ACTIVISTA-WCR

06/09/2026

Activista West Coast Region held a Ghetto in Brikama Misira focusing on the role of youth in promoting peace, and peace building and youth political participation ahead of the 5th December Presidential Election.

Speaking at the session were Activista WCR Chairman, and its focal person, who both urged ghetto members to safeguard peace, reject political intolerance, and remain united despite political differences.

The youth raised concerns about the growing spread of hate speech and tribal politics, urged Activista to engage political leaders ahead of December 5th to ensure peaceful campaign and Electoral process.

Activista The Gambia

25/08/2026

Join Our Weekly Civic Awareness Series

Join Activista West Coast Region's weekly Civic Awareness series aimed at promoting informed, peaceful and responsible participation as we approach the 2026 elections.

Each week, we’ll be sharing messages to create awareness on hate speech, political tolerance, misinformation, peaceful elections, responsible social media use and civic participation.

Let’s learn, engage responsibly and play our part in protecting our peace.

Regards
Communication team

Activista The Gambia

24/08/2026

The last day of the three-day Movement Building Training focused on group work, action plan, sharing key takeaways and recommendations. It was a valuable opportunity to reflect, learn from one another, and plan practical actions moving forward.

Activista The Gambia

23/08/2026

Two executive members of Activista West Coast Region (WCR) are currently participating in a Movement Building Training organized by Activista The Gambia, with an important focus on Grassroots Organizing and Community Mobilization.

The session explored how grassroots organizing brings people at the community level together to identify the issues affecting them and work collectively toward solutions. It emphasized the importance of listening to communities, building trust, identifying local leaders, and empowering people to take action.

As Activista, strengthening our grassroots approach is essential to engaging young people, raising awareness on issues affecting our communities, encouraging civic participation, and advocating for positive change.

Activista The Gambia
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18/08/2026

On 17th August 2026, Activista West Coast Region held a Ghetto Session in Foni Mayork focused on Activista’s role in promoting peaceful coexistence, countering hate speech, and encouraging responsible political participation ahead of the 5th December Presidential Election.

Speaking at the session, Activista WCR Chairman, Mr. Modou Jaiteh, urged community members to safeguard peace, reject political intolerance, and remain united despite political differences. Participants raised concerns about the growing spread of hate speech and inflammatory messages, particularly on WhatsApp, while reflecting on lessons learned from the post-2016 election period.

Mr. Lamin Sarjo, an Executive Member of Activista WCR, encouraged young people to engage in politics responsibly, peacefully, and with respect for democratic values.

Other participants, including Musa B. Sanneh, Sainey Fatty, Lamin Comma, and Buba Kujabi, emphasized the importance of learning from past election experiences and commended Activista for its continued efforts in promoting peace, community awareness, and peaceful coexistence across The Gambia.
Activista The Gambia

12/08/2026

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY 2026!

Activista-WCR wishes every young person a happy International Youth Day, celebrated under the theme:

“Different Contexts, Common Aspirations."

Despite our different backgrounds and realities, we share common hopes for peace, opportunities, equality, and a better future.

Today, we celebrate youth voices, youth action, and youth leadership.

Happy International Youth Day! 🌍✊🏿
Activista The Gambia
Activista NBR FB

21/07/2026

On Saturday, Activista WCR proudly participated in a community cleaning exercise at the Brikama Market, organized by the West Coast Regional Youth Committee in collaboration with Brikama Area Council (BAC).

This initiative reflects our shared commitment to promoting a cleaner, healthier, and more environmentally friendly community. We extend our appreciation to the organizers and everyone who volunteered their time and effort to make the exercise a success.

Activista The Gambia

11/07/2026

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05/06/2026

06/05/2026

Shout out to our newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Ismaila Badji, Ismaila Kebbeh, Assan Maxwell, Banta Touray, Omar Badjie, Juwara Hamidu, Boniface Nwadike, Abdounasri Bojang, Ousman Sillah, Lamin Bunja Anna Sanneh, Sallah Samba, Rashy Rashy, Camara Sainey, Lamin Gibba, Musa Sarjo, Aminata Darboe