Gambia Youth Chamber of Commerce

11/06/2026

🚀 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐧 🇬🇲 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫? 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞!
𝐆𝐘𝐂𝐂’𝐬 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝟑.𝟎 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: _From Skills to Connect_

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📅 1st July 2026 | 📍 Paradise Suites Hotel
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11/06/2026

IOM The Gambia Have a look at the World Migration Report 2026

Our new 2026 World Migration Report brings together the latest data on migrants and more.

Read the World Migration Report 2026 🔗worldmigrationreport.iom.int

11/06/2026

Youth + Environment = Real Change 🌱

Today was more than a meeting it was a conversation rooted in hope, responsibility, and action. We sat down with the National Environment Agency (NEA) team, including Deputy Executive Director Njaga Touray and ED Dawda Badji, to talk about what really matters: the environment and the youth who will protect it.

✨ Here's what stood out:
NEA understands that youth are not just participants, they are leaders in environmental action.
Their slogan? “Catch them young.” Because when we empower young people early, we build a generation that cares.

The agency is ready to move beyond discussions, they want action on the ground.

A vibrant MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) is on the table to formalize our collaboration and make impact measurable.

🗣️ Njaga Touray, NEA Deputy Executive Director said it clearly:
“We understand the role of youth when it comes to the environment, and you people represent that. Our networks in collaboration will be our advantage to embolden our activities.”

NEA Executive Director Dawda Badji reminded us:
“In environmental management, we have a slogan: catch them young.

What we want to see is action on the ground.”
And yes, there was honesty too. One bold truth shared: “One of the biggest polluters in this country are the youth.” Not to shame, but to wake us up. Because if we're part of the problem, we must also be the solution.

🙌 Modou Lamin Gassama, Country Coordinator for the Youth Climate Council (YCC) The Gambia, took the time to explain what YCC is all about, and why this partnership with NEA is a game-changer.

💬 This isn't just about Collaboration.
It's about building trust.
It's about turning energy into action.

It's about youth and institutions working side by side for a cleaner, greener Gambia.

To every young person reading this:
Your voice matters. Your actions matter.
Let's catch this moment and catch them young.

09/06/2026

Seminar on Improving Global Governance for Chambers of Commerce and Industry of BRI Countries, 11 May to 24th, 2026.

GYCC was represented by its Access To finance Coordinator, Mr. Lamin Ceesay, in a 2 Week of Training, Interfaces, Exchanges and Networking in Beijing-China.

Along with participants from , The interactions included focus area in Domestic Trade Trends, Emerging Innovations, B2B Networking, Industrial Technolgies relevant for for the Global South, and the Harmonization of Global Trade Synergies for a Better World in Trade.

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09/06/2026

GYCC PARTICIPATES IN HALAL STANDARDS - HIGH-LEVEL NATIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING AND AWARENESS PROGRAM

The Week-long High-Level National Capacity Building and Awareness Program on Halal Standards was organized to strengthen national understanding, technical knowledge, and institutional capacity on , systems, , and halal compliance requirements in The Gambia.

The program brought together government institutions, regulatory authorities, certification experts, private sector actors, food processors, hospitality operators, academia, SMEs, and other key stakeholders involved in food production, trade, quality assurance, and standardization.

The training created awareness on international halal standards, particularly the / halal standards framework, while also supporting national efforts towards the development and strengthening of halal certification systems and halal quality infrastructure in The Gambia.

Organisers and Trainers also highlighted the growing importance of the global halal industry and emphasized the economic, trade, tourism, food safety, and export opportunities associated with halal certification and standardization. Particular attention was given to the need for The Gambia to strengthen its national halal ecosystem in line with international standards and best practices.

Appreciation to the international partners, technical experts, and collaborating institutions for supporting the initiative and contributing to national capacity development efforts.

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03/06/2026

The Gambia Standards Bureau

The Gambia Standards Bureau, with support from TİKA in The Gambia, KALDEP, The Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries, Türkiye in The Gambia the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), today convened government officials, policymakers, industry leaders, academia, certification bodies, and members of the public at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center for a landmark workshop aimed at advancing The Gambia’s Halal Quality Infrastructure.

Held under the theme “Fostering a Sustainable and Internationally-Recognized National Halal Quality Infrastructure in The Gambia,” the workshop serves as a strategic platform for dialogue, knowledge sharing, and capacity building on Halal standards and conformity assessment systems.

The gathering seeks to explore opportunities for strengthening the country’s framework for Halal standardization, certification, accreditation, and international recognition, while positioning The Gambia to tap into the growing global Halal market. Discussions are expected to highlight the importance of robust quality infrastructure in enhancing consumer confidence, facilitating trade, promoting investment, and ensuring compliance with internationally accepted Halal requirements.

The initiative reflects a shared commitment among national and international partners to support the development of a credible, sustainable, and globally recognized Halal ecosystem that can contribute to economic growth, market access, and the overall competitiveness of Gambian products and services.

02/06/2026

Young people have a key role to play in the future of agriculture in the Gambia.

With nearly 38% of the country’s population aged 15 to 34, supporting youth engagement in agriculture is essential to building more inclusive, sustainable and resilient agrifood systems.

FAO’s new publication, Youth-led responsible agricultural investment in the Gambia, explores the barriers young agri-entrepreneurs face, from access to finance and land to infrastructure and technical support, and highlights practical pathways to strengthen youth-led responsible agricultural investment.

📘 Read the publication: https://openknowledge.fao.org/handle/20.500.14283/cd9836en

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02/06/2026

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22/05/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 - Entrepreneurship Training Manual

The Gambia Youth Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the National Enterprise Development Initiative (NEDI), Successfully held a validation workshop for a new Entrepreneurship Training manual tailored specifically for returnees at the NEDI office.

The event brought together key stakeholders to review and refine the manual, ensuring it is practical, relevant, and empowering for young returnees seeking to rebuild their lives through business. With a focus on financial literacy, business planning, and local market integration, this resource marks a major step toward sustainable reintegration and youth economic empowerment in The Gambia.

Thank you to all who contributed their insights and expertise!

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