SerreKunda West Scout District Group

19/03/2026

EID MUBARAK MESSAGE
From the Office of the
Serekunda West District Scouts – District Commissioner
On behalf of the Serekunda West District Scouts, I extend my warmest Eid Mubarak greetings to all Scouts, leaders, volunteers, partners, and the entire Muslim community.
May this blessed occasion of Eid bring peace, happiness, unity, and countless blessings to you and your families. May the spirit of sacrifice, generosity, and brotherhood that Eid represents continue to guide us in our service to our communities and our nation.
As Scouts, let us continue to uphold the values of discipline, kindness, and service, working together to build a better and stronger society.
May Allah accept our prayers, fasting, and good deeds, and grant us continued strength to serve humanity.
Eid Mubarak to you all.
Ebou Sanyang
District Commissioner
Serekunda West District Scouts

22/02/2026

HAPPY FOUNDER’S DAY MESSAGE
Serekunda West District Scouts

Today, we proudly celebrate Founder’s Day in honour of our founder, Lord Baden-Powell, whose vision continues to inspire millions of Scouts around the world.
As District Commissioner of Serekunda West District Scouts, I extend my warmest greetings to all Scouts, Leaders, Parents, and Supporters. Founder’s Day is not just a celebration — it is a reminder of our duty to serve, to lead with integrity, and to uphold the Scout Promise and Law in everything we do.
Let us continue to build strong young people who are disciplined, responsible, patriotic, and committed to community service. May we remain united, courageous, and always ready to make a positive difference in The Gambia and beyond.
I encourage every Scout in our district to continue being a light in their schools, homes, and communities.
Happy Founder’s Day!

Yours in Scouting,
Ebou Sanyang
District Commissioner
Serekunda West District Scouts

12/02/2026

*Bakoteh Annex Scouts Troop*, under the _*Serekunda West District Scouts*_, we are pleased to inform all the scouts in *KM* that our upcoming camp fire has been cancelled due to the lost of a scout parents 😔😭

08/02/2026

*Bakoteh Annex Scouts Troop*, under the _*Serekunda West District Scouts*_, is pleased to invite all the scouts in *KM* to attend our Camp fire.

This Campfire is organized to bring unity and togetherness amongst scouts.

• *Date:14th February 2026*
• *Time: 5:00 PM*
• *Venue: BAKOTEH LITTLE TREE SCOUT CAMP*

All *Troops* are invited and encouraged to attend and support this important occasion. Let us come together in unity, In the spirit of scouting remain.

25/11/2025

Serrekunda west District Scouts, in collaboration with our district partners and Bakoteh Home Red Cross Link, is organizing a massive Community Cleaning Exercise at Bakoteh Market on Saturday, 29th November 2029, starting at 9:30 AM.

We are calling all scouts to join this important initiative. As scouts, our duty goes beyond the uniform—we serve our community, protect our environment, and lead by example. This cleaning exercise is meant to:

Promote environmental cleanliness and hygiene

Create a safer and healthier market environment

Encourage community ownership and responsibility

Strengthen cooperation among districts and youth groups

All participating scouts are encouraged to attend on time and come prepared. Together, we can create a clean, healthy, and safe environment for the people of Bakoteh and beyond.

Let’s unite, serve, and make a difference!

18/10/2025

🌿 Together for Nature! 🌿

In a strong spirit of partnership, the Serrekunda West District Scouts joined hands with the Bakau District Scouts to plant 11,000 mangrove seedlings at the Bakau Tanbi Wetland on 18th October 2025. 🌱💧

This joint effort shows our shared commitment to protecting our environment, combating climate change, and restoring our precious mangrove ecosystem. 🌍✨

Together, we grow mangroves, we grow life! 💚

06/10/2025

Today the 4th of October 2025, the scouts of Serrekunda West District Scouts and Bakau District Scouts, organize an exciting session on *Forestry Challenge Badge* that was held at the Fajara Golf Course.

As part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 15: *Life on Land* that talks about forestry. This goal aims to protect, restore, and promote the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, including sustainably managing forests, combating desertification, and halting biodiversity loss.

The various key topics were discussed that includes the following:
*Forest Life* – learning about trees, wildlife, and the forest ecosystem.

*Forest Uses*– understanding how forests support our daily lives.

*Non-Wood Forest Uses*– discovering forest products like fruits, honey, and medicine.

*Mangrove Forests* – learning how mangroves protect coastlines and fight climate change.

This activity forms part of our commitment to the Scouts for SDGs, promoting environmental education and action through outdoor learnig.

20/09/2025

🌊🌍 INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP DAY 2025 🌍🌊

The Serrekunda West District Scout in partnership with the Bakau District Scout is proud to join hands with the Bakau Newtown Fajara Youth Development Association and the Raise The Young Foundation for this year’s International Coastal Clean-Up Day.

📅 Date: Saturday, 20th September 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
📍 Venue: Bakau Fish Landing Site

This initiative is a great opportunity for scouts and the wider community to take action in protecting our environment, keeping our coasts clean, and promoting sustainability.

💚 Together, we can make a difference – let’s keep our ocean and beaches clean for a better future!

07/09/2025

Meet the Young leaders who went advance to surveillance the way, and prepare tracks for the troops coming for the night Hyke ...

from penyem to dimbaya

05/09/2025

05/09/2025

The Districts Commissioner Ebou and his team Obregado once again