, menstrual hygiene management, financial independence, self-confidence and leadership, gender-based violence awareness, social media responsibility, child labor, and mental well-being.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the distinguished panelists, including Her Excellency the First Lady Madam Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow, the Honorable Minister of Basic and Secondary Education, CEO of FaBB Mrs. Betty Saine, Dr. Fatoumatta Jarjusey, Mrs. Fatou Saine Gaye, Mrs. Fatima Diallo (Think Mina), the Managing Director of Trust Bank, Mrs. Juldeh Ceesay, the Honorable Minister of Gender, Children and Social Welfare, the Managing Director of AGIB Bank, and representatives from the Directorate of In-Service Training and Lifelong Learning .

We also acknowledge the presence and support of the Honorable Ministers of Education, Information, and Gender, whose continued leadership and commitment to youth empowerment remain invaluable.

This initiative is implemented by the Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow Foundation (FaBB) in collaboration with the Merck Foundation, with scholarships fully funded by the Merck Foundation, under the leadership of Her Excellency the First Lady and CEO Mrs. Betty Saine.

Through Educating Linda, we continue to create opportunities, amplify voices, and build a generation of confident, empowered young women ready to lead the future of The Gambia 🇬🇲✨

05/05/2026

On Tuesday May 5th, 2026, A remarkable milestone in advancing girls’ education and empowerment in The Gambia 💖

The Educating Linda Program proudly celebrated the award of full scholarships to 40 high-performing schoolgirls, marking a significant step in supporting underprivileged families and investing in the future of the girl child.

The event brought together key stakeholders, development partners, educators, and community leaders, alongside parents and guardians who traveled from across the country — with approximately 30 beneficiaries from the provinces and 10 from the Kombos — demonstrating a strong national commitment to education and empowerment.

The program was further enriched by three impactful panel discussions, engaging the girls on critical topics such as education as a tool for empowerment, early marriage and teenage pregnancy, menstrual hygiene management, financial independence, self-confidence and leadership, gender-based violence awareness, social media responsibility, child labor, and mental well-being.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the distinguished panelists who led these conversations, including Her Excellency the First Lady Madam Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow, the Honorable Minister of Basic and Secondary Education, CEO of FaBB Mrs. Betty Saine, Dr. Fatoumatta Jarjusey, Mrs. Fatou Saine Gaye, Mrs. Fatima Diallo (Think Mina), the Managing Director of Trust Bank, Mrs. Juldeh Ceesay, the Honorable Minister of Gender, Children and Social Welfare, the Managing Director of AGIB Bank, and representatives from the Directorate of In-Service Training and Lifelong Learning .

The event was also graced by the presence and support of the Honorable Ministers of Education, Information, and Gender, whose continued dedication to youth development and national progress remains invaluable.

This initiative is implemented by the Fatoumatta Bah Barrow Foundation (FaBB) in collaboration with the Merck Foundation, with scholarships fully funded by the Merck Foundation, under the leadership of Her Excellency the First Lady and CEO Mrs. Betty Saine.

Through Educating Linda, we continue to create opportunities, amplify voices, and build a generation of confident, empowered young women ready to lead the future of The Gambia 🇬🇲✨

02/05/2026

Since 2020, the Educating Linda Program — brought to The Gambia under the leadership of Her Excellency the First Lady Fatoumata Barrow, through the Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow Foundation — has been committed to supporting underprivileged families and empowering high-performing girls from Grades 10 to 12 through education.

We are proud to mark a key milestone in this year’s program, with forty (40) outstanding schoolgirls selected to benefit from full educational support for the upcoming academic year, fully funded by the Merck Foundation.

Join us as we officially celebrate this impactful phase of the program:

📅 5th May 2026
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Prime Atlantic Hotel

Empowering girls. Strengthening communities. Transforming futures. 🇬🇲✨

21/04/2026

05/04/2026

Her Excellency, First Lady Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow, Founder of the FaBB Foundation, proudly represented The Gambia at the Fostering the Future Together Global Coalition Summit in Washington, D.C., hosted by First Lady Melania Trump.

Her participation at this important global platform reflects a shared commitment to advancing the future of women, children, dignity, and education, while strengthening conversations around innovation and opportunity for the next generation.

Through the FaBB Foundation, in complement to government efforts, we remain committed to building meaningful partnerships with organizations that share our vision for a better future — including those that can help introduce innovation, technology, and AI-driven opportunities that will give Gambian children a stronger head start in an ever-evolving world. 🇬🇲

05/04/2026

As we celebrate this season of hope, renewal, and new beginnings, the Fatoumatta Bah Barrow Foundation (FaBB) extends warm Easter wishes to all Christians in The Gambia and around the world. ✨🐣💗

May this blessed season bring peace, joy, love, and renewed faith to every home and every heart.

From all of us at FaBB Foundation, we wish you a joyful and blessed Happy Easter.

27/03/2026