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Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports, Bakary Y. Badjie, visited the Independence Stadium today to inspect the final stages of the remodeling efforts aimed at meeting international standards. The visit focused on overseeing the installation of key equipment, including field markings, the medical area, and the media tribune, among other essential upgrades. The minister’s commitment […]

In a bid to meet international standards, contractors under the supervision of Mr. Ebrima Kolley, the Project Consultant from the Ministry of Transport, Works, and Infrastructure (MOTWI), alongside the Independence Stadium’s technical manager, are conducting final installations of newly imported equipment and furniture at the Independence Stadium. Today, Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports, Bakary

The Chairman of the National Sports Council (NSC), Lamin S. Jawara, has achieved a significant academic milestone, having successfully defended his Master’s thesis and earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Public Administration. His graduation took place yesterday, marking the culmination of his hard work and dedication to his studies. Lamin S. Jawara’s accomplishment further strengthens his

The Gambia is gearing up to take on some of the region’s best cricket teams in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier B, which will be held in Kenya from October 17th to 25th, 2024. This highly anticipated tournament will see the Gambia compete against Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Seychelles, Kenya, and Mozambique in a

The Minister of Youth and Sports, Hon. Bakary Y. Badjie, successfully participateed in the Mansa Kunda Ministerial Townhall at the OIC Conference Room on Friday 11th September 2024, addressing various issues related to youth development, sports, and governance. The event brought together stakeholders from government, youth organizations, sports associations, and community leaders to engage in

In an event graced by notable dignitaries and sports enthusiasts, the British High Commissioner to The Gambia, H.E. Harriet King, and her spouse, William King, hosted a reception celebrating Gambian Olympians and the contribution of government to sports development. Held on Wednesday, 9th October, at the High Commissioner’s residence in Cape Point, the occasion highlighted

The National Sports Council (NSC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MoYS), commenced a regional inspection of sporting facilities yesterday, starting with key sites in the Central River Region (CRR). The delegation, led by Adama Sabally, the newly appointed Facility Management Officer, inspected the Fula Bantang football field and the Janjanbureh football

The Secretary General of the Gambia Basketball Association (GBA) Alieu Nyang has confirmed that Mustapha Touray will represent The Gambia at the 2024 FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp, set to take place from October 14 to 17 in Douala, Cameroon. This basketball camp, organized by FIBA, brings together some of Africa’s most promising young basketball

The Gambia Boxe Chinoise Federation is preparing to host an international training course and national competition as part of its ongoing efforts to promote the sport of Boxe Chinoise in the country. These events will feature participants from six African countries, namely Senegal, Mali, Mauritania, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Conakry, and Ivory Coast, and are scheduled

The National Sports Council (NSC) extended a warm welcome to the triumphant Gambia U21 Basketball team, who recently clinched victory in the Amilcar Cabral Zone II U21 Basketball Championship held in Bissau. The acting Executive Director of the NSC, Mr. Mahmoud L Jawla, addressed the team with words of pride and admiration, commending them for